Product Owner

Tata Consultancy Services Limited
Addison, United States of America
2 days ago

Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Working hours
Regular working hours
Languages
English
Compensation
$ 120K

Job location

Addison, United States of America

Tech stack

Agile Methodologies
Confluence
JIRA
Collaborative Software
Databases
Integrated Development Environments
Scrum
Information Technology
REST

Job description

  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams including software developers, designers, quality assurance, and stakeholders to define, prioritize, and communicate product vision, strategy, and roadmap.

  • Own and maintain the product backlog, ensuring that it is well-organized, up-to-date, and aligned with the overall product vision and business goals.

  • Translate high-level business requirements into clear and actionable user stories, ensuring that they contain well-defined acceptance criteria and align with technical capabilities.

  • Act as the primary point of contact between business stakeholders and the development team, ensuring that communication flows seamlessly and that stakeholder needs are effectively addressed.

  • Regularly engage with stakeholders to gather feedback, capture user insights, and validate that the product is meeting their expectations.

  • Make informed decisions on scope, priorities, and trade-offs while considering factors such as project timelines, technical constraints, and market trends.

  • Conduct sprint planning, backlog refinement, and sprint review sessions, collaborating with the development team to ensure a clear understanding of the work to be done.

  • Provide guidance and support to the development team, clarifying requirements, resolving queries, and ensuring a shared understanding of the user stories.

  • Continuously monitor project progress, track key performance indicators (KPIs), and ensure that the product is delivering the intended value to customers.

  • Actively participate in retrospectives to identify areas for improvement within the development process and take actions to enhance team efficiency and effectiveness.

  • Stay current with industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices, leveraging this knowledge to identify opportunities for product enhancement and innovation.

  • Manage stakeholder expectations, anticipating and addressing concerns, and ensuring a positive collaborative working environment.

Requirements

Do you have experience in Technical Proficiency?, * Bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering, business, or related field (or equivalent experience).

  • Proven track record as a Software Product Owner or in a similar product or project management role in a software development environment.

  • In-depth understanding of Agile methodologies, particularly Scrum, and a strong track record of successful collaboration in Agile teams.

  • Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to convey complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders effectively.

  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to make informed decisions, prioritize effectively, and drive continuous improvement.

  • Detail-oriented mindset with a focus on delivering high-quality software products and exceptional user experiences.

  • Proficiency in using project management and collaboration tools, such as JIRA, Confluence, or similar.

  • Excellent technical skills including understanding of RESTful API's, network, and database architectures, Qualifications : BACHELOR OF COMPUTER SCIENCE

Benefits & conditions

Pulled from the full job description

  • Pet insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Vision insurance
  • Dental insurance
  • Commuter assistance, Di scretionary Annual Incentive. Comprehensive Medical Coverage: Medical & Health, Dental & Vision, Disability Planning & Insurance, Pet Insurance Plans. Family Support: Maternal & Parental Leaves. Insurance Options: Auto & Home Insurance, Identity Theft Protection. Convenience & Professional Growth: Commuter Benefits & Certification & Training Reimbursement. Time Off: Vacation, Time Off, Sick Leave & Holidays. Legal & Financial Assistance: Legal Assistance, 401K Plan, Performance Bonus, College Fund, Student Loan Refinancing. Salary Range: $95,000 - $120,000 a year

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