JOB DESCRIPTION

The Technical Product Owner (Product Manager I) supports the delivery of technology products and platform capabilities by translating business needs, customer priorities, and technical requirements into clear, actionable work for delivery teams. This role requires strong knowledge of application integration, platform services, and technical development concepts to help shape product requirements, manage backlogs, prioritize features, and ensure solutions are delivered with quality, reliability, and measurable business value.

This position works closely with Functional Product Management, Application Development, Platform Engineering, Security, Operations, and business stakeholders to define scope, manage dependencies, remove blockers, and communicate progress. The Technical Product Owner helps guide agile planning and execution, ensures work meets functional and technical expectations, and uses product and delivery metrics to drive continuous improvement.

This role primarily supports internal platform products and engineering capabilities rather than customer-facing applications.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Own delivery of assigned product features and technology outcomes from planning through implementation for platform services, APIs, cloud platforms, developer enablement solutions, and shared engineering capabilities.
• Manage day-to-day requirements, backlog items, projects, and special features in partnership with Product Management and cross-functional stakeholders.
• Work closely with Application Development, Platform Engineering, Security, Technology, Finance, Legal, and business teams to define and deliver solutions.
• Apply required knowledge of application integration, platform capabilities, and technical development to shape requirements, priorities, and delivery decisions.
• Translate customer needs, business goals, technical inputs, analytics, and market insights into clear product requirements and executable roadmaps.
• Lead feature and dependency prioritization, PI planning, sprint planning, and backlog refinement at the team level.
• Set iteration goals and confirm outcomes meet functional, non-functional, and technical expectations.
• Coordinate effective daily stand-ups, sprint ceremonies, retrospectives, and system demos with delivery teams.
• Create, refine, and prioritize user stories and tasks that meet user needs, technical integrity, and definition of ready standards.
• Ensure required product artifacts are complete and stories/features meet definition of done criteria.
• Identify dependencies, risks, and delivery blockers, and communicate impacts to stakeholders.
• Use product and delivery metrics to measure success, inform decisions, and drive continuous improvement.

QUALIFICATIONS

• 2+ years of experience in product management supporting software engineering, platform engineering, cloud platform, API, developer platform, infrastructure, or enterprise technology products.
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• Proven track record of successful product launches and driving business growth.
• Strong leadership and communication skills, with the ability to influence and inspire cross-functional teams.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities, with a data-driven approach to decision-making.
• Experience with agile methodologies and a deep understanding of software development lifecycles.
• Ability to work collaboratively and build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Proficiency in project management tools and techniques, with a focus on efficient resource allocation.
• Strong business acumen and a customer-centric mindset, with an eye for market trends and user needs.
• Willingness to stay updated with emerging technologies and industry best practices.

Base Pay Information

The national base pay range at the end is a good-faith estimate of what Delta Dental may pay for new hires. Actual pay may vary based on Delta Dental's assessment of the candidate's knowledge, skills, abilities (KSAs), related experience, education, certifications and ability to meet required minimum job qualifications. Other factors impacting pay include prevailing wages in the work location and internal equity. Pay Grade 21 $81,265.00 - $176,073 Nationally, actual pay may vary.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Behind the smile! We are dedicated to safeguarding the health and financial stability of our employees and their loved ones. This commitment extends beyond the workplace to foster personal growth and holistic wellbeing. Our life-changing rewards package includes:

• Competitive base and incentive pay
• 401(k) with robust matching and non-matching contributions
• Rich medical & pharmacy benefits
• 100% employer-paid dental and vision benefits
• Holistic wellbeing program with deep financial incentives
• Generous paid time off plus 12 paid holidays and your birthday off
• Culture of growth and learning: career development; tuition reimbursement; recognition program
• Family support: adoption assistance, fertility treatment, child, elder & pet care assistance
• Social responsibility and volunteer opportunities
• Employee discount program

Fair Chance Ordinances and Criminal Background Considerations

This position requires that the applicant undergo a background check. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with any applicable federal, state or local laws, including, but not limited to, the California Fair Chance Act, the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, the City of Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and/or New York Corrections Law Article 23-A.

Important Work Authorization Information

Please note, Delta Dental will not sponsor applicants for work visas for this position.

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ABOUT THE TEAM

At Delta Dental, we're behind millions of smiles and counting. For over 68 years, we've served our communities by increasing access to affordable, quality care - but that commitment to care extends beyond the people we serve, to the dedicated employees who make those smiles genuine. We've come this far by building fair programs that offer opportunities for advancement, create meaningful connections and improve the lives of our employees and their families. Because we know that when we take exceptional care of each other, we can make a positive impact for all.

We champion an inspirational workplace through our commitment to trust, service, excellence and innovation. Joining us means working for a company that offers stability and balance, opportunities for leadership at all levels, and a work environment focused on teamwork and camaraderie.

Discover the smiling faces behind Delta Dental and experience our values and culture in action by connecting with us on social media. Follow Delta Dental Ins. on Facebook and Instagram, #LifeatDDins on Facebook and Instagram, Delta Dental Ins. on Twitter and Delta Dental Ins. on LinkedIn. If you've got an appetite for innovation and want to be a part of a team that's transforming the future of health care, join us!

Since 1955, we have offered comprehensive, high-quality oral health care benefits to millions of enrollees and built the strongest network of dental providers in the country. The Delta Dental of California network includes affiliates Delta Dental Insurance Company; Delta Dental of Pennsylvania; Delta Dental of New York, Inc.; Delta Dental of the District of Columbia; Delta Dental of Delaware, Inc.; and Delta Dental of West Virginia, providing dental benefits to more than 31 million people across 15 states, the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico and the Virgin Islands.

The company and its affiliates are part of Delta Dental Plans Association (DDPA), a not-for-profit national association based in Oak Brook, Illinois. Through our national network of Delta Dental companies, we offer dental coverage in all 50 states, Puerto Rico and other U.S. territories. We offer vision coverage through DeltaVision in 15 states and the District of Columbia. Collectively, we deliver benefits to more Americans than any other dental insurance company.

Delta Dental Ins. is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing a professional work environment free from discrimination and harassment. Individuals seeking employment at Delta Dental are considered without regard to race, ethnicity, color, age, sex, religion, national origin, ancestry, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, actual or perceived physical or mental disability, registered domestic partner status, caregiver status, marital status, veteran or military status, citizenship status, or any other legally protected category. Delta Dental is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment. Accordingly, we have adopted and maintain an Equal Employment Opportunity Policy, Harassment-Free Work Environment Policy, and Respectful Workplace policies and will not tolerate violations of these policies.

Unfortunately, our Delta Dental Enterprise is unable to hire individuals residing in Alaska, North Dakota, Nebraska, Hawaii, Oklahoma, Vermont, Maine, West Virginia, New Hampshire, Wyoming, Puerto Rico, District of Columbia (Washington D.C.) or other US Territories at this time.

Proof of eligibility to work in the United States must be provided if selected for hire.

• Delta Dental includes: Delta Dental of California, Delta Dental Insurance Company, Delta Dental of Pennsylvania, and Delta Dental of New York