TEKsystems · 2 weeks ago
Product Owner
Chicago, IL
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$60/hr - $70/hr
8+ years expTEKsystems is a leading provider of business and technology services, and they are seeking a Product Owner to collaborate with cross-functional teams to define and prioritize product vision and strategy. The role involves managing the product backlog, translating business requirements into user stories, and ensuring effective communication between stakeholders and the development team.
Information Technology
Responsibilities
Collaborate with cross-functional teams including software developers, designers, quality assurance, and stakeholders to define, prioritize, and communicate product vision, strategy, and roadmap
Own and maintain the product backlog, ensuring that it is well-organized, up-to-date, and aligned with the overall product vision and business goals
Translate high-level business requirements into clear and actionable user stories, ensuring that they contain well-defined acceptance criteria and align with technical capabilities
Act as the primary point of contact between business stakeholders and the development team, ensuring that communication flows seamlessly and that stakeholder needs are effectively addressed
Regularly engage with stakeholders to gather feedback, capture user insights, and validate that the product is meeting their expectations
Make informed decisions on scope, priorities, and trade-offs while considering factors such as project timelines, technical constraints, and market trends
Conduct sprint planning, backlog refinement, and sprint review sessions, collaborating with the development team to ensure a clear understanding of the work to be done
Provide guidance and support to the development team, clarifying requirements, resolving queries, and ensuring a shared understanding of the user stories
Continuously monitor project progress, track key performance indicators (KPIs), and ensure that the product is delivering the intended value to customers
Actively participate in retrospectives to identify areas for improvement within the development process and take actions to enhance team efficiency and effectiveness
Stay current with industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices, leveraging this knowledge to identify opportunities for product enhancement and innovation
Manage stakeholder expectations, anticipating and addressing concerns, and ensuring a positive collaborative working environment
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Business, or related field (or equivalent experience)
Experience using the SAFe framework or having a PO/PM SAFe certification
Experience writing clear and detailed product requirements
Proven track record as a Software Product Owner or in a similar product management role in a software development environment
In-depth understanding of Agile methodologies, particularly Scrum, and a strong track record of successful collaboration in Agile teams
Exceptional note taking, communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to convey complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders effectively
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to make informed decisions, prioritize effectively, and drive continuous improvement
Detail-oriented mindset with a focus on delivering high-quality software products and exceptional user experiences
Proficiency in using project management and collaboration tools, such as JIRA, Confluence, or similar
Preferred
8+ years of experience
Certification(s) related to Agile methodologies (e.g., Certified Scrum Product Owner) is a plus
Previous experience in cyber security, specifically vulnerability management or application security testing is advantageous
Experience with Jira, .NET or Java development is a strong asset
Experience writing clear and detailed technical requirements
Benefits
Medical, dental & vision
Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
Short and long-term disability
Health Spending Account (HSA)
Transportation benefits
Employee Assistance Program
Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Company
TEKsystems
At TEKsystems, they understand people. Every year they deploy over 80,000 IT professionals at 6,000 client sites across North America,
10001+ employees
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Late StageLeadership Team
Ryan Skains
Vice President, TEKsystems Global Services
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