Software Product Manager

JOB SUMMARY

Model/Z seeks an experienced and dynamic Software Product Manager to provide technical oversight and leadership in managing the software development process. In this role, you will turn business requirements into technical specifications, define and design intuitive UI/UX, define AI agent user journeys, and establish clear communication between internal stakeholders and external development teams. You will manage release schedules, conduct code and quality reviews, identify technical risks, and work with the existing product team to ensure compliance with security policies and industry regulations.

SALARY: $180K-$250K PER YEAR

LOCATION: 740 E. 111th Place, Los Angeles, CA 90059 Watts

SCHEDULE: 9-10 Hour Workdays, 4 days a week (Monday - Thursday), with occasional remote. Friday meetings if needed. 3 - 4 days per week in person. The schedule is subject to change to an 8-hour, 5-day workweek in the future.

ABOUT THE COMPANY

Model/Z is a trailblazing enterprise focused on reinventing multifamily housing through the development of standardized, modular units. Our mission is to provide high-quality, low-cost, and net-zero-ready housing solutions that are both scalable and practical, aiming to significantly mitigate homelessness and enhance living conditions for underrepresented communities. As a majority Black-owned and operated business based in Southern California, Model/Z is poised to establish the first standardized modular housing factory in the region.

Located in the historic Watts neighborhood of South Los Angeles, Model/Z is committed to revitalizing communities by employing local community members and paying living wages. Our innovative approach revolutionizes construction, transforming a traditional linear process into a parallel manufacturing system that allows us to build high-quality apartment homes in a factory before the concrete is even poured on-site. By empowering Black and brown families and institutions and unlocking the value of underutilized land, Model/Z embodies a model of equitable growth, addressing the urgent need for affordable housing in Southern California and beyond.

Requirements

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

• Serve as a primary point of contact between Model/Z and development partners and ensure adherence to timelines, deliverables, and performance standards
• Define project scope, objectives, and deliverables that align with business goals in collaboration with senior management
• Work closely with internal stakeholders to ensure all requirements are well understood and documented and ensure that changes in scope or timelines are communicated and managed appropriately
• Lead the planning, execution, and delivery of software development projects, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives
• Identify Opportunities for AI agents and related technology to add value for Model/Z customers
• Define User journeys to ensure customer requirements are met while prioritizing business objectives
• Provide guidance and mockups/wireframes to ensure beautiful and intuitive UI/UX interfaces
• Identify and mitigate potential technical risks associated with the development and delivery of the software
• Implement contingency plans to address potential delays, resource challenges, or quality concerns
• Manage release schedules, ensuring timely delivery of software updates and new features
• Manage and track the financial aspects of the project to ensure delivery of project within approved budget
• Ensure that the software development process complies with internal security policies, industry standards, and regulatory requirements

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field (Master’s preferred)
• Proven experience (3+ years) in product management, with a focus on software architecture, UI/UX, and coding standards
• Experience managing software development teams or working with external development partners
• Strong technical background in software development, including experience with software architecture, development methodologies, and QA/testing processes.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills
• Experience in UI/UX design is a plus

SKILLS & ABILITIES

● Technical Expertise: Strong understanding of software architecture, UI/UX design principles, and coding standards, with the ability to evaluate and improve technical solutions

● Communication & Collaboration: Excellent communication skills, with the ability to establish clear lines of communication between internal stakeholders and external development teams

● Project Management: Skilled in managing software release schedules, ensuring timely delivery of features and updates

● Code & Quality Review: Proficient in conducting thorough code and quality reviews to ensure alignment with technical standards and functionality requirements

● Risk Identification & Troubleshooting: Ability to identify potential technical risks early in the development process and effectively troubleshoot complex technical issues

● Compliance & Security: Knowledgeable in internal security policies, industry standards, and regulatory requirements, ensuring software development compliance

● Continuous Improvement: Ability to propose and implement technical improvements to enhance software performance, functionality, and user experience

● Team Leadership: Potential to lead and manage an internal software team in the future, fostering innovation and collaboration within the development process

● Design & UX: An eye for design and a knack for creating intuitive click paths for a seamless user experience is a plus

Benefits

Model/Z offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes paid vacation, medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, as well as pet insurance, sick leave, 10 paid holidays, and bereavement days. This package is designed to provide employees with a range of important benefits that help to support their physical and emotional well-being, while also providing financial protection and peace of mind.

At Model/Z, we believe work environment, culture, and the opportunity to learn and grow are key elements when considering a new job. We are just the right size to provide the resources and support you need without the bureaucracy of a large corporate environment. We foster a family-friendly and supportive workplace, collaborative and employee-focused with an emphasis on quality, integrity, trust, and accountability. We are looking to bring someone on board as soon as possible. We provide a rewarding and challenging environment. We expect a lot, but give a lot in return. Strongly prefer candidates local to Los Angeles as no relocation assistance will be provided. All qualified candidates will be contacted directly.

At Model/Z, we believe the work environment, culture, and the opportunity to learn and grow are key elements when considering a new job. We are just the right size to provide the resources and support you need without the bureaucracy of a large corporate environment. We are a fast paced startup environment that is well funded. We foster a supportive, collaborative and employee-focused workplace with an emphasis on quality, integrity, trust, and accountability. We are looking to bring someone on board as soon as possible. We provide a rewarding and challenging environment. We expect a lot, but give a lot in return. Strongly prefer candidates local to Los Angeles as no relocation assistance will be provided. All qualified candidates will be contacted directly.

Model/Z is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.

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