Product Owner

Job#: 3024898

Job Description:
Product Owner

Location: Chicago, Illinois (On-site)

Employment Type: Contract

Contract: 12 Months

Role Overview

We are seeking a Product Owner to lead technology delivery initiatives and ensure the successful execution of strategic projects. This role bridges business needs and technology solutions, driving product vision, prioritization, and delivery. The Product Owner will collaborate with stakeholders and development teams to define requirements, manage backlogs, and deliver high-quality technology solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Define and communicate the product vision and roadmap for technology delivery initiatives.
• Align product goals with business objectives and stakeholder expectations.
• Own and prioritize the product backlog, ensuring clarity and alignment with strategic priorities.
• Translate business requirements into actionable user stories and acceptance criteria.
• Partner with technology teams to ensure timely and high-quality delivery of features and enhancements.
• Monitor progress, manage risks, and resolve issues to keep projects on track.
• Act as the primary liaison between business stakeholders and technology teams.
• Analyze performance metrics and user feedback to identify opportunities for improvement.

Required Qualifications

Experience: 3+ years of experience in product ownership, technology delivery, or related roles. A proven track record of managing technology projects in Agile environments is required.

Technical Skills: A strong understanding of Agile methodologies (Scrum, Kanban) is necessary. Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word) is also required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to translate business needs into technical requirements.
• Experience with Agile tools such as Jira.

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. We will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law.

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Apex Systems is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRated's Best of Staffing in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work in the United Kingdom and Mexico. Apex uses a virtual recruiter as part of the application process. Click for more details.

Apex Benefits Overview: Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our 'Welcome Packet' as well, which an Apex team member can provide.