Sr Product Owner

BECU•Tukwila, WA

About The Position

Is it surprising to hear that a financial institution of 1.5 million members and over $30 billion in managed assets say that success comes from focusing on people, not profits? Our “people helping people” philosophy has guided us since 1935, driving our deep commitment to serving our members, communities, and each other. When you join our team, you become part of a purpose-driven organization where your work makes a real difference. While we’re proud of our history, we’re even more excited about our future. With business and technology transformation on the horizon, there’s never been a better time to be part of BECU. The Senior Product Owner works with the product leader to translate the product vision into detailed user stories, epics, and acceptance criteria for the credit card origination product. They will manage the backlog and prioritize features for the development team. This role communicates product direction and priorities to delivery teams and stakeholders across the organization, utilizing customized dashboards and delivery roadmaps to support planning and execution. The Senior Product Owner collaborates closely with key stakeholders to ensure alignment throughout the product lifecycle and is accountable for the impact of the product, delivery, quality, output, and continuous improvement of the product. This isn’t just about ticking off tasks on a list. It's about making a significant, positive change in BECU’s journey, where your contributions are valued, and your growth is continually fostered.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in a technology, business, or closely related discipline required.
Typically requires 7 years of related functional experience in product ownership, project management, or development roles.

Nice To Haves

Advanced degree preferred.
Mastery of Product Development Methodologies: Deep, practical expertise in Agile, Scrum, and Waterfall methodologies, with a proven track record of successfully applying these frameworks to drive product development and delivery in complex environments. Your experience will include leading ceremonies, coaching teams, and optimizing processes.
Proactive Problem Solving & Business Acumen: A proven self-starter with a keen ability to independently identify critical business and customer needs, uncover emerging opportunities, and overcome significant barriers. You're adept at formulating innovative and practical solutions with minimal supervision, driving tangible business and member value.
Product Owner Certification: (Preferred) A recognized Product Owner certification (e.g., CSPO, PSPO) is a plus, demonstrating a foundational commitment to product excellence.

Responsibilities

Drive Business Value: Translate overarching division and departmental goals into actionable product priorities, ensuring every initiative directly contributes to key business outcomes and delivers measurable value to members and BECU.
End-to-End Product Ownership: Take full ownership of the product backlog, meticulously prioritizing, refining, and validating work. You'll ensure the deliverables guarantee high-quality member experiences.
Orchestrate Cross-Functional Alignment: Act as the central connector, seamlessly collaborating with engineering, design, marketing, and other departments to maintain a cohesive product roadmap. You'll proactively identify dependencies, mitigate risks, and adeptly manage shifting priorities to keep momentum strong.
Embrace Agility & Adaptability: Step into new challenges and responsibilities as needed, demonstrating agility and resourcefulness to seize opportunities and navigate complexities across the business.
Shape Member-Centric Solutions - Translate strategy and feedback into actionable user stories with clear acceptance criteria—partnering with delivery teams to refine and deliver exceptional experiences.
Stay Ahead of the Curve - Keep a pulse on market and industry trends, using this knowledge to influence design and product direction with fresh, forward-thinking insights.
Align Roadmaps Across Teams - Collaborate closely with cross-functional partners to maintain a cohesive product roadmap and shift priorities as needed without losing momentum.
Lead Partnerships & Vendor Collaboration - Act as the primary liaison with internal stakeholders, external vendors, and design partners to drive seamless coordination and execution.
Coach & Elevate Others - Share your knowledge generously by mentoring junior team members and fostering an environment of growth, collaboration, and learning.