Product Owner

Experience a contract opportunity that prioritizes collaboration, growth, and measurable impact. This 12+ month Product Owner role in Plano, TX (hybrid) centers on defining the product vision, refining priorities, and partnering with stakeholders to deliver high-value systems. Compensation ranges from USD 42 to 60 per hour, commensurate with experience.

Benefits and compensation

• Medical, Prescription, Dental & Vision benefits for employees working 20+ hours per week
• Health Savings Account (HSA) for eligible employees
• Life and Disability insurance coverage for qualifying staff
• MetLife voluntary benefits
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• 401K retirement savings plan
• Direct deposit and weekly e-payroll
• Referral bonus programs
• Certification and training opportunities

Responsibilities

• Define, document, and prioritize product, business, and system requirements, ensuring alignment with business goals and customer needs
• Lead requirement gathering and JAD sessions with business and technology leaders; facilitate decisions to completion for a holistic understanding
• Develop a thorough understanding of systems and business rules to ensure new functionality aligns with limitations and processes
• Serve as the liaison between internal and external clients and delivery teams, fostering professional, clear, and constructive communication
• Create and maintain an organized, prioritized product backlog with well-defined user stories and acceptance criteria
• Own the product vision and roadmap, refining strategies based on stakeholder feedback, business needs, and market trends
• Perform gap analysis between existing applications and evolving customer requirements, collaborating with architects and developers
• Partner closely with Project Managers to empower teams from kickoff through delivery
• Actively participate in Agile ceremonies (Sprint Planning, Grooming, Stand-ups, Retrospectives) to drive efficient development
• Lead acceptance testing to ensure the final product meets business and functional requirements
• Manage multiple competing priorities with strong organization and communication
• Stay current with industry trends, best practices, and emerging technologies to enhance product strategies

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, Information Systems, or a related field
• Product Owner certification (CSPO, PSPO I, PSPO II) is desirable
• 8+ years of experience in functional roles, including 3+ years in an Agile environment
• Proven track record in elicitation, documentation, and analysis of business requirements
• Expertise in writing requirements documents, detailed user stories, product and business requirements, and backlog management
• Strong ability to translate complex business needs into clear technical specifications
• Analytical and problem-solving skills with a proactive mindset
• Experience with Azure DevOps, SharePoint, Confluence, and similar tools
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills for effective collaboration with diverse stakeholders
• Demonstrated leadership and problem-solving abilities to navigate complex projects
• Excellent organizational and time-management capabilities to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines
• Adaptability and resilience to handle changes and maintain momentum
• Proven success working both independently and within teams

Technologies

• Azure DevOps
• SharePoint
• Confluence

Note: Any pay ranges displayed are estimations. Actual pay is determined by a candidate's experience, technical expertise, and other qualifications as listed in the job description.