Product Owner II – Institutional Services

M&T Bank

. Build and own the large product or set of products vision and roadmap aligned with strategic intent .

Posted 10/15/2026full-timeUnited StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $123,600 - $206,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in product vision and roadmap development, prioritization of product backlogs, and effective communication with stakeholders. Proficient in Agile methodologies, Design Thinking principles, and managing digital capabilities while ensuring adherence to regulatory standards.

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Product Vision DevelopmentAgile MethodologiesDesign Thinking PrinciplesUser Story WritingStakeholder Communication

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Hard Skills

Product DesignBacklog PrioritizationAcceptance Test-Driven DevelopmentDigital Capabilities ManagementAnalytical Skills

Soft Skills

Strong Verbal CommunicationStrong Written CommunicationDecision-MakingInfluencing Skills

Tools & Technologies

Information RadiatorsCommunication Tools

Industry Keywords

Agile PrinciplesLean PrinciplesRisk ManagementRegulatory StandardsCustomer Engagement

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Build and own the large product or set of products vision and roadmap aligned with strategic intent
Communicate the product vision and roadmap with the team and stakeholders
Prioritize product backlogs based on product vision and strategy
Represent the customer voice and convey story details to the team
Make autonomous decisions to move delivery forward
Write user stories and groom backlogs with the team
Specify acceptance criteria to support Acceptance Test-Driven Development (ATDD)
Create information radiators and communication tools to show product progress
Participate in team activities and agile ceremonies
Influence business partners across the organization, including senior stakeholders
Engage with customers and incorporate design thinking and analytics into product design
Collaborate across teams and with other Product Owners to align customer journeys and dependent backlogs
Act on behalf of the Senior Product Owner when required
Adhere to risk, regulatory, and internal control standards; escalate risk issues
Implement internal and external audit points and applicable regulatory issues
Promote an environment supporting belonging and the M&T Bank brand
Complete other related duties as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree and a minimum of 6 years’ business, analytical, technical and/or product experience, or in lieu of a degree, a combined minimum of 10 years’ higher education and/or work experience, including a minimum of 6 years’ business, analytical, technical and/or product experience
Prior experience prioritizing across competing priorities and quickly-changing landscape
Prior experience actively seeking out multiple opinions, yet making independent decisions and influencing positive outcomes
Understanding of Design Thinking principles
Knowledge of product design and development best practices
Knowledge of Agile and Lean principles and practices
Experience working in partnership with user experience teams on product design
Experience developing/managing digital capabilities
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Specific subject matter expertise as required by assigned product