The Opportunity:
The PMG Product Owner works in the office and serves the end-users, customers and stakeholders of the product they are responsible for by maximizing the value of the product. You will effectively manage the product backlog, which includes developing and explicitly communicating the product vision and goals, creating and communicating product backlog items, and prioritizing items within the product backlog while ensuring it is transparent, visible and understood. You will report to the VP of Business Process Management.
The Day-to-Day:
Create long-term vision (1-3 years) for the product based on market research and the voice of the customer. Create mid-term roadmap (6-12 months) to accomplish product vision and implement product featuresAlign long- and mid-term product plan with partners in the organization and ensure supportCreate and manage capacity plans and negotiate budgeting with senior leadership to implement product roadmapCreate product release plans and ensure change preparation is in placeMonitor product performance and customer satisfaction by defining and gathering product metrics through surveys and trend analysisResearch, define, prioritize and document product features while considering the needs of existing customers, competitive market offerings and overall company strategyWork with the team to decompose features and large user stories into right-sized stories for development increments. Ensure backlog of product features and user stories stays current through recurring backlog refinementPrioritize work in the product backlog with a focus on maximizing valueAssign features and user stories to releases and ensure delivery of product updates following the product release planDefine the necessary requirements that must be met to confirm a user story is completeIdentify and work with other product owners and technology leaders to manage dependencies and resolve any cross-unit issuesPartner to ensure appropriate architectural and technical design, participates in quality assurance activities, and ensures availability of delivery of appropriate product trainingManage third-party vendor requirements and coordinate deliverables with the appropriate company managersMaintain vendor relationships with off-the-shelf products to ensure understanding of the product roadmap and upgrade schedulePro-actively partner with all necessary functions and third parties to ensure product deliveryPromote cross-team collaboration within and outside the immediate Scrum teamPromote an Agile mindset and live by Agile principles; lead by example and inspire others to do the sameCoordinate with other departments to mature current delivery practices including software development and DevOpsYour Qualifications:
5+ years of experience as a Scrum Product OwnerExperience developing, deploying and supporting Charles River Technology SolutionsA deep understanding of Agile principles, values, and practicesExperience developing products within deadlinesConflict resolution skills and proven experience working with diverse team membersExperience developing relationships with team members and customersOutstanding communication, presentation and leadership skillsBachelor's degree in business or technology major or equivalent work experienceWhy Fisher Investments:
We work for a bigger purpose: bettering the investment universe. We take great pride in our inclusive culture, our learning and development framework customized for every employee, and our Great Place to Work Certification. It's the people that make the Fisher purpose possible, and we invest in them by offering exceptional benefits like:
100% paid medical, dental and vision premiums for you and your qualifying dependentsA 50% 401(k) match, up to the IRS maximum20 days of PTO, plus 10 paid holidaysFamily Support programs including 8 week Paid Primary Caregiver Leave, $10,000 fertility, family forming, and hormonal health assistance, and back-up child, adult, and elder careThis is an in-office role. Based on your role, tenure, and performance eligibility you may have the opportunity to participate in our hybrid work from home program. This program is subject to change.FISHER INVESTMENTS IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER