Junior Technical Product Manager (Hybrid)

Job Description

Role Summary:

As a Junior Technical Product Manager, you will support the Product Manager in the product discovery phase, aiding in the prioritization and creation of the product roadmap. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to gather and analyze data, together with UX team you will conduct market research, and assist in defining product vision and strategy. Your role is critical in ensuring that the product development process is informed by accurate insights and aligns with the company's goals.

 

Key Responsibilities:

-Market and User Research:

Together with UX pot team, conduct thorough research to understand customer needs, industry trends, and the competitive landscape.

Gather and analyze qualitative and quantitative data to provide actionable insights.

-Product Roadmap Support:

Assist in the creation and maintenance of the product roadmap.

Help prioritize features and tasks based on business goals, user needs, and technical feasibility.

-Data Analysis and Reporting:

Monitor product performance and gather data on key metrics.

Generate reports and visualizations to support decision-making processes.

-Stakeholder Collaboration:

Work closely with the Product Manager and cross-functional teams to ensure alignment on product goals and timelines.

Facilitate communication between different teams to gather feedback and ensure everyone is on the same page.

-Documentation and Tools:

Maintain documentation related to product features, requirements, and progress.

Use product management and collaboration tools (e.g., JIRA, Confluence) to track and manage tasks.

-Product Discovery:

Participate in brainstorming sessions and workshops to identify new product opportunities.

Help define user personas, journey maps, and user stories.

-User Experience:

Assist in elevating UX/UI design by providing feedback and conducting user testing sessions.

Ensure that the product interfaces and workflows are intuitive and user-friendly.

-Support in Product Strategy:

Assist the Product Manager in defining and executing product strategies.

Help in setting product vision that aligns with the company's mission and goals.

 

Skills and Qualifications:

 

-Education Minimum Requirement:

High School Diploma required.
 

-Experience:

Prior experience or internship in a product management or business analysis role is preferred.

Familiarity with market research, data analysis, and reporting.

 

-Technical Skills:

Proficiency in using product management tools like JIRA, Confluence, and data analysis tools (e.g., Excel, Tableau).

Basic understanding of UX/UI design principles.

 

-Soft Skills:

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Excellent communication and presentation skills.

Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.

Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills.

 

-Personal Attributes:

Passion for technology and innovation.

Eagerness to learn and grow in a fast-paced environment.

Ability to manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously.

 

Reporting Structure:

• Reports to: Product Manager

• Works closely with: Product Development Team, UX/UI Designers, Change and communication, Stakeholders

 

This role provides an excellent opportunity for a motivated individual to develop their skills in product management, gain valuable experience, and contribute to the success of innovative products.

Required Skills:

Asset Management, Benefits Management, Detail-Oriented, Industry Trend Analysis, Management System Development, Market Research, Prioritization, Product Development, Product Discovery, Product Lifecycle, Product Management, Product Roadmap, Product Strategies, Requirements Management, Stakeholder Engagement, Stakeholder Relationship Management, Strategic Planning, System Designs, Task Management, User Research

Preferred Skills:

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The salary range for this role is

$87,300.00 - $137,400.00

This is the lowest to highest salary we in good faith believe we would pay for this role at the time of this posting. An employee’s position within the salary range will be based on several factors including, but not limited to relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, geographic location, government requirements, and business or organizational needs.

The successful candidate will be eligible for annual bonus and long-term incentive, if applicable.

We offer a comprehensive package of benefits.  Available benefits include medical, dental, vision healthcare and other insurance benefits (for employee and family), retirement benefits, including 401(k), paid holidays, vacation, and compassionate and sick days. More information about benefits is available at https://jobs.merck.com/us/en/compensation-and-benefits.

You can apply for this role through https://jobs.merck.com/us/en (or via the Workday Jobs Hub if you are a current employee). The application deadline for this position is stated on this posting.

San Francisco Residents Only: We will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records for employment in compliance with the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

Los Angeles Residents Only: We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance

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Employee Status:

Regular

Relocation:

No relocation

VISA Sponsorship:

No

Travel Requirements:

10%

Flexible Work Arrangements:

Hybrid

Shift:

Not Indicated

Valid Driving License:

No

Hazardous Material(s):

n/a

Job Posting End Date:

07/30/2026

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