Product Owner (Remote)

A top government integrator is seeking multiple Product Owners to support a large health program in Rockville, MD remotely. About the Opportunity: Assignment Length: Ongoing Schedule: Monday to Friday Hours: Standard business (EST) Setting: Remote U.S. Citizenship required (must pass federal background investigation for a Public Trust) Active Public Trust Clearance or ability to obtain a Public Trust Clearance Responsibilities: Lead the product-release plans and set expectations for delivery of new functionalities Develop and communicate a clear product vision and strategy aligned with company objectives Ensure that the team and stakeholders have a shared understanding of the product goals Create, prioritize, and maintain the product backlog, ensuring it is aligned with the product strategy and goals Clearly define user stories and acceptance criteria Act as the primary point of contact for stakeholders, gathering and clarifying requirements and feedback Manage expectations and ensure stakeholder alignment with product goals and priorities Work closely with the development team to ensure clear understanding of requirements and priorities Participate in Scrum ceremonies, including sprint planning, review, and retrospective meetings Make critical decisions regarding product scope, feature prioritization, and trade-offs based on business value Balance short-term and long-term objectives in decision-making Conduct market and competitor analysis to inform product strategy and identify opportunities Perform other duties, as needed Qualifications: 8 years of experience with large-scale projects/ program(s) 5 years of experience working in an Agile role and environment Agile certifications Scrum Master (CSM, ACSM, CSP-SM) Bachelor's Degree Broad IT experience and deep understanding of IT Management and Engineering Management processes, Business Acumen, and Project Management In-depth knowledge of Agile Methodology for Project Management Experience with Standard System Engineering lifecycle concepts, Architectural frameworks, and artifacts to produce working solutions. Solid problem solving and time management skills Great interpersonal skills Excellent communication skills (written and verbal) Strong attention to detail Highly organized Desired Skills: Experience within Federal Government, such as DHS, FDA, NIH, or HHS Certifications in Product Owner (CSPO, ACSPO, CSP-PO), Developer (CSD, CSD-P, ACSD); ACS-CF, CAL1, CAS-S1 Certifications and experience with CMMI level certifications Proficiency with applicable project management tools and technology Familiar with Microsoft-aligned products like Power Platform, M365/MS Teams, and AVD Expertise in Atlassian suite products, including Azure, JAMF, Okta, etc.