Vertafore
Product Owner II
Vertafore, East Lansing, Michigan, United States, 48823
Vertafore is looking for talented people to join our team in Michigan. Our dynamic environment provides professional development, fast upward mobility, and exposure to the latest and greatest in technology.
Vertafore is a leading technology company whose innovative software solution are advancing the insurance industry. Our suite of products provides solutions to our customers that help them better manage their business, boost their productivity and efficiencies, and lower costs while strengthening relationships. Our mission is to move InsurTech forward by putting people at the heart of the industry. We are leading the way with product innovation, technology partnerships, and focusing on customer success. Our fast-paced and collaborative environment inspires us to create, think, and challenge each other in ways that make our solutions and our teams better.
We are headquartered in Denver, Colorado, with offices across the U.S., including East Lansing, Michigan - we are minutes from Michigan State University, Lansing Community College, and Cooley Law School!
Vertafore is a Flexible First working environment which allows team members to work from home as often as you'd like, while using our offices as a place for collaboration, community, and teambuilding. There are times you may be asked to come into an office and/or travel for specific meetings for a specific business purpose and this varies by job responsibilities.
JOB DESCRIPTION
A product owner II's main objective is to translate business problems and requirements into user stories that enable a development team to create the best solution to solve customer problems. A product owner II at Vertafore owns their backlog and prioritizes it to align with product strategy, business goals, and achieve project goals and objectives. The product owner II will provide clarity in complex projects, collaborating with internal, and at-times external stakeholders.
You will work closely with Product Managers to understand roadmap goals/strategy and distill high-level requirements user stories that enable development teams to understand what problems need to be solved to create the best solution. As a Product Owner II you will also prioritize the development backlog and work with Product Managers to plan and sequence the work appropriately. As features or user stories are delivered you'll work closely with QA to ensure the problems are solved and requirements are met
Our culture fosters collaboration, innovation, integrity, mentorship, commitment to success and FUN. Our managers are dedicated to growing their people and offering an opportunity that allows you to make an impact in your career.
Core Responsibilities:
Essential job functions included but are not limited to the following:•Translate business problems and requirements into prioritized backlog of user stories for the development teams to implement•Facilitate and lead cross-functional teams, primarily internal and, at times external, to get the clarity needed to document user stories to appropriate level of detail•Translate project goals/objectives/strategy to actionable work, prioritizing and sequencing the development work to achieve project goals and timelines•Partner with QA to define acceptance criteria and verify acceptance criteria are met•Research and respond to questions from designers, developers, and QA•When needed, work directly with customers, and conduct market research to clarify requirements and ensure solution will deliver value to end users•Clarify user stories to the appropriate level of detail where needed•Collaborate with product management, development, and user experience design staff to lead on time, successful scope definition and feature deployment
Core Requirements :•2-4 years' professional experience, preferably working with B2B SaaS software•Previous experience as a product owner for a B2B SaaS software company•Real world experience working as part of an Agile software development team•Experience working within a cross functional organization and understanding the needs of multiple teams•Experience supporting customer needs and communicating•Experience communicating effectively with multiple parties, including customers•Demonstrated ability to exercise judgment within generally defined practices and select methods to obtain solutions
Additional Requirements and Details:
Travel required up to 10% of the timeLocated and working from an office location when requiredAbility to work remote with a stable internet connection on an as needed basisOccasional 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.#LI-Hybrid$70,000 - 80,000 / yearSkills & Requirements Qualifications Vertafore is a Flexible First working environment which allows team members to work from home as often as you'd like, while using our offices as a place for collaboration, community, and teambuilding. There are times you may be asked to come into an office and/or travel for specific meetings for a specific business purpose and this varies by job responsibilities.
Why Vertafore is the place for you:
*Canada Only
The opportunity to work in a space where modern technology meets a stable and vital industryMedical, vision & dental plansLife, AD&DShort Term and Long Term DisabilityPension Plan & Employer MatchMaternity, Paternity and Parental LeaveEmployee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP)Education AssistanceAdditional programs - Employee Referral and Internal RecognitionWhy Vertafore is the place for you:
*US Only
The opportunity to work in a space where modern technology meets a stable and vital industryVertafore is a Flexible First working environment which allows team members to work from home as often as you'd like, while using our offices as a place for collaboration, community, and teambuilding. There are times you may be asked to come into an office and/or travel for specific meetings for a specific business purpose and this varies by job responsibilities.Medical, vision & dental plans
PPO & high-deductible options
Health Savings Account & Flexible Spending Accounts Options:
Health Care FSADental & Vision FSADependent Care FSACommuter FSA
Life, AD&D (Basic & Supplemental), and Disability401(k) Retirement Savings Plain & Employer MatchSupplemental Plans - Pet insurance, Hospital Indemnity, and Accident InsuranceParental Leave & Adoption AssistanceEmployee Assistance Program (EAP)Education & Legal AssistanceAdditional programs - Tuition Reimbursement, Employee Referral, Internal Recognition, and WellnessCommuter 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. Eligibility is determined by several factors including: start date, good standing in the company, and actives status at time of payout.
Commission plans
are tailored to each sales role but common components include quota, MBO's and ABPMs. Salespeople receive their formal compensation plan within 30 days of hire.
Vertafore is a drug free workplace and conducts preemployment drug and background screenings.
We do not accept resumes from agencies, headhunters or other suppliers who have not signed a formal agreement with us.
