Product Owner

Transfinder•Schenectady, NY

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Product Owner supports product development by ensuring products meet client needs and expectations. The role gathers detailed requirements, develops features and products, and prioritizes and refines items across the backlog, sprints, and releases. The Product Owner leads refinement, planning, and review meetings with development teams and stakeholders, and helps teams meet sprint commitments and product quality goals. This position is based onsite at the company’s Schenectady, New York headquarters, Monday through Friday. The role requires local residency or the ability to commute regularly and may involve evening hours at least twice per week. A valid driver’s license is required, as the role includes driving to various locations to test software.

Requirements

At least 4 years of experience as a Product Owner, Business Analyst, or active participant in a Scrum process.
Experience working directly with software development teams and international teams.
Demonstrated knowledge of UI/UX principles for mobile and browser applications.
Demonstrated knowledge of Scrum and Agile principles.
Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
Strong written and spoken communication skills.
Excellent troubleshooting skills.
Exceptional organizational skills, including the ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities while maintaining attention to detail.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Ability to respond effectively to feedback and adapt to changes.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, Jira, prototyping tools, and product analytics tools.
Ability to work a flexible schedule, including evening hours at least twice per week.
Valid driver’s license and ability to drive to various locations to test software.
Ability to sit for prolonged periods and work at a computer, and to lift up to 15 pounds at times.
Local residency or ability to commute regularly to the Schenectady, New York headquarters.

Nice To Haves

Exposure to logistics, education, public safety, or fleet maintenance fields.

Responsibilities

Develop and prioritize a large development backlog as priorities change.
Collaborate with development teams, quality assurance, and Scrum Masters to build and evaluate features and products.
Present complex designs to technical and non-technical teams.
Lead and participate in scrum meetings, including refinement meetings, sprint planning, and sprint reviews.
Conduct user and product research by exploring ideas with internal and external stakeholders.
Develop expertise in subjects, technologies, and concepts relevant to products under development.
Create and critique UI/UX artifacts that guide the development team.
Ensure users can easily navigate the technology and products and maintain a cohesive product look and feel.
Motivate development teams to meet sprint commitments and product quality goals.
Perform other duties and projects as assigned.