The Zebra

Product Manager II (Remote, United States)

Austin, Texas, United States

Not SpecifiedCompensation
Junior (1 to 2 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Insurance, Consumer Software, BiotechnologyIndustries

Position Overview

  • Location Type: Remote
  • Employment Type: Full-Time
  • Salary: Not provided

The Zebra is revolutionizing how consumers research and shop for insurance. We intentionally strive to build diverse teams that feel inclusive for all. Our motto is "All Stripes Welcome," and we put that into practice by valuing both traditional and non-conventional backgrounds and perspectives. Our Zeebs are passionate about learning, growing, & working together to tackle exciting problems. We’re looking for a strategic and detail-oriented Product Manager to join our growing team. In this role, you’ll drive the vision, roadmap, and execution for one or more of our core products. You’ll partner closely with engineering, design, data, and cross-functional stakeholders to build customer-centric solutions that drive business impact.

Location Flexibility: Employees can choose to work remotely anywhere in the U.S. (except California, New Jersey, Massachusetts, and New York), join us in our Austin, Texas office, or opt for a hybrid setup.

Requirements

  • 3+ years of experience in a consumer-facing product management or equivalent role.
  • Experience working closely with engineers and designers in agile or scrum environments.
  • Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to translate complex ideas for different audiences.
  • Customer-first mindset with a passion for creating intuitive, impactful products.
  • Proficiency in product tools like Jira, Confluence, Figma, and data tools like Looker, Amplitude, or similar.

Responsibilities

  • Translate product vision and strategy into prioritized features, accounting for highest impact and fastest time-to-market.
  • Understand and monitor KPIs to support data-driven decisions behind product and feature development.
  • Work closely with business owners, engineering, UI/UX, and QA teams to ensure an efficient, collaborative, and high-quality product development process.
  • Create, launch, and evaluate A/B tests to optimize our funnel and results page.
  • Conduct both quantitative and qualitative research to gather data to support and prioritize effective, innovative product enhancements.
  • Acceptance test engineering solutions to ensure they meet requirements, solve intended business problems, and fit within the product vision.
  • Advocate for the user and the importance of educating them on insurance while maintaining a focus on monetization.
  • Advocate for a user-centered approach that balances education, usability, and monetization, while staying informed on trends shaping the insurance industry.

Application Instructions

  • Not provided

Company Information

  • The Zebra is revolutionizing how consumers research and shop for insurance.
  • We value diversity and inclusion.
  • Our motto is "All Stripes Welcome."

Skills

Product Management
Agile
Scrum
Jira
Confluence
Figma
Looker
Amplitude
Data Analysis
Problem-Solving
Organizational Skills
Communication

The Zebra

Online platform for insurance quote comparison

About The Zebra

The Zebra operates in the insurance comparison market, helping consumers quickly find car and home insurance quotes. Users can enter their personal information and coverage needs on the platform, which then displays quotes from over 100 trusted insurance providers in about 90 seconds. This process allows individuals to compare rates side by side, making it easier to choose the best option without contacting multiple companies. Unlike many competitors, The Zebra offers this service for free, earning revenue through partnerships with insurance providers when users select a quote. The goal of The Zebra is to simplify the insurance shopping experience, providing transparency and saving consumers money.

Austin, TexasHeadquarters
2012Year Founded
$246.7MTotal Funding
LATE_VCCompany Stage
Fintech, Financial ServicesIndustries
201-500Employees

Risks

Increased competition from insurtech startups like Gabi and Policygenius.
Consumer privacy concerns may impact data collection for personalized quotes.
Economic downturns could reduce consumer spending on insurance products.

Differentiation

The Zebra offers a user-friendly platform for quick insurance quote comparisons.
It partners with over 100 trusted insurance providers for comprehensive coverage options.
The Zebra's commission-based model keeps the service free for consumers.

Upsides

The Zebra's recent acquisition of Marble enhances its market position.
AI-driven chatbots streamline customer service and quote comparison processes.
Machine learning algorithms tailor insurance recommendations to customer preferences.

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