Product Owner

Qode • Columbia, SC

8d • Hybrid

About The Position

We are seeking an experienced Product Owner with strong Wealth Management domain expertise and mandatory IBOR (Investment Book of Record) experience to lead product development initiatives supporting front-office and investment operations. This role partners closely with business stakeholders, technology teams, and vendors to deliver scalable, high-quality solutions aligned with strategic objectives.

Requirements

• 10+ years of experience as a Product Owner, Business Analyst, or similar role
• Strong Wealth Management experience (portfolio management, trading, operations, or advisory platforms)
• Mandatory hands-on experience with IBOR platforms (e.g., Charles River, Aladdin, SimCorp, Eagle, etc.)
• Deep understanding of investment data: positions, trades, corporate actions, pricing, and performance
• Experience working in Agile/Scrum environments
• Strong communication skills with the ability to engage both technical and non-technical stakeholders

Nice To Haves

• Experience with front-office or middle-office systems
• Familiarity with ABOR, PBOR, or data integration architectures
• Financial services certifications (CFA, CSPO, SAFe PO/PM)
• Experience supporting regulatory or reporting initiatives

Responsibilities

• Own and manage the product backlog, ensuring alignment with business priorities and regulatory requirements
• Act as the primary liaison between wealth management business stakeholders and technology teams
• Translate business needs into clear user stories, acceptance criteria, and functional requirements
• Lead backlog grooming, sprint planning, and prioritization activities
• Ensure accurate representation and integration of IBOR data across systems (positions, transactions, cash, cost basis, performance, etc.)
• Collaborate with architects, developers, QA, and downstream consumers to deliver end-to-end solutions
• Support UAT, release planning, and post-implementation reviews
• Identify dependencies, risks, and mitigation strategies throughout the delivery lifecycle
• Drive continuous improvement of product processes and data quality

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed