Senior Digital Product Owner

Caterpillar Inc.

. Maximize the value of the product and the work of the Scrum Development Team .

Posted 10/22/2026full-timeChennai • IndiaSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in product management and agile methodologies, with a strong focus on maximizing product value and leading technical teams. Proficient in backlog management, stakeholder communication, and project planning within an agile framework.

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Product Owner Certification (CSPO)Agile Project ManagementBacklog PrioritizationTeam LeadershipSDLC Knowledge

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Hard Skills

Product ManagementBacklog ManagementUser Story DevelopmentAgile MethodologiesProject PlanningStakeholder EngagementSprint PlanningProduct Vision DefinitionDecision-MakingDomain Expertise in Business Applications

Soft Skills

Interpersonal SkillsCommunication SkillsTeamworkAccountabilityOrganizational Skills

Tools & Technologies

JIRAMingleVSTSTeam ServicesRally

Certifications & Qualifications

Product Owner Certification (CSPO)

Industry Keywords

Agile Software ToolsInformation TechnologyScrum ValuesTechnical Team LeadershipOnshore/Offshore Team Model

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

SDLC

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Maximize the value of the product and the work of the Scrum Development Team
Create, maintain, and prioritize the Product Backlog according to business value throughout the project
Communicate Product Backlog priorities to the team
Act as the key decision-maker regarding product features
Define and convey the product vision to the team
Elaborate epics, themes, and features into sprint-sized user stories
Convey vision and goals at the beginning of every sprint
Collaborate closely with key stakeholders across the organization
Make decisions on release dates and content
Represent and engage with the customer
Participate in Daily Scrum as needed
Participate in Sprint Planning meetings, Reveals, and Retrospectives
Inspect product progress at the end of each Sprint and accept or reject Development Team work
Communicate team status externally
Model Scrum values and understand team roles
Champion the agile community and help further it within the organization
Act as Product Owner for larger, more complex, high-value projects

Requirements

What you’ll need

Four year Bachelor’s degree preferably in computer science, information systems, marketing, communications, engineering or related field
5+ years’ experience as a product manager with overall experience of 10+ years
5+ years of experience leading a technical team while simultaneously managing multiple projects
Product Owner certification (CSPO from Scrum Alliance)
Demonstrated ability to communicate appropriately to ensure a team’s success
Domain expert in business applications
Strong accountability planning/organization, and teamwork
Highly developed interpersonal skills to deal with sensitive, emotional or potentially controversial situations
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Experience managing projects using Agile software tools such as Mingle, VSTS, JIRA, Team Services, Rally
Experience working with onshore/offshore team model
Demonstrated ability to empower teams
Strong accountability, teamwork, and interpersonal skills, and communication skills
Knowledge of SDLC and demonstrated experience employing SDLC in aspects of the project management process
Background in Information Technology

Benefits

Comp & perks

Equal Opportunity Employer
Qualified applicants of any age are encouraged to apply
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