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Manager, Product Owner
Sallie Mae. Own the product vision, strategy, and roadmap end to end for one or more digital lending products .
Core Competencies
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Demonstrates expertise in product management, including ownership of product vision, strategy, and backlog management, while leveraging AI tools for data-driven decision-making and continuous improvement. Strong ability to align cross-functional teams and communicate effectively with stakeholders to drive product success.
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Product ManagementAI Tools ApplicationAgile MethodologiesBacklog ManagementData-Driven Decision Making
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Hard Skills
Product OwnershipUser Story WritingUser-Centered DesignProduct DevelopmentKPI DefinitionRisk ManagementMachine LearningGenerative AIIntelligent AutomationProject Management
Soft Skills
Excellent CommunicationInterpersonal SkillsOrganizational SkillsAttention to DetailInfluencing Skills
Tools & Technologies
AI-Powered ToolsAI-Driven Analytics
Certifications & Qualifications
Product Owner CertificationAgile Certification
Industry Keywords
Digital LendingProduct RoadmapStakeholder AlignmentContinuous ImprovementResponsible AI Practices
About the role
Key responsibilities & impact- Own the product vision, strategy, and roadmap end to end for one or more digital lending products
- Own, prioritize, and continuously refine the product backlog, including user stories and acceptance criteria
- Define and execute product development strategies aligned with company objectives, market needs, and customer expectations
- Implement project management methodologies and processes for efficient execution, resource allocation, and risk mitigation
- Serve as the primary decision-maker at the development team level
- Connect engineering, design, marketing, compliance, and business stakeholders to drive aligned, timely delivery
- Define and communicate success metrics and KPIs, using data and experimentation to inform the roadmap
- Represent the voice of the customer through discovery and problem validation
- Identify and prioritize machine learning, generative AI, and intelligent automation opportunities in products
- Use AI-powered tools for discovery, backlog refinement, requirements drafting, prototyping, user-research synthesis, and competitive analysis
- Leverage AI-driven analytics to surface customer insights, forecast outcomes, and inform prioritization and roadmap decisions
- Champion responsible AI adoption, including guardrails, model quality and bias evaluation, and risk and compliance partnership
- Partner with engineering and design in agile ceremonies from concept through prototyping, testing, and launch
- Provide leadership and guidance to product and delivery talent
- Monitor product performance and delivery health, report on KPIs, and provide executive-ready stakeholder updates
- Manage risk and drive continuous improvement across the delivery lifecycle
Requirements
What you’ll need- 5 years of experience in product management/development, with a track record of successfully owning and delivering products to market
- Bachelor's degree in a relevant field, such as engineering, computer science, business administration, or a related discipline
- Demonstrated product ownership experience—owning a product vision, roadmap, and backlog and being accountable for delivered value and outcomes
- Hands-on experience applying AI tools in a product management or development context
- Solid understanding of product development and agile methodologies, with strong backlog management, user-story writing, and user-centered design skills
- Analytical, data-driven mindset, with the ability to define metrics, run experiments, and make prioritization decisions grounded in evidence
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to align cross-functional teams and influence across all levels of the organization
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to own multiple priorities simultaneously
- Experience delivering AI- or data-powered product features, and familiarity with responsible/ethical AI practices
- Product owner or agile certification (e.g., CSPO, PSPO) is a plus
Benefits
Comp & perks- Competitive base salaries
- Bonus incentives
- Generous PTO, Floating Holidays and 12 Federal Holidays observed
- Support for financial well-being and retirement 401k with employer match
- Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, hospital indemnity, critical illness, pet insurance and more
- Employer paid short-term/long-term disability and basic life insurance
- Flexible hybrid working arrangements
- Paid parental leave and adoption reimbursement programs
- Free access to on-site staffed fitness centers (in Delaware) and gym subsidy (for locations outside Delaware)
- Confidential counseling support (EAP), Health Advocacy services and Wellness program with financial incentives
- Tuition Reimbursement and Family Scholarship Programs
- Career development and training opportunities