ApTask
Product Owner
ApTask, Pasco, Washington, us, 99302
About Client:The client provides information technology (IT) services, including business outsourcing, infrastructure technology, and application services. The application service offered by the company includes application development, maintenance, and support. The markets served by the company are financial services and insurance, healthcare, manufacturing, government, transportation, communications, and consumer and retail industries.
Salary Range: $130K-$140K/Annum
Job Description:Defines and communicates the minimum viable product (MVP) for a given application / product and the supporting release plans.Collaborates with Product Managers and technology stakeholders (e.g., Systems Architects) to define new and or enhanced product requirements and functionality.Collaborates with Product Managers to support the prioritization of feature enablers defined by architects within the product roadmap.Works continuously daily with teams to provide answers, feedback, and direction on work items, enablers, user stories.Consults Product Managers for guidance and clarity on the product vision, roadmap, requirements.Collaborates with Scrum Masters to ensure the work managed by teams achieves the highest value relative to needs priority of the business.Collaborates with Scrum Masters and teams to define the sprint plan based on the priority outlined within the overall product vision and roadmap.Prioritizes the sprint backlog (as part of the sprint planning ceremony) based on the sequencing and ranking of features defined in the product roadmap.Refines product requirements based on the input obtained through sprint showcases and demos.Creates and authors user stories with detailed acceptance criteria written in the customers' voice.Collaborates with the team to prepare the estimates for the user stories within the product backlog.Conducts the formal review and acceptance of user stories implemented by a team within a sprint.Drives the execution of user acceptance testing (UAT) activities with support from business and technology team members.Supports and participates in program level ceremonies including product increment (PI) planning sessions with input and consultation from the Product Manager.Performs functional reviews as part of sprint demos and showcases along with the Product Manager and Delivery Manager.Supports the business strategy by forming a backlog of features and user stories for use by the delivery team.Articulates requirements for each user story with detailed acceptance criteria.Uses data and insights from multiple sources that benefits the business and our members.Aligns with product managers to clearly articulate product strategy to the delivery team.Delivers new experiences by working directly with delivery, experience design, business, and operations partners to design new product features and improvements to existing capabilities.Updates leadership on the epic and feature delivery schedule, including dependencies impacting deliverables, along with recommended solutions.Pursues incremental delivery by looking for ways to meet business goals and end users through frequent, measurable enhancements.Partners with solution architects and other technical leads to ensure the technical designs and solution solutions effectively meet the goals of enthralling member experience.Works collaboratively and uses best practices with the delivery team to support backlog refinement, sprint planning, and long-term release planning. Monitors and improves product health.Ensures completed stories meet acceptance criteria by reviewing test plans, the output of automated testing or, where necessary, contributing to manual testing efforts. Prioritizes and collaborates in resolution of issues and defects.Seeks and improves processes across the entire product team.Seeks and improves processes across the delivery team by using retrospectives to inspect and adapt.Communicates with team members, stakeholders, and all levels of management.Works with stakeholders to identify solutions that support their business requirements.Note:
Technical capability over Mobile tech / App implementation.Exposure to Retail Domain
About ApTask:ApTask is a leading global provider of workforce solutions and talent acquisition services, dedicated to shaping the future of work. As an African American-owned and Veteran-certified company, ApTask offers a comprehensive suite of services, including staffing and recruitment solutions, managed services, IT consulting, and project management. With a focus on excellence, collaboration, and innovation, ApTask provides unparalleled opportunities for professional growth and development. As a member of the ApTask team, you will have the chance to connect businesses with top-tier professionals, optimize workforce performance, and drive success across diverse industries. Join us at ApTask and be part of our mission to empower organizations to thrive while fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment.
Applicants may be required to attend interviews in person or by video conference. In addition, candidates may be required to present their current state or government issued ID during each interview.
Candidate Data Collection Disclaimer:At ApTask, we prioritize safeguarding your privacy. As part of our recruitment process, certain Personally Identifiable Information (PII) may be requested by our clients for verification and application purposes. Rest assured, we strictly adhere to confidentiality standards and comply with all relevant data protection laws. Please note that we only collect the necessary information as specified by each client and do not request sensitive details during the initial stages of recruitment.
