**TriZetto Incubator Product Manager (remote)** **This is a remote position open to any qualified applicant in the United States.** **Summary** The Product Manager is a Subject Matter Expert (SME) responsible for providing expert guidance and support in **solution ideation, conceptualization, and value proposition development** throughout the incubator program. This role focuses on enabling teams to **develop innovative solutions that address validated market needs and align with organizational goals** . The Product Manager ensures that project teams have the necessary expertise and resources to design, test, and refine their solution concepts. This role also requires **strong collaboration and communication skills** to work effectively with diverse stakeholders. **Key Responsibilities** ● **Solution Ideation and Conceptualization:** ○ Lead workshops and training sessions on brainstorming techniques, design thinking, and creative problem-solving. ○ Guide project teams in defining key features and functionalities for their proposed solutions. ○ Provide expertise in addressing potential challenges and limitations of solutions. ○ Facilitate workshops to develop clear and compelling solution concepts. ● **Value Proposition Testing:** ○ Train project teams on creating and testing hypotheses about their solution's value proposition. ○ Advise teams in designing experiments and feedback mechanisms to gather customer insights. ○ Support teams in identifying key metrics for evaluating the effectiveness of their value propositions. ○ Guide teams in analyzing feedback and iterating their solution concepts. ● **Opportunity Validation and Assessment:** ○ Assist project teams in assessing the market fit and potential for adoption of their solutions. ○ Guide evaluating alignment with organizational goals, including financial viability. ○ Support teams in compiling opportunity validation reports and preliminary business cases. ● **Curriculum Development:** ○ Contribute to the development of curriculum content related to solution ideation, value proposition testing, and opportunity assessment. ○ Provide input on templates and frameworks for project teams to use in the program stages. ○ Stay updated on the latest trends and best practices in solution development. ● **Collaboration and Communication** ○ Work closely with other Incubator staff members to ensure alignment with program goals. ○ Facilitate communication and collaboration among participants, mentors, guest speakers, and other stakeholders. **Qualifications** ● **Bachelor’s degree** in product management, business administration, or a related field preferred. ● **Proven experience** in product development, solution design, or innovation management, preferably in the healthcare industry or a related technology field. ● Demonstrated ability to translate customer needs into innovative solutions. ● Strong understanding of design thinking principles and methodologies. ● Experience in developing and testing value propositions. ● Proficiency in using product development tools and techniques. ● Excellent organizational, planning, and project management skills. ● Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, including the ability to articulate complex ideas effectively. ● Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and adapt to changing priorities. **Preferred Qualifications** ● Experience working with startups or innovation programs. ● Certification in product management or design thinking. ● Knowledge of financial modeling and business case development. ● Experience with user experience (UX) design. **Salary and Other Compensation:** Applications will be accepted until July 7, 2025. The annual salary for this position is between $125,000 - $140,000 depending on experience and other qualifications of the successful candidate. This position is also eligible for Cognizant’s discretionary annual incentive program, based on performance and subject to the terms of Cognizant’s applicable plans. **Benefits:** Cognizant offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements: • Medical/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance • Paid holidays plus Paid Time Off • 401(k) plan and contributions • Long-term/Short-term Disability • Paid Parental Leave • Employee Stock Purchase Plan Cognizant is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.