Director, Product Management (Data Platforms)

Amazing Career Moments Happen Here 

Transforming the insurance industry is ambitious, we know. That’s why at Applied, we’re building a team that shows up every day ready to learn, willing to try new things, and driven to deliver innovative software and services that make us indispensable to our customers all within a culture built on values that make us indispensable to each other too. With 40+ years of experience in the insurtech game, we’re not just redefining what’s achievable, we’re creating a place where amazing career moments are made possible. 

Position Overview 

Applied Systems powers the digital roundtrip of insurance, connecting each stage of the client insurance journey and plan lifecycle. We are seeking a visionary Director, Product Management (Data Platforms) to lead our Data Platform organization. This strategic leadership position will oversee the entire ecosystem of our data offerings, including customer-facing analytics and internal data infrastructure. The ideal candidate will drive innovation across our data platform strategy while ensuring our solutions deliver exceptional value to both customers and internal stakeholders.

• The position is remote, but ideally we are seeking a candidate based in the greater Chicago, IL, Milwaukee, WI, or Dallas, TX metro areas.
• Ability to travel up to 15%

What You’ll Do 

• Provide product leadership for our comprehensive data platform strategy, including dashboards, data lake architecture, embedded insights, and analytics offerings
• Drive the vision, roadmap, and execution of data products that serve both customer and internal needs
• Lead and mentor a team of product managers
• Establish governance frameworks and data quality standards across the organization
• Oversee the development of scalable data infrastructure that supports growing volumes and varieties of data
• Drive innovation in how data is collected, processed, analyzed, and presented throughout the organization
• Establish KPIs and success metrics for all data platform initiatives
• Collaborate with customer success and sales teams to ensure data offerings meet market demands
• Drive strategic partnerships and integrations to enhance data capabilities 

We’re Excited to Learn More About You 

Your experience may include: 

• 10+ years of experience in data platform leadership, with at least 5 years in senior management
• Proven track record of building and scaling data platforms that serve both internal and external customers
• Deep technical understanding of modern data architectures, including data lakes, warehouses, and analytics platforms
• Strong business acumen with the ability to translate technical capabilities into business value
• Experience leading cross-functional teams and influencing executive stakeholders
• History of successful product launches and innovations in the data/analytics space

You may have other skills or credentials, including: 

• A Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field
  • A master’s degree is a plus

We know that talent comes from all backgrounds and experience levels. We encourage military members and their spouses as well as candidates without a degree or a background in tech to apply! 

When You Join Team Applied, You Can Expect: 

A culture that values who you are and recognizes that you aren’t just an employee; you are a teammate, and you matter. We thrive on the benefits of our different experiences and celebrate the uniqueness our teammates bring to work with them every day. 

We flex our time together, collaborating remotely and in-person to empower our teams to work in the ways that work best for them. 

A comprehensive benefits and compensation package that centers our teammates and helps them to bring their best to work every day: 

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
• Holiday and Vacation Time
• Health & Wellness Days
• A Bonus Day for Your Birthday
• Learn more about the people behind our products at https://www1.appliedsystems.com/en-us/about-us/jobs/

Your Security Matters: 
 Our candidates’ personal information and online safety are top of mind for us. At Applied, we proactively protect your personal information and only communicate with candidates via a secure @appliedsystems.com email or through our official careers portal. Recruiters will never request payments, ask for financial account information or sensitive information like social security numbers.  

EEO Statement   

Applied Systems is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. Diversity and Inclusion is a business imperative and is a part of building our brand and reputation. At Applied, we don’t discriminate, and we are committed to recruit, develop, retain, and promote regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, age, veteran status, and other protected status as required by applicable law.  

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