Product Owner | Insurance Digital Transformation| Hybrid| Chicago, IL

Chicago, IllinoisHybridFull Time$100k - $130kProduct Owner Location: Hybrid (Onsite for the first 90 days, then in-office Tuesday through Thursday) Job Type: Full-Time. An established and growing insurance technology organization is seeking a Product Owner to join its expanding team. This company delivers innovative insurance and risk management solutions across multiple states and is investing heavily in modernizing its products, processes, and customer experience. The ideal candidate will leverage Agile methodologies, backlog management tools, and stakeholder collaboration techniques to drive successful product outcomes. This is an opportunity to play a key role in shaping product strategy while acting as the bridge between business stakeholders and technical teams. The organization is looking for a Product Owner who thrives on gathering requirements, prioritizing business needs, and guiding development teams toward delivering high-impact solutions. With continued expansion plans and a collaborative culture, this position offers strong career growth, visibility with leadership, and the ability to directly influence product direction. Required Skills & Experience • 3+ years of Product Owner or Product Management experience • Strong background within the insurance industry • Experience gathering and documenting business requirements • Expertise managing and prioritizing Agile product backlogs • Experience leading sprint planning, refinement, and review sessions • Exceptional communication and stakeholder management skills • Ability to translate business objectives into actionable user stories • Experience working closely with software development teams Desired Skills & Experience • Certifications such as CSPO, PSPO, or related Agile credentials • Experience supporting digital transformation initiatives • Familiarity with insurance policy administration platforms • Exposure to data analytics and product performance metrics • Experience working within fast-growing organizations What You Will Be Doing Tech Breakdown • 40% Agile Product Ownership & Backlog Management • 35% Requirements Gathering & Stakeholder Collaboration • 25% Sprint Planning, Product Delivery & Team Support Daily Responsibilities • 60% Product Ownership & Business Analysis • 15% Strategic Planning & Prioritization • 25% Cross-Functional Team Collaboration The Offer • Bonus eligible You Will Receive the Following Benefits • Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance • Generous Paid Time Off • 401(k) with company contribution • Professional development opportunities • Career advancement pathways • Employee wellness programs Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis now and in the future.