Job#: 3032095 Job Description: Apex Systems, a World-Class Technology Solutions Provider, is seeking applicants for the below position on behalf of our client. Please apply if interested and qualified. Please note that only qualified candidates will be contacted.
Position: Product Owner
Location: Irving, TX
Duration : 6 Month Contract-to-Hire
Rate Range: $50-60/hr
Position OverviewOur client, a growing organization in the insurance technology space, is seeking a Business Analyst / Product Owner to support homeowner insurance product initiatives. This role was created as part of a strategic shift combining traditional Product Owner and Business Analyst responsibilities into a single, highly collaborative position.
The individual will work closely with cross-functional product, engineering, and business stakeholders to support both existing and new insurance products. While the role leans more heavily toward Business Analysis, there are workstreams where the individual will operate with a Product Manager mindset-particularly as new products are introduced and owned through their lifecycle.
Day-to-Day Responsibilities- Partner closely with product and engineering teams to gather, document, and refine business and technical requirements
- Serve as the primary owner of requirements through development, testing, and release
- Support UAT efforts, including creation of UAT test plans, test cases, and execution support
- Translate business needs into clear, actionable user stories and acceptance criteria
- Document processes, workflows, and integrations to support regulated product delivery
- Track work and progress using tools such as JIRA, TFS, or Azure DevOps
- Collaborate with technical teams to support API-driven integrations
- Assist with product ownership responsibilities as new products are introduced, including backlog grooming and prioritization
- Operate effectively in a regulated environment where products require approval from governing bodies (e.g., state-level review)
Selling Points for Candidates- Opportunity to work on real, revenue-driving insurance products with direct impact
- Blended Business Analyst / Product Owner role offering broad exposure across product lifecycle
- Fast-paced, hands-on environment where initiative and ownership are valued
- Collaborative product-centric culture with strong engineering partnership
- Excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys wearing multiple hats and being deeply embedded in delivery
Required Qualifications- Strong background in Business Analysis and Product Ownership, including:
- Requirements gathering
- UAT testing and test plan creation
- Process and workflow documentation
- Ability to understand and communicate technical concepts and work effectively with engineering teams
- Experience using JIRA, TFS, Azure DevOps, or similar tools for tracking work
- Familiarity with API-based integrations and backend system interactions
- Experience working in a regulated environment (financial services, insurance, healthcare, or similar)
Preferred Qualifications (Plusses)- Prior experience supporting insurance products, especially homeowner insurance
- Exposure to product management responsibilities (formal Product Manager background not required)
- CSPO or similar certifications are not required
Ideal Candidate Traits- Thrives in a fast-paced environment
- Self-starter, go-getter, and "doer" mentality
- Highly focused and comfortable owning work independently
- Strong attention to detail with the ability to balance execution and strategy
*Please note that as a contract employee of Apex Systems, benefits include the below with employee contribution*
- Health
- Dental
- Vision
- Life Insurance; Short Term Disability
- Hospitalization Coverage
- Direct Deposit
- Weekly Pay Periods
- Training and Development Programs
- 401k
- Referral Program
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.
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