Agile Product Owner

Agile Product Owner

Location: San Antonio, TX or Plano, TX (Onsite from day one, Remote NOT allowed)

Duration: 6+ Month

Seeking an experienced Agile Product Owner with strong expertise in the Banking and Financial Services domain, ideally with exposure to AML, Fraud, Investment management / Capital Markets. The ideal candidate brings hands-on experience in Agile/SAFe Agile environments, serves as the voice of the business, and partners closely with cross functional Agile teams to deliver high impact features and capabilities.

Product Ownership & Business Analysis

Serve as the Product Owner for Banking / Investment / Capital market initiatives, owning the product backlog and ensuring clarity, prioritization, and alignment with business objectives. Translate complex business requirements into clear, actionable user stories and acceptance criteria for the Agile teams. Collaborate with business stakeholders to define product vision, roadmap, and feature prioritization. Act as SME for Banking processes, regulatory changes, and customer-impacting requirements.

Agile Delivery & Execution

Work closely with Scrum Masters, Developers, QA engineers, and Architects to drive high-quality feature delivery. Facilitate backlog refinement, sprint planning, and support Agile ceremonies as needed. Ensure timely implementation of features and drive continuous improvement across product teams. Provide direction on business rule configuration, validation, and end-to-end testing.

AML, Fraud, & Data Expertise

Apply knowledge of AML concepts, risk typologies, regulatory expectations, and detection workflows. Support AML solution development, enhancement, and compliance-driven changes. Understand transaction flows (ACH, Wires, money transfers, Deposits, Cards, etc.) and their relevance to fraud/AML systems. Conduct data mapping, ruleset development, impact assessments, and validation checks. Perform ad hoc analysis, reporting, and data quality reviews to support decision-making.

Stakeholder Management & Communication

Partner directly with business teams, compliance, operations, and technology stakeholders. Communicate effectively and confidently with senior leaders and cross functional partners. Present insights, recommendations, and progress updates clearly and professionally.

Experience Requirements

8+ years of experience in Product Ownership, Business Analysis, or related roles. Strong domain knowledge in Banking/Financial Services, preferably retail / consumer banking or Capital Markets Hands on experience working as a Product Owner in Agile or SAFe Agile environments. Strong understanding of business processes, regulatory requirements, and operational workflows. Experience with Jira, backlog management, and agile delivery practices. Ability to analyze, interpret, and document business requirements with clarity and precision. Experience with business rule configuration, UAT, and validation activities. Excellent problem-solving, critical thinking, and analytical skills. Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment. Strong communication, presentation, and stakeholder management skills. Highly organized, detail oriented, and proactive. Ability to lead complex initiatives and deliver creative, business focused solutions

Diverse Lynx LLC is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive due consideration for employment without any discrimination. All applicants will be evaluated solely on the basis of their ability, competence and their proven capability to perform the functions outlined in the corresponding role. We promote and support a diverse workforce across all levels in the company.