Technology Analyst

Being good neighbors - helping people, investing in our communities, and making the world a better place - is who we are at State Farm. It is at the core of how we operate and the reason for our success. Come join a #1 team and do some good!

Work Locations: Bloomington, IL-Corporate, Dunwoody, GA-ParkCenter Hub, Richardson, TX-CityLine Hub or Tempe, AZ-Marina Heights Hub locations.

Hybrid Work arrangement: A "Hybrid" position means selected candidates will be assigned to a facility and will spend some time working both in office and from their home.

About P&C Actuarial and Underwriting Modeling (PCM):

PCM is at the forefront of developing cutting-edge predictive models by harnessing emerging technologies and capabilities. Our focus is on creating innovative solutions that leverage the power of data. We are actively building robust data capabilities to empower our data science teams in constructing high-quality and efficient datasets. This enables us to accelerate the delivery of predictive models to the market.

As a member of PCM, you will find yourself continually challenged and empowered to grow professionally. We strongly believe in fostering the development of each team member to their fullest potential. Our supportive environment and focus on personal growth will enable you to excel in your role and make a significant impact on our team's success.

*****Applicants are required to be eligible to lawfully work in the U.S. immediately; employer will not sponsor applicants for U.S. work authorization (e.g. H-1B visa) or in the future for this opportunity*****

Job Summary:

We are seeking a skilled and dynamic Product Owner to join our data team. As a Product / Program Owner, you will be responsible for defining and driving the product vision, strategy, and roadmap for our data-related products. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams, including data scientists, engineers, and business stakeholders, to ensure the successful delivery of high-quality data solutions. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced individual who is passionate about leveraging data to drive business growth and product management efficiencies.

Responsibilities:

• Define and prioritize the product backlog, ensuring alignment with the overall data team strategy and business goals
• Collaborate with different teams and stakeholders to gather requirements, understand user needs, and translate them into clear and actionable user stories
• Create and maintain roadmap, incorporating input from various stakeholders and ensuring efficient delivery of features
• Facilitate communication and collaboration between the data team and other teams to ensure successful execution of projects
• Act as a subject matter expert, providing guidance and support to the development team throughout the product development lifecycle
• Monitor and analyze product performance, user feedback, and data metrics to identify areas for improvement and drive continuous product optimization
• Stay up-to-date with industry best practices and emerging technologies in the data field, and apply relevant knowledge to enhance product offerings
• Applies advanced understanding regarding Agile and Product Management trends/changes, best practices, and processes to complete assignments and influence the direction of horizontal level solutions
• Develops and reports on metrics related to team effectiveness and utilizes analytics to implement strategies to improve team performance. Coaches the team toward self-organization. Demonstrates the ability to influence and negotiate the scope and delivery.

Requirements:

• Proven experience as a Product Owner, Product Manager, or similar role in a data-driven environment
• Strong understanding of data concepts, tools, and technologies, including data warehousing, data analytics, and data visualization
• Strong AWS technical stack
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills, with the ability to translate complex requirements into actionable user stories
• Experience working in an Agile/Scrum environment, with a deep understanding of Agile methodologies and frameworks such as dependency, and risk management.
• Exceptional communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to effectively interact with stakeholders at all levels of the organization
• Proven track record of successfully delivering data products, meeting deadlines, and managing multiple priorities
• Strong business and data acumen and the ability to align product strategies with organizational goals
• Good understanding of the agile software tools such as V1, GIT, JIRA, etc.

*****Applicants are required to be eligible to lawfully work in the U.S. immediately; employer will not sponsor applicants for U.S. work authorization (e.g. H-1B visa) or in the future for this opportunity*****

Because work-life balance is a priority at State Farm, compensation is based on our standard 38:45-hour work week!

• Potential starting salary range: $70,000 - $105,000
• Starting salary will be based on skills, background, and experience
• High end of the range limited to applicants with significant relevant experience
• Potential yearly incentive pay up to 15% of base salary

At State Farm, we offer more than just a paycheck. Check out our suite of benefits designed to give you the flexibility you need to take care of you and your family!

• Get Paid! On top of our competitive pay, you are eligible for an annual raise and bonus.
• Stay Well! Focus on you and your family's health with our robust health and wellbeing programs. State Farm pays most of your healthcare premium, and we offer multiple healthcare plan options, including a high deductible plan. All medical plans provide 100% coverage for in-network preventative care, AND you and your family have access to vision, dental, telemedicine, 24/7 mental health professionals, and much more!
• Develop and Grow! Take advantage of educational benefits like industry leading training programs, top-notch tuition assistance programs, employee resource groups, and mentoring.
• Plan Ahead! Plan for those big moments in life with benefits like fertility/IVF/adoption assistance, college coaching, national discount programs, interactive monthly financial workshops, free financial coaching, and more. You can also start a savings account or consider financing through our State Farm Federal Credit Union!
• Take a Little "You" Time! You will have access to our generous time off policies designed so you can plan around holidays, family events, volunteering, or just to take a relaxing day off. With the opportunity to initially earn up to 20 days annually plus parental leave, paid holidays, celebration day, life leave (40 hours/year), bereavement leave, and community service/education support days, there will be plenty of time for you!
• Give Back! We offer several ways to give back through our Matching Gift Program, Good Neighbor Grant Program, and the Employee Assistance Fund.
• Finish Strong! Plan for retirement using free financial advisors and a 401(k) plan with company contributions of up to 7% of your salary.

Visit our State Farm Careers page for more information on our benefits, locations, and the hiring process of joining the State Farm team!

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