If you have any concerns or queries about your personal information, please feel free to contact our compliance team at businessexcellence@aptask.com.
Salary Range: $130K-$140K/Annum
Job Description:Defines and communicates the minimum viable product (MVP) for a given application / product and the supporting release plans.Collaborates with Product Managers and technology stakeholders (e.g., Systems Architects) to define new and or enhanced product requirements and functionality.Collaborates with Product Managers to support the prioritization of feature enablers defined by architects within the product roadmap.Works continuously daily with teams to provide answers, feedback, and direction on work items, enablers, user stories.Consults Product Managers for guidance and clarity on the product vision, roadmap, requirements.Collaborates with Scrum Masters to ensure the work managed by teams achieves the highest value relative to needs priority of the business.Collaborates with Scrum Masters and teams to define the sprint plan based on the priority outlined within the overall product vision and roadmap.Prioritizes the sprint backlog (as part of the sprint planning ceremony) based on the sequencing and ranking of features defined in the product roadmap.Refines product requirements based on the input obtained through sprint showcases and demos.Creates and authors user stories with detailed acceptance criteria written in the customers' voice.Collaborates with the team to prepare the estimates for the user stories within the product backlog.Conducts the formal review and acceptance of user stories implemented by a team within a sprint.Drives the execution of user acceptance testing (UAT) activities with support from business and technology team members.Supports and participates in program level ceremonies including product increment (PI) planning sessions with input and consultation from the Product Manager.Performs functional reviews as part of sprint demos and showcases along with the Product Manager and Delivery Manager.Supports the business strategy by forming a backlog of features and user stories for use by the delivery team.Articulates requirements for each user story with detailed acceptance criteria.Uses data and insights from multiple sources that benefits the business and our members.Aligns with product managers to clearly articulate product strategy to the delivery team.Delivers new experiences by working directly with delivery, experience design, business, and operations partners to design new product features and improvements to existing capabilities.Updates leadership on the epic and feature delivery schedule, including dependencies impacting deliverables, along with recommended solutions.Pursues incremental delivery by looking for ways to meet business goals and end users through frequent, measurable enhancements.Partners with solution architects and other technical leads to ensure the technical designs and solution solutions effectively meet the goals of enthralling member experience.Works collaboratively and uses best practices with the delivery team to support backlog refinement, sprint planning, and long-term release planning. Monitors and improves product health.Ensures completed stories meet acceptance criteria by reviewing test plans, the output of automated testing or, where necessary, contributing to manual testing efforts. Prioritizes and collaborates in resolution of issues and defects.Seeks and improves processes across the entire product team.Seeks and improves processes across the delivery team by using retrospectives to inspect and adapt.Communicates with team members, stakeholders, and all levels of management.Works with stakeholders to identify solutions that support their business requirements.Note:
Technical capability over Mobile tech / App implementation.Exposure to Retail Domain
About ApTask:ApTask is a leading global provider of workforce solutions and talent acquisition services, dedicated to shaping the future of work. As an African American-owned and Veteran-certified company, ApTask offers a comprehensive suite of services, including staffing and recruitment solutions, managed services, IT consulting, and project management. With a focus on excellence, collaboration, and innovation, ApTask provides unparalleled opportunities for professional growth and development. As a member of the ApTask team, you will have the chance to connect businesses with top-tier professionals, optimize workforce performance, and drive success across diverse industries. Join us at ApTask and be part of our mission to empower organizations to thrive while fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment.
Applicants may be required to attend interviews in person or by video conference. In addition, candidates may be required to present their current state or government issued ID during each interview.
Candidate Data Collection Disclaimer:At ApTask, we prioritize safeguarding your privacy. As part of our recruitment process, certain Personally Identifiable Information (PII) may be requested by our clients for verification and application purposes. Rest assured, we strictly adhere to confidentiality standards and comply with all relevant data protection laws. Please note that we only collect the necessary information as specified by each client and do not request sensitive details during the initial stages of recruitment.
If you have any concerns or queries about your personal information, please feel free to contact our compliance team at businessexcellence@aptask.com.