Product Owner - Partner Portal

Kapitus

1d•$96,300 - $154,400

About The Position

As a Product Owner at Kapitus, you will be responsible for driving the success of our 3rd party sales partners by ensuring their partner portal experience is world class, seamless and user friendly. You will act as the “CEO” of your product by working with partners, developers, and internal stakeholders to ensure that we fully-understand market needs, are staying true to our core mission, and building the most valuable features possible. You are responsible for growth and risk - accountable for achieving business objectives and financial metrics, communicating to all levels of the organization, and crafting an agile roadmap to guide the product to market. You will be part of a small, persistent team and have endless opportunities to lead initiatives, expand your technical expertise, and deliver products that make a real difference.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Information Systems, or a related field.
5+ years of experience as a Product Owner with a track record of delivering measurable business value.
Specific and demonstrable experience working with sales teams and externally facing digital properties. Strong instinct for user experience.
Commitment to creating lean, purposeful documentation and driving thoughtful discussions around user-centered backlog prioritization best practices.
Required expertise in Salesforce Experience Cloud.
Deep experience managing Agile backlogs and partnering closely with engineering teams, UX, Customer Research and other Product Owners.
Strong understanding of sales systems. Familiarity with lending products and , underwriting workflows a plus.
Experience working with API-based integrations and distributed systems.
Strong analytical skills, with the ability to interpret data and use insights to inform prioritization and decision-making.
Proven ability to operate independently, manage complexity, and create clarity in ambiguous environments.
High degree of ownership and accountability for delivery outcomes.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to frame work through user stories and apply a goal-oriented mindset, including the use of OKRs, to support continuous improvement.
Comfort thriving in ambiguous, fast-moving environments, with an experimental mindset for testing ideas and validating assumptions through data.
Ability to communicate effectively with both executive leadership and end users, serving as a strong liaison across stakeholders, developers, and customers.
Strong collaboration skills, deep user empathy, and a consistent focus on delivering solutions that create meaningful value for end users.

Nice To Haves

Experience collaborating with third-party channel partners and building partner portals strongly preferred.
CSPO, PSPO, or similar Agile certification preferred.
Internally motivated Product Owner who applies Scrum and Design Thinking principles to drive effective product discovery and delivery.

Responsibilities

Craft a vision and strategy based on input from customers, stakeholders, and the development team that can be clearly communicated to all levels of the organization.
Develop feedback loops with internal stakeholders and external customers to validate and solicit ideas and utilize data to drive decisions.
Work daily with development and analytics teams to clarify the vision, requirements, and priorities.
Collaborate with sales and 3rd party partners to properly position products in the marketplace.
Continuously adapt the plan by adjusting scope and priorities to deliver the most valuable solutions possible.
Balance the value of deliverables with their associated cost and risk.
Own the product backlog, objectively balancing directions from multiple stakeholders.
Define user stories that are ready for the development team.
Analyze competitor landscapes and market trends to identify opportunities for product innovation and enhancements.

Benefits

Competitive Base Salary Range of $96,300 – $154,400 Kapitus is providing this as a good faith salary range to comply with applicable law. The applicant’s final salary will depend on a number of factors including the applicant’s geographic location, skills, and experience.
Annual Incentive Compensation Eligibility – Up to 10% annually
Health Insurance: Comprehensive medical, dental, and employer-paid vision plans through UnitedHealthcare (UHC), with various coverage levels available to meet the needs of our employees and their families. Additional perks through UHC include: Sweat Equity, free subscription to the Calm App, UHC rewards, Real Appeal, and Quit For Life.
Flexible Spending Account: Set aside pre-tax dollars from your paycheck to pay for qualified out-of-pocket medical, dental, vision, pharmacy or dependent care expenses.
Lifestyle Spending Account: Employer sponsored post-tax benefits that allow reimbursement for expenses related to physical, mental and financial well-being.
100% Company Paid Insurances: Kapitus fully covers the cost of basic short-term and long-term disability insurance, as well as vision insurance, ensuring our employees have comprehensive protection without any personal expense.
Voluntary Insurance: Supplemental life insurance as well as enhanced short- and long-term disability coverage are available through Mutual of Omaha, providing additional security for our employees. Additionally, Colonial Accident and Hospitalization insurances are also available, offering further protection against unforeseen events.
Paid Maternity and Parental Leave: Beyond state-mandated leave policies, Kapitus provides company-paid maternity and parental leave, supporting our employees during important family milestones.
Commuter Benefits: We offer pre-tax benefits on parking and commuter expenses to cover travel to and from work.
LifeBalance Program: Enhance your lifestyle with our LifeBalance membership, which offers discounts on outdoor activities, the arts, health, and fitness. Additional benefits include:
Pet and car insurance discounts.
Financial services such as LegalShield.
Relaxation and stress management tools.
Plum Benefits Discount Program: Access exclusive discounts on shows, travel, car rentals, and more, enriching your personal and family life.
Tuition Reimbursement: Pursue further education with up to $5,000 annually in tuition reimbursement, plus opportunities to attend relevant conferences and career development events. Managed through our LSA plan, Kapitus Academy.
Travel Reimbursement: We also offer travel reimbursement for all work-related travel, supporting your involvement in career and personal development activities.
Paid Time Off and Sick Time.
Retirement Benefits: Our 401K plan is managed through Fidelity, featuring a 25% match on employee contributions, helping you plan for a secure financial future.