Specialist, Product Owner

ADTM Adenza Technology de Mexico S de RL de CV•Atlanta, GA

46d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Product Owner serves as the primary liaison between business stakeholders and technical delivery teams, ensuring that the unique needs of institutional investors are understood, analyzed, documented, and communicated effectively. This role is responsible for translating complex client requirements and broader business objectives into actionable solutions that drive value and support the firm’s strategic vision within the institutional investing landscape. Success in this position requires a comprehensive understanding of institutional investor workflows, priorities, and regulatory considerations, enabling the Product Owner to prioritize investment (engineering development), optimize business value, and guide delivery outcomes. The ideal candidate will engage collaboratively as a core team member—contributing to all phases of product development. Key responsibilities include requirements elicitation, data analysis, product validation, issue resolution, and documentation, all tailored to the nuances of institutional client expectations and industry standards. About the Role: Reporting to a Senior Manager within Nasdaq eVestment Product Delivery, this position is tailored for an accomplished individual contributor who excels at bridging product, technology, and governance functions. The Product Owner will play a pivotal role in advancing Nasdaq eVestment’ innovative offerings for institutional investors, collaborating with internal and external stakeholders to assess needs, define requirements, and drive change throughout the continuous software development lifecycle.

Requirements

5+ years of professional experience related to software development, business analysis or financial services.
University degree in Business Administration, Finance, Information Systems, or Computer Science and industry certifications preferred (CSPO, CSM, etc.).
Advanced analytical and business skills, with the ability to uncover implicit, unstated, and emerging requirements from stakeholders.
Demonstrated expertise in backlog management and proficiency with leading backlog management tools, tailored for complex, regulated environments.
Strong meeting facilitation skills, including agenda development, decision documentation, and effective communication to keep all parties informed.
Exceptional attention to detail with clear, concise communication and an ability to balance multiple priorities in dynamic settings.
Solid understanding of web application development, SaaS platforms, and modern architectures as they pertain to enterprise solutions.
Creative problem-solver, able to design innovative solutions to address evolving business challenges.
Energetic, passionate, and deeply invested in project outcomes and the broader mission of serving clients.
Demonstrated proactive client service and stakeholder management skills, with a focus on building strong client relationships.
Self-motivated, with a continuous learning mindset and a drive to stay current on industry trends and technologies.

Nice To Haves

Deep familiarity with institutional investment operations and asset management workflows is preferred.

Responsibilities

Demonstrate a thorough understanding of the institutional investing sector, including key client segments, market trends, and the solutions Nasdaq eVestment provides.
Map complex business processes, document detailed business requirements, develop functional designs, and perform gap analyses to ensure alignment between client needs and product capabilities, supporting regulatory and operational standards specific to institutional investment management.
Build and manage the product backlog, balancing new initiative development, product line enhancements, and ongoing technical maintenance and support items relevant to client workflows.
Elaborate user stories for implementation, ensuring alignment with the Product Manager and business vision tailored to the client experience.
Translate product roadmaps into a well-refined backlog of user stories, reflecting priorities and governance requirements as needed.
Lead in an agile team environment, taking ownership of deliverables and contributing to agile project management, product testing, user training, and stakeholder support.
Review, accept, or reject completed sprint work, ensuring it meets the rigorous standards and expectations of clients.
Plan, organize, and facilitate User Acceptance Testing, with an emphasis on client workflows and data integrity.
Provide production support, triage issues, and facilitate timely resolution in line with service level expectations and quality thresholds.
Maintain consistent, transparent communication with team members, management, and stakeholders regarding project status and sprint outcomes, utilizing sprint reviews, release burndowns, and other reporting mechanisms as appropriate.
Foster a collaborative environment with both the team and stakeholders, promoting cross-functional understanding and shared commitment to client success.
Conduct all business activities in line with Nasdaq policies, procedures, and all applicable industry regulations.