We want to make sure our recruiting process is accessible for everyone. if you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact
Just a note, this contact information is for accommodation requests only.
Vertafore is a leading technology company whose innovative software solution are advancing the insurance industry. Our suite of products provides solutions to our customers that help them better manage their business, boost their productivity and efficiencies, and lower costs while strengthening relationships. Our mission is to move InsurTech forward by putting people at the heart of the industry. We are leading the way with product innovation, technology partnerships, and focusing on customer success. Our fast-paced and collaborative environment inspires us to create, think, and challenge each other in ways that make our solutions and our teams better.
We are headquartered in Denver, Colorado, with offices across the U.S., including East Lansing, Michigan - we are minutes from Michigan State University, Lansing Community College, and Cooley Law School!
Vertafore is a Flexible First working environment which allows team members to work from home as often as you'd like, while using our offices as a place for collaboration, community, and teambuilding. There are times you may be asked to come into an office and/or travel for specific meetings for a specific business purpose and this varies by job responsibilities.
JOB DESCRIPTION
A product owner II's main objective is to translate business problems and requirements into user stories that enable a development team to create the best solution to solve customer problems. A product owner II at Vertafore owns their backlog and prioritizes it to align with product strategy, business goals, and achieve project goals and objectives. The product owner II will provide clarity in complex projects, collaborating with internal, and at-times external stakeholders.
You will work closely with Product Managers to understand roadmap goals/strategy and distill high-level requirements user stories that enable development teams to understand what problems need to be solved to create the best solution. As a Product Owner II you will also prioritize the development backlog and work with Product Managers to plan and sequence the work appropriately. As features or user stories are delivered you'll work closely with QA to ensure the problems are solved and requirements are met
Our culture fosters collaboration, innovation, integrity, mentorship, commitment to success and FUN. Our managers are dedicated to growing their people and offering an opportunity that allows you to make an impact in your career.
Core Responsibilities:
Essential job functions included but are not limited to the following:•Translate business problems and requirements into prioritized backlog of user stories for the development teams to implement•Facilitate and lead cross-functional teams, primarily internal and, at times external, to get the clarity needed to document user stories to appropriate level of detail•Translate project goals/objectives/strategy to actionable work, prioritizing and sequencing the development work to achieve project goals and timelines•Partner with QA to define acceptance criteria and verify acceptance criteria are met•Research and respond to questions from designers, developers, and QA•When needed, work directly with customers, and conduct market research to clarify requirements and ensure solution will deliver value to end users•Clarify user stories to the appropriate level of detail where needed•Collaborate with product management, development, and user experience design staff to lead on time, successful scope definition and feature deployment
Core Requirements :•2-4 years' professional experience, preferably working with B2B SaaS software•Previous experience as a product owner for a B2B SaaS software company•Real world experience working as part of an Agile software development team•Experience working within a cross functional organization and understanding the needs of multiple teams•Experience supporting customer needs and communicating•Experience communicating effectively with multiple parties, including customers•Demonstrated ability to exercise judgment within generally defined practices and select methods to obtain solutions
Additional Requirements and Details:
Travel required up to 10% of the timeLocated and working from an office location when requiredAbility to work remote with a stable internet connection on an as needed basisOccasional 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.#LI-Hybrid$70,000 - 80,000 / yearSkills & Requirements Qualifications Vertafore is a Flexible First working environment which allows team members to work from home as often as you'd like, while using our offices as a place for collaboration, community, and teambuilding. There are times you may be asked to come into an office and/or travel for specific meetings for a specific business purpose and this varies by job responsibilities.
Why Vertafore is the place for you:
*Canada Only
The opportunity to work in a space where modern technology meets a stable and vital industryMedical, vision & dental plansLife, AD&DShort Term and Long Term DisabilityPension Plan & Employer MatchMaternity, Paternity and Parental LeaveEmployee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP)Education AssistanceAdditional programs - Employee Referral and Internal RecognitionWhy Vertafore is the place for you:
*US Only
The opportunity to work in a space where modern technology meets a stable and vital industryVertafore is a Flexible First working environment which allows team members to work from home as often as you'd like, while using our offices as a place for collaboration, community, and teambuilding. There are times you may be asked to come into an office and/or travel for specific meetings for a specific business purpose and this varies by job responsibilities.Medical, vision & dental plans
PPO & high-deductible options
Health Savings Account & Flexible Spending Accounts Options:
Health Care FSADental & Vision FSADependent Care FSACommuter FSA
Life, AD&D (Basic & Supplemental), and Disability401(k) Retirement Savings Plain & Employer MatchSupplemental Plans - Pet insurance, Hospital Indemnity, and Accident InsuranceParental Leave & Adoption AssistanceEmployee Assistance Program (EAP)Education & Legal AssistanceAdditional programs - Tuition Reimbursement, Employee Referral, Internal Recognition, and WellnessCommuter 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. Eligibility is determined by several factors including: start date, good standing in the company, and actives status at time of payout.
Commission plans
are tailored to each sales role but common components include quota, MBO's and ABPMs. Salespeople receive their formal compensation plan within 30 days of hire.
Vertafore is a drug free workplace and conducts preemployment drug and background screenings.
We do not accept resumes from agencies, headhunters or other suppliers who have not signed a formal agreement with us.
We want to make sure our recruiting process is accessible for everyone. if you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact
Just a note, this contact information is for accommodation requests only.