Product Owner, Product Development

Ascensus

. Create and maintain the Scrum Team Roadmap .

Posted 10/12/2026full-timeUnited StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Agile methodologies and Product Ownership, with a strong focus on backlog management, user story development, and stakeholder engagement. Proven ability to lead Scrum teams, track KPIs, and adapt project direction based on evolving business needs.

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Agile MethodologiesProduct OwnershipBacklog ManagementKPI TrackingStakeholder Engagement

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Hard Skills

Behavior-Driven DevelopmentUser Story DevelopmentScrum FrameworkSDLC MethodologiesAnalytical Skills

Soft Skills

Consultative CommunicationConflict ResolutionChange ManagementFacilitationAttention to Detail

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft OfficeConfluenceJIRAAzure DevOpsAha!

Industry Keywords

401(k)IRA529Product GoalsOrganizational Standards

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

AzureSDLC

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Create and maintain the Scrum Team Roadmap
Prioritize and sequence the Backlog according to business value or ROI
Convey the Vision and Goals at the beginning of every Release and Sprint
Represent and engage the customer
Collaborate with a Scrum team on Feature development, Product backlog maintenance, user stories, sprint support, and UAT testing
Work with BAs and Technology to create Behavior-Driven Development (BDD) stories
Elaborate Epics, Themes, and Features into sprint-sized user stories
Participate in daily Scrums, Sprint Planning, Release Planning, Sprint Reviews, and Retrospectives
Inspect product progress and accept or reject completed work
Assess and change project direction at the end of each Sprint when necessary
Maintain relationships with business and clients to understand changing needs
Participate in organizational readiness activities
Serve as the primary internal and external point of contact for team updates and feedback
Identify and maintain KPIs supporting the team and assigned product
Establish annual product goals, objectives, and outcomes; track and monitor KPIs
Provide critical leadership to drive Scrum teams without direct reports

Requirements

What you’ll need

Undergraduate degree in business or technology related fields
Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office applications
Strong working knowledge of Agile and SDLC methodologies
Minimum 5 years’ experience in the assigned business domain: 401(k), IRA, 529, etc.
Minimum 5 years’ experience as a Product Owner, or in a Technology (Dev or QA) practice
Demonstrated experience implementing and executing Agile principles with strong technical skills
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and adhere to quality, regulatory, audit, and organizational standards
Strong consultative communication and writing skills, with ability to interact with and influence all organizational levels
Experience with facilitation, situational awareness, conflict resolution, change management, continual improvement, empowerment, and increasing transparency
Curiosity, attention to detail, strong analytical and research skills
Knowledge and/or experience with Confluence, JIRA, Azure DevOps, and Aha!

Benefits

Comp & perks

Equal Opportunity Employer
Employer states it will never ask candidates for payment or require them to purchase equipment