Intermediate Product Manager

The Intermediate Product Manager at DrBalcony is responsible for owning and iterating on internal tools that enhance scheduling and project management within the company. Your duties will include collaborating with field managers, engineering and leadership, translating business needs into product requirements and user stories, managing product timelines, conducting user testing, and recommending data-driven improvements. This position plays a vital role in ensuring the smooth operation of our services.

To be a successful Intermediate Product Manager at DrBalcony, candidates should have 2-4 years of product management experience, preferably in a tech-enabled service or operational environment. A strong understanding of product development cycles, agile methodologies, and exceptional communication skills are essential. Additionally, experience with mobile applications and familiarity with tools like Notion or Airtable will give you an edge in this role.

Working at DrBalcony as an Intermediate Product Manager offers a flexible environment that blends both remote work and field-based collaboration. You will be part of a mission-driven team that values transparency, problem-solving, and growth, enabling you to impact from day one.

DrBalcony is committed to the professional growth of its employees, including the Intermediate Product Manager. You will have access to training and development opportunities that allow you to enhance your skills and advance your career within the company. A supportive and transparent workplace culture fosters an environment for continuous improvement and growth.

The overall mission of DrBalcony for the Intermediate Product Manager role is to make buildings safer by developing innovative solutions. By optimizing internal tools and collaboration processes, you will play a key role in reshaping building safety and improving service delivery for our clients.

When answering this question, be specific about the tools you’ve used, such as Notion or Airtable, and any methodologies like Agile or Scrum that you are familiar with. Highlight how these tools have positively impacted your efficiency and success in managing products.

Discuss your approach to prioritization, perhaps referencing methods such as the MoSCoW method or prioritization matrices. Explain how you take into account project timelines, stakeholder input, and the overall business objectives in your prioritization process.

Talk about the various methods you use to gather user feedback, such as surveys, interviews, and usability testing sessions. Explain how you analyze this data to make informed decisions that enhance product usability and effectiveness, showcasing your problem-solving skills.

Highlight your conflict resolution skills by providing examples of how you've navigated disagreements in the past. Emphasize the importance of open communication and seeking a solution that aligns with project goals, showing your commitment to teamwork.

Select a product you managed that had measurable success. Discuss your role in its development, the challenges you faced, and how your contributions led to successful outcomes, drawing attention to metrics that highlight the product's impact.

Focus on your experience, skills, and passion for building safety or technology. Relate your background in product management and how it aligns with the goals of DrBalcony, showcasing your enthusiasm for contributing to a mission-driven organization.

Discuss techniques you use for maintaining stakeholder alignment, such as regular check-in meetings, updates, and feedback loops. Share how you keep teams informed and engaged while ensuring the product vision aligns with overall business goals.

Explain your perspective on the significance of data analysis in making evidence-based decisions. Share examples of how you've used metrics to track product performance and implement improvements, thereby emphasizing your analytical skills.

Tell a compelling story about a situation where circumstances required you to change your strategy. Focus on your thought process, the outcomes of the pivot, and what you learned from the experience to improve future decision-making.

Share your strategies for staying current in the product management landscape, such as reading industry blogs, participating in webinars, or engaging with professional networks. Emphasize your commitment to continuous learning and how it enhances your capabilities as a product manager.