Product Owner

Posted 2 days ago. Be among the first 25 applicants. This range is provided by Apex Systems. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more. Base pay range $65.00/hr - $80.00/hr Job Information Job #: 3009876 Job Title: Sr. Product Manager Location: 4910 Tiedeman Rd, Brooklyn, OH 44144 Start date: 01-05-2026 – End date: 01-01-2027 City and state should be mentioned on top of the resume to ensure they are within a 35‑mile footprint. Responsibilities Backlog & Requirements Leadership Own the product backlog for Transmission Utility; ensure epics, features, and PBIs are clearly written, prioritized, and aligned with business goals. Write high‑quality user stories with acceptance criteria that meet Definition of Ready (DOR). Break down complex business and technical needs into actionable requirements. Conduct backlog refinement sessions with engineering, QA, architecture, and stakeholders. Partner with BA, Tech Leads, and architects to define requirements for integrations with Deluxe and other internal systems. Partner & Stakeholder Alignment Work closely with the Line of Business, UI/UX team, and vendors to ensure requirements accurately reflect needs and constraints. Translate business needs into clear deliverables for the engineering squad. Provide updates, demos, and insights to executives and cross‑functional stakeholders. Agile Delivery & Process Discipline Serve as the primary liaison for the squad, ensuring delivery teams have clarity each sprint. Ensure adherence to Agile and release processes, including intake, refinement, sprint planning, and definition of done. Quickly identify risks or blockers, escalating appropriately. Work in alignment with Release Management to support deployments, warranty windows, and production readiness. Quality, Controls, and Continuous Improvement Ensure user stories and requirements support accurate QA test cases and traceability. Monitor delivery metrics and collaborate with engineering to improve throughput. Promote strong controls around requirements, release protocols, and governance. Preferred Qualifications Experience supporting system migration, fintech, banking, payments, or data‑heavy application work. Experience with Lockbox, Remote Capture, or payments transmission systems. Experience working with offshore teams. Required Qualifications 5–7 years of experience as a Product Owner, Product Manager, or senior Business Analyst with direct responsibility for writing requirements. Demonstrated ability to write high‑quality user stories, acceptance criteria, and process flows. Strong understanding of Agile frameworks (Scrum, SAFe, Kanban). Strong communication skills—able to translate between business and technology. Experience partnering with cross‑functional teams and vendors. Product Owner certification (CSPO, PSPO, PMPO, or equivalent). Benefits Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans. Other benefits include an ESPP, a 401K program, an HSA, and SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program, among others. Apex also provides professional development through an on‑demand training program, access to certification prep, and a library of technical and leadership courses. Employment Type Full‑time Seniority Level Mid‑Senior level Job Function Product Management and Marketing EEO Statement Apex Systems is 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. Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law. #J-18808-Ljbffr