Truly Free, Inc.

Position Title: Senior Product Owner
Department: Product Development
Supervisor: Chief Technology Office
Location: Remote - Ideal candidate will be on Eastern Time, but will consider Central Time

Salary: $100,000 - 150,000

• Customer Obsessed: You prioritize understanding and fulfilling customer needs in every product decision.

• Agile Leader: You have extensive experience with Scrum methodologies and excel in leading Agile teams.

• Results-Driven: You focus on delivering impactful outcomes, utilizing data to guide product strategies.

• Collaborative Innovator: You thrive in cross-functional environments, fostering alignment and collaboration across teams.

• Strategic Thinker: You can see the big picture while also managing detailed product roadmaps and backlogs.

• Mentor: You enjoy guiding and developing team members, sharing your knowledge of Agile best practices.

• Analytical Problem Solver: You leverage data to inform product enhancements and strategic decisions.

• Market Savvy: You keep up-to-date with industry trends and competitor offerings to inform product direction.

• Detail-Oriented: You ensure high-quality deliverables with a strong attention to detail.

Role Overview

As a Senior Product Owner, you will lead the development and delivery of our products using advanced Scrum practices. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to ensure that product vision aligns with customer needs and strategic business objectives. This role is crucial for driving product success and mentoring other team members in Agile methodologies.

Major Duties and Responsibilities

Product Vision and Strategy

• Vision Development: Define and communicate a compelling product vision that aligns with both customer needs and business goals.

• Roadmap Management: Create and maintain a strategic product roadmap that reflects key initiatives and priorities.

Backlog Management

• User Stories: Write comprehensive user stories and acceptance criteria that clearly articulate customer requirements and expectations.

• Prioritization: Continuously prioritize the product backlog based on user feedback, market research, and business impact.

Scrum Team Leadership

• Scrum Facilitation: Act as the primary point of contact for the Scrum team, leading Scrum ceremonies and fostering a collaborative environment.

• Stakeholder Engagement: Communicate product plans, progress, and insights to stakeholders, ensuring alignment and transparency.

Market Research and Analysis

• Competitor Analysis: Conduct thorough market research to identify trends, opportunities, and competitive threats that could impact product strategy.

• Customer Insights: Gather and analyze customer feedback to inform product improvements and new feature development.

Performance Monitoring

• Metrics Tracking: Define and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) to assess product performance and impact.

• Continuous Improvement: Use data and insights to iterate on product offerings and drive ongoing enhancements.

Mentorship and Training

• Team Development: Mentor and guide junior team members on Agile practices and product ownership best practices.

• Knowledge Sharing: Foster a culture of continuous learning within the team through workshops and knowledge-sharing sessions.

Qualifications

• Skills: Strong analytical, communication, and organizational skills; extensive experience in Agile product management and Scrum practices.

• Experience: Minimum of 7 years in product ownership or management, with at least 3 years in a senior or leadership role within an Agile environment.

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, Computer Science, or a related field; relevant certifications (e.g., Certified Scrum Product Owner, Agile Certified Product Manager) preferred.

• Knowledge: Deep familiarity with Agile tools and methodologies (e.g., Jira, Confluence).

Work Environment

• Setting: Remote work with occasional travel for team meetings or industry events.

• Interactions: Regular collaboration with product teams, stakeholders, and external partners to drive product initiatives.