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enesis10 is currently seeking several Technical Product Owners for a 12-month contract role with our healthcare client based in MN. This role will be 100% remote. Compensation: $ 90.00 - 93.00 per hour, depending on skill and experience level. Scope of Work for Contract Product Owner The Product Owner (PO) will serve as the single voice of the business to the Scrum team, ensuring alignment between business objectives and technical delivery. This role is critical for maximizing product value and driving successful outcomes in an Agile environment.
Responsibilities: - Understands and considers both the business and the technical engineering/IT needs to ensure quality digital products and related operational workflows to meet/exceed the desired business objectives.
- Able to perform cost, benefit and risk analysis associated with the proposed product/services and recommend alternatives for solutions throughout the product life cycle.
- Collaborates with stakeholders and users to synthesize, articulate, and document business and system requirements.
- Performs data analysis, defines, and documents business requirements, translates business requirements to technical/engineering specifications, acceptance criteria, user experience requirements and system validation while considering the complete technical and non-technical solution.
- Technical specifications are utilized by Engineering/IT in the final technical design and eventual product build/acquisition or integration.
- May assist product and operations leaders to coordinate deployment of deliverables (varies by product).
- Provides input for development of other product documents, project charters and plans, work assignments, deliverable target dates, and other aspects of assigned work.
- Applies systems engineering methodologies and discipline throughout the product and project lifecycle based on assignment.
- Researches, analyzes, and validates complete and accurate business and systems requirements.
- Establishes scope boundaries for basic and routine products and technical requirements with accuracy and clarity.
- Plans and monitors work scope estimates and schedules for the defined scope of the product.
- Assesses and defines problems through root cause analysis and proactively brings solutions to the table.
- Able to read, assess and interpret vended solution architecture and translate into scope of work and technical specification requirements for integration into client engineering/technology systems and product operations workflows.
- Understands and helps define product implementation change management requirements for those products not requiring formal Implementation Team resourcing.
- Demonstrated experience leading teams in Product Owner capacity.
Product Vision & Roadmap - Define and maintain a clear product vision aligned with organizational goals.
- Develop and adapt product roadmap and release plans based on stakeholder input and market trends.
Backlog Management - Own and prioritize the product backlog to maximize business value.
- Write and refine user stories and acceptance criteria.
- Ensure backlog items are ready for sprint planning and meet quality standards.
Stakeholder Engagement - Act as the liaison between business stakeholders and development teams.
- Gather requirements, communicate updates, and integrate feedback into backlog decisions.
Sprint Participation - Attend key Scrum ceremonies (Sprint Planning, Reviews, Backlog Refinement).
- Provide clarification on requirements and approve completed work.
Decision-Making & ROI - Make empowered decisions on priorities and scope.
- Ensure deliverables meet business needs and contribute to ROI.
Experience Overview for Contract Product Owner Ideal candidates should demonstrate a blend of strategic thinking, technical understanding, and stakeholder management skills. The following experience areas are essential:
Core Competencies: - Proven ability to define product vision and translate it into actionable roadmaps.
- Expertise in Agile/Scrum frameworks, including backlog grooming and sprint planning.
- Strong communication skills for engaging diverse stakeholders and development teams.
Technical & Business Acumen: - Familiarity with software development processes and ability to balance technical constraints with business priorities.
- Experience in writing user stories, acceptance criteria, and managing evolving requirements.
Leadership & Collaboration: - Ability to act as the voice of the customer, ensuring product decisions reflect user needs and market trends.
- Skilled in facilitating workshops, managing competing priorities, and driving consensus among stakeholders.
Preferred Background: - Previous experience in contract or consulting roles as a Product Owner or similar positions.
- Certifications such as Certified Scrum Product Owner (CSPO) or equivalent are highly desirable.
Domain-Specific Experience (nice to have): - Digital Laboratory Products: Understanding of workflows, compliance, and integration with lab systems.
- Logistics & Order-to-Results: Experience managing processes from order initiation through fulfillment and reporting.
- Data & Analytics: Ability to leverage data for decision-making and product optimization.
- Vendor Management: Skilled in coordinating with external partners and managing service-level agreements.
- Billing Processes: Knowledge of billing systems and financial workflows related to product delivery.
Required Skills & Experience: - Experience developing mobile app and / or web products.
- Minimum of 1-3 years in a Product Owner (or similar) role.
- Experience working with a Scrum team in an Agile environment.
- Working knowledge of product development architecture.
- Proficiency in the use of analytic tools.
- Ability to prioritize effectively.
- Mitigate roadblocks to achieving sprint/release goals.
- Ability to effectively manage changing and conflicting needs of stakeholders.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Preferred Skills & Experience: - Experience in Healthcare.
- Healthcare and EPIC API expertise.
Required Education: - Bachelor's Degree (business, Computer Science, engineering, technology, health care) AND 3+ years of relevant technical experience
OR - 7+ years of relevant technical experience.
Required Certifications & Licensure: - Certification in Scrum Product Owner within 1 year
If you have the qualifications described and are interested in this exciting opportunity, apply today! Ranked a Top Staffing Firm in the U.S. by Staffing Industry Analysts for six consecutive years, Genesis10 puts thousands of consultants and employees to work across the United States every year in contract, contract-for-hire, and permanent placement roles. With more than 300 active clients, Genesis10 provides access to many of the Fortune 100 firms and a variety of mid-market organizations across the full spectrum of industry verticals.
For contract roles, Genesis10 offers the benefits listed below. If this is a permanent placement opportunity, our recruiter can discuss the unique benefits offered by that particular client with you.
Benefits of Working with Genesis10: - Access to hundreds of clients, most of whom have been working with Genesis10 for 5-20+ years.
- The opportunity to have a career with Genesis10; many of our consultants have been working exclusively with Genesis10 for years.
- Access to an experienced, caring recruiting team (more than 7 years of experience, on average).
- Behavioral Health Platform
- Medical, Dental, Vision
- Health Savings Account
- Voluntary Hospital Indemnity (Critical Illness & Accident)
- Voluntary Term Life Insurance
- 401K
- Sick Pay (for applicable states/municipalities)
- Commuter Benefits (Dallas, NYC, SF)
- Remote opportunities available
For multiple years, Genesis10 has been recognized as a top staffing firm in the U.S., as well as a best company for work-life balance, career growth, diversity, and leadership, among other distinctions. To learn more or explore our available career opportunities, please visit us at .
Genesis10 is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Candidates will receive consideration without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
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