Product Owner II

$70,000 - $85,000 + VIP Bonus The insurance industry runs on Vertafore. We equip agencies, MGAs, and carriers with the core digital systems, specialized AI, and data-driven foundation to eliminate distribution drag across the insurance lifecycle, spanning sales, servicing, and back-office operations. Underpinned by unmatched speed and performance power, we are the trusted backbone that's taking the insurance industry from friction to flow with Distribution Velocity - speed, performance, and trust - to drive growth at scale. With over 95% of the top agencies and insurers and 50% of industry compliance transactions running through Vertafore, we lead at the intersection of innovation and trust, giving insurance professionals the confidence to transform and win in the AI era. Our reach is global, with headquarters in Denver, Colorado, and offices across the U.S., Canada, and India.

JOB SUMMARY

The Product Owner II translates business needs into actionable user stories that enable development teams to deliver customer-focused solutions. This role manages and prioritizes the product backlog, collaborates with cross-functional stakeholders, and works closely with Product Managers and development teams to support successful product delivery aligned with product strategy and business objectives. Core Duties and Responsibilities: Translate business problems and requirements into prioritized user stories for development teams. Facilitate cross-functional discussions to define and document user stories with the appropriate level of detail. Prioritize and sequence development work to align with product strategy, project goals, and delivery timelines. Partner with Quality Assurance to define and validate acceptance criteria. Research and respond to questions from Product Design, Development, and Quality Assurance teams. Collaborate directly with customers and conduct market research to clarify requirements and validate proposed solutions, as needed. Refine user stories to ensure development teams have the information needed for implementation. Partner with Product Management, Development, and User Experience teams to support scope definition and feature delivery. Other duties as assigned. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Strong understanding of Agile software development principles and practices. Ability to translate business objectives into clear, actionable product requirements. Effective prioritization and organizational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to collaborate across technical and business teams. Ability to build productive relationships with internal and external stakeholders. Sound judgment and decision-making skills when evaluating product priorities and solutions. Customer-focused approach to gathering requirements and delivering business value. Qualifications: 2-4 years of professional experience supporting B2B SaaS products preferred. Previous experience serving as a Product Owner within a B2B SaaS environment. Background working as part of an Agile software development team. Demonstrated success collaborating within a cross-functional organization. Proven ability to support customer needs and communicate effectively with customers and stakeholders. Additional Requirements and Details: Travel required up to 10% of the time. Located and working from an office location. Occasional lifting and/or moving up to 10 pounds. Frequent repetitive hand and arm movements required to operate a computer. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision (working on a computer, etc.). Frequent sitting and/or standing. Skills & Requirements Is this role not an exact fit for you? Keep an eye on our Careers Page for other positions! Vertafore is a drug free workplace and conducts preemployment drug and background screenings. The selected candidate must be legally authorized to work in the United States. The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all the job responsibilities, duties, skill, or working conditions. In addition, this document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an "at will" relationship. Vertafore strongly supports equal employment opportunity for all applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, age, marital status, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by state or federal law. We do not accept resumes from agencies, headhunters, or other suppliers who have not signed a formal agreement with us. Qualifications Why Vertafore is the place for you: *Canada Only The opportunity to work in a space where modern technology meets a stable and vital industry Medical, vision & dental plans Life, AD&D Short Term and Long Term Disability Pension Plan & Employer Match Maternity, Paternity and Parental Leave Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP) Education Assistance Additional programs - Employee Referral and Internal Recognition Why Vertafore is the place for you: *US Only The opportunity to work in a space where modern technology meets a stable and vital industry We have a Flexible First work environment! Our North America team members use our offices for collaboration, community and team-building, with members asked to sometimes come into an office and/or travel depending on job responsibilities. Other times, our teams work from home or a similar environment. Medical, vision & dental plans PPO & high-deductible options Health Savings Account & Flexible Spending Accounts Options: Health Care FSA Dental & Vision FSA Dependent Care FSA Commuter FSA Life, AD&D (Basic & Supplemental), and Disability 401(k) Retirement Savings Plain & Employer Match Supplemental Plans - Pet insurance, Hospital Indemnity, and Accident Insurance Parental Leave & Adoption Assistance Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Education & Legal Assistance Additional programs - Tuition Reimbursement, Employee Referral, Internal Recognition, and Wellness Commuter Benefits (Denver) The selected candidate must be legally authorized to work in the United States. The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all the job responsibilities, duties, skill, or working conditions. In addition, this document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an "at will" relationship. Vertafore strongly supports equal employment opportunity for all applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, age, marital status, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by state or federal law. The Professional Services (PS) and Customer Success (CX) bonus plans are a quarterly monetary bonus plan based upon individual and practice performance against specific business metrics. Eligibility is determined by several factors including: start date, good standing in the company, and actives status at time of payout. The Vertafore Incentive Plan (VIP) is an annual monetary bonus for eligible employees based on both individual and company performance. 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