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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Technical Product Owner - **Company:** SLK America, Inc. - **Location:** Buffalo, NY, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Application Programming Interfaces (APIs), Agile Methodology, Amazon Web Services, Data Analysis, Confluence, JIRA, Microsoft Azure, Software as a Service, Cloud Computing, Information Systems, Continuous Integration, Database Applications, DevOps, Scrum Methodology, Systems Development Life Cycle, Software Engineering, Systems Architecture, Systems Integration, Google Cloud, Enterprise Software Applications, Information Technology, Atlassian Tools, Microservices - **Published:** August 7, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.dice.com/job-detail/4086ec0e-9f23-45d1-a928-8d1117564fdf ## About the Role * Bachelor''s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, Business, or a related field. * 5+ years of experience as a Product Owner, Technical Product Owner, Business Analyst, or related product management role. * Strong experience working within Agile/Scrum environments. * Proven experience managing product backlogs and writing detailed user stories. * Solid understanding of software development lifecycle (SDLC) and system architecture concepts. * Experience collaborating with cross-functional technical teams. * Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills. * Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and presentation skills. * Experience with Agile tools such as Jira, Azure DevOps, Confluence, or similar platforms., * Certified Scrum Product Owner (CSPO), SAFe Product Owner/Product Manager (POPM), or equivalent certification. * Experience with cloud technologies (Azure, AWS, or Google Cloud). * Knowledge of APIs, microservices, integrations, and data-driven applications. * Familiarity with DevOps practices, CI/CD pipelines, and software release management. * Experience in digital transformation, SaaS products, or enterprise applications. ## Description We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Technical Product Owner to bridge the gap between business stakeholders and engineering teams. The ideal candidate will be responsible for defining product requirements, managing the product backlog, and ensuring successful delivery of technology solutions that align with organizational goals. 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