Product Manager - Mobile

A best-in-class city that attracts best-in-class talent, Philadelphia is an incredible place to build a career. From our thriving arts scene and rich history to our culture of passion and grit, there are countless reasons to love living and working here. With a workforce of over 30,000 people, and more than 1,000 different job categories, the City of Philadelphia offers boundless opportunities to make an impact. As an employer, the City of Philadelphia values inclusion, integrity, innovation, empowerment, and hard work above all else. We offer a vibrant work environment, comprehensive health care and benefits, and the experience you need to grow and excel. If you’re interested in working with a passionate team of people who care about the future of Philadelphia, start here. What We Offer: Impact - The work you do here matters to millions. Growth - Philadelphia is growing, why not grow with it? Diversity & Inclusion - Find a career in a place where everyone belongs. Benefits - We care about your well-being.

Within OIT, the Digital Services team brings together user experience, engineering, and content to improve how Philadelphians interact with City services online, especially through the phila.gov website, which serves millions of visitors each year.

What We Offer

• • Impact - The work you do here matters to millions.

• • Growth - Philadelphia is growing, why not grow with it?

• • Diversity & Inclusion - Find a career in a place where everyone belongs.

• • Benefits - We care about your well-being.

Job Description OIT is seeking a Product Manager to lead the development and continuous improvement of the City’s mobile applications and related digital products. This role will work cross-functionally with engineering, design, data, and City department stakeholders to define product vision, set priorities, and deliver solutions that meet user needs. The Product Manager will be responsible for managing the full product lifecycle, from discovery and strategy through delivery and iteration. This role requires strong collaboration, analytical thinking, and a commitment to delivering value for residents, businesses, and City employees. Essential Functions Define and communicate a clear product vision aligned with City priorities and user needs

Lead product discovery efforts, including user research, stakeholder interviews, and data analysis

Translate business and user needs into product requirements, user stories, and roadmaps

Prioritize features and enhancements based on impact, feasibility, and strategic alignment

Partner closely with engineering, design, and data teams to deliver high-quality digital products

Manage and maintain a product backlog, ensuring transparency and alignment across stakeholders

Monitor product performance using metrics and analytics, and drive continuous improvement

Facilitate cross-department collaboration to ensure solutions meet operational and policy requirements

Advocate for user-centered design, accessibility, and equity in all digital products

Support agile delivery practices, including sprint planning, standups, and retrospectives

Communicate progress, risks, and outcomes clearly to technical and non-technical audiences

Monitor and analyze the evolving mobile product landscape to identify opportunities, trends, and best practices that inform product strategy

Establish and sustain a clear product vision, direction, and forward momentum for your portfolio

Approve features for release based on readiness and user impact

Oversee app store submissions, release notes, and rollout plans

Competencies, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Strong understanding of modern product management principles and agile methodologies

Ability to balance strategic thinking with hands-on execution

Ability to run sprint planning, backlog grooming, and standups

Experience defining epics, user stories, acceptance criteria, and success metrics

Experience working with cross-functional teams, including engineers, designers, and stakeholders

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with experience using data to inform decisions

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic, public-sector environment Commitment to equity, digital accessibility, and inclusive design

Familiarity with digital service delivery in government or regulated environments is a plus

3–6+ years of experience in product management, business analysis, or a related role

Experience delivering digital products or platforms at scale

Experience working with agile or iterative development processes

Experience engaging with stakeholders across diverse functional areas

Salary Range: $105,000 - $125,000

All applications must include a cover letter. Applications without a cover letter will be considered incomplete. Did you know? We offer Comprehensive health coverage for employees and their eligible dependents

Our wellness program offers eligibility into the discounted medical plan

Employees receive paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays

Generous retirement savings options are available

Pay off your student loans faster - As a qualifying employer, City of Philadelphia employees are eligible to participate in the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program. Join the ranks of hundreds of employees who have already benefited from this program and achieved student loan forgiveness.

Enjoy a Free Commute on SEPTA - Starting September 1, 2023, eligible City employees will no longer have to worry about paying for SEPTA public transportation. Whether you're a full-time, part-time, or provisional employee, you can seize the opportunity to sign up for the SEPTA Key Advantage Program and receive free Key cards for free rides on SEPTA buses, trains, trolleys, and regional rails.

Unlock Tuition Discounts and Scholarships - The City of Philadelphia has forged partnerships with over a dozen esteemed colleges and universities in the area, ensuring that our employees have access to a wide range of tuition discounts and scholarships. Experience savings of 10% to 40% on your educational expenses, extending not only to City employees but in some cases, spouse and dependents too!

*The successful candidate must be a city of Philadelphia resident within six months of hire

Effective May 22, 2023, vaccinations are no longer required for new employees that work in non-medical, non-emergency or patient facing positions with the City of Philadelphia. As a result, only employees in positions providing services that are patient-facing medical care (ex: Nurses, doctors, emergency medical personnel), must be fully vaccinated. The City of Philadelphia is an Equal Opportunity employer and does not permit discrimination based on race, ethnicity, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, marital status, source of income, familial status, genetic information or domestic or sexual violence victim status. If you believe you were discriminated against, call the Philadelphia Commission on Human Relations at 215-686-4670 or send an email to faqpchr@phila.gov. For more information, go to: Human Relations Website:

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