2U, Inc. Product Manager II Salary in the United States

What We’re Looking For:

2U is searching for a Product Manager to drive the evolution of our Applicant Systems. This individual will ensure all product initiatives are in line with the organization’s overall goals and strategy, and will work closely with Pre-Enrollment portfolio leadership team and business stakeholders deliver business value by leveraging technology intelligently.  The Product Manager II shows the ability to think strategically about a product and can demonstrate a base-level understanding of the product’s customers and users, technology, business stakeholders, and market.  

You have a knack for detail and have worked previously as a Product Owner or Project Manager in a dynamic, fast-paced software development environment. You have exemplary communication skills and have experience influencing and motivating others.  At 2U, you will work with a talented and passionate team that is focused on delivering outcomes for students and our University partners. 

Responsibilities Include, But Are Not Limited To:

• Independently identifying, analyzing, and managing scope in relation to a full product and all of it’s features and enhancements.  

• Creating and managing a roadmap representing business value creation for up to a year aligned with OKRs.

• Provide strategic and tactical leadership to Business Analysts and Engineers.

• Developing and managing relationships with relevant business stakeholders, including the coordination observation sessions in order to develop empathy and knowledge of their business functions.

• Communicate and refine requirements cross-functionally with your team team and guide product design, implementation, testing and maintenance. 

• Manage stakeholder expectations by ensuring projects are delivered on time

• Proactively identify and resolve issues that may impair the organization’s ability to meet its strategic, financial, and technical goals.

• Leverage data/analytics to make decisions, but know how to make the call when all the data isn’t there

Things That Should Be In Your Background:

• You have at least 1-3 years of experience in product management or related role

• Excellent communication skills and experience building and executing a roadmap

• Soft people skills, specifically the ability to motivate and influence others

• Experience leveraging technology to address complex business needs

• Demonstrated knowledge of end-to-end software development process (SDLC)

• Experience in Agile Software Development Methodologies 

Other Attributes That Will Help You In This Role:

• Proven ability to learn a product landscape quickly

• Judgement, vision, and drive to succeed

About 2U Inc. (NASDAQ: TWOU)

At 2U, we power world-class online education and in-person boot camps. Going beyond traditional learning management systems, we use tech, people, and data to help top universities transform in the digital era—and eliminate the back row in higher ed. We support lifelong learning which means thinking beyond a single degree. It means finding ways for students to gain the skills they need to change careers, evolve their expertise, and meet the challenges of the changing world head-on. We help universities fill those needs—developing new digital education technologies and offerings capable of supporting students at different points in their lives. Whether they need a simple refresher, to learn something new, or to change their career trajectories completely, our university partners are there to help them succeed.Together with our partners, 2U has positively transformed the lives of more than 150,000 students and lifelong learners. 2U, Inc. has acquired and integrated two companies broadening our portfolio of education offerings into short courses with GetSmarter and boot camps with Trilogy. This role supports our [Select one: 2U OR GetSmarter OR Trilogy] line of business. 

2U Diversity and Inclusion Statement

At 2U, we are committed to creating and sustaining a culture that embodies diverse walks of life, ideas, genders, ages, races, cultures, sexual orientations, abilities and other unique qualities of our employees. We strive to offer a workplace where every employee feels empowered by the ways in which we are different, as well as the ways in which we are the same. 

Benefits & Culture

Working at 2U means working with individuals that are passionate and mission driven. We collaborate on tough problems to deliver the best outcomes for our partners, students, and each other. You will find team members working together in our open office spaces, gathered in the kitchen grabbing a snack, or taking a break in our game rooms.

2U offers a comprehensive benefits package:

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Life insurance, disability and 401(k)
• Unlimited snacks and drinks
• Tuition reimbursement program
• Generous paid leave policies including unlimited PTO
• Additional time off benefits include:
  • time off to volunteer for non-profit organizations
  • parental leave after 9 months of employment
  • holidays that include a winter break from Christmas through New Years!

To learn more, visit 2U.com. #NoBackRow

Note: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by individuals assigned to this position, and are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required. All employees may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.

2U is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate against applicants or employees and ensures equal employment opportunity for all persons regardless of their race, creed, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, national origin, age, marital status, disability, citizenship, military or veterans’ status, or any other classifications protected by applicable federal, state or local laws. 2U’s equal opportunity policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including but not limited to recruiting, hiring, training, promotion, job benefits, pay and dismissal.