The TCW Group
Data Product Owner
The TCW Group, Los Angeles, California, United States, 90079
Data Product Owner
Job Location(s)
US-CA-Los Angeles | US-NY-New York
Job ID
2024-1920
Category
Information Technology
Department
Engineering Solutions
Type
Regular Full-Time
Position Summary
TCW is embarking on an exciting, multi-year technology modernization initiative. We are seeking a talented Data Product Owner to play a pivotal role in this transformation. The ideal candidate will be a highly skilled and technically proficient individual who can join our dynamic team and drive cutting-edge data and technology solutions that address real business needs. If you have a strong data product background and experience in providing end-to-end data lifecycle solutions using tools like Snowflake, dbt, Airflow, and BlackRock Aladdin, you could be the key player we need to plan business deliverables and help development teams execute efficiently and effectively.Essential Duties
Champion the voice of other departments by understanding investment business needs and translating them into business and technical requirements for data delivery
Conduct requirements gathering and solution design in collaboration with business partners to define future products and roadmapsClearly articulate data vision and strategy, ensuring alignment with business goals and prioritiesPerform data-driven analysis and develop recommendations to guide decision-makingBuild strong relationships with investment teams, operations personnel, client services, information technology, and other teams across the organizationServe as a key member of the scrum team, ensuring development processes align with the product roadmap and maintaining data accuracy and qualityEffectively manage the Product Backlog to maximize delivered value, including developing and communicating sprint goals and priorities, creating product backlog items, and ensuring transparency and understandingRequired Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in computer science, statistics, engineering, or a related field; advanced degree is a plusMinimum of 5 years of experience as a Data Product Owner or similar roleExperience in the asset management industry, focusing on trading, portfolio management, analytics, and data managementFamiliarity with investment platforms and asset management principles across various asset classesProven experience in an agile/scrum software development organization and understanding of the development lifecycleStrong analytical skills and ability to interpret customer business needs and translate them into application and operational requirementsExperience with Snowflake, dbt, Airflow, SQL Server, Ataccama, and other relevant data tools and technologiesProfessional Skills Qualifications
Ability to lead through change, foster effective partnerships, and drive collaboration with peers and vendor resourcesCapable of prioritizing and managing multiple projects and deadlines simultaneouslyStrong leadership and communication skills to collaborate with stakeholders, technical teams, and business users at all levelsExcellent problem-solving abilities and a focus on business objectives, requirements, and prioritiesStrong interpersonal skills and ability to convey technical concepts to non-technical staffSelf-starter and team player with the ability to manage complex challengesDesired Qualifications
Experience with large-scale data solutions and migration projects; BlackRock Aladdin experience highly desirableData warehouse implementation experience for a buy-side investment firmExperience integrating external data providers like Bloomberg, CoreLogic, or FactSetEstimated Compensation:Base Salary:
For CA & NY based position, the base salary range is $170k-$180k. This represents base salary range only.Other Compensation : In addition to the base salary, this position will be eligible to be considered for an annual discretionary bonus.Benefits : Eligible for TCW's comprehensive benefits package. See more information here.#LI-DG1
Job Location(s)
US-CA-Los Angeles | US-NY-New York
Job ID
2024-1920
Category
Information Technology
Department
Engineering Solutions
Type
Regular Full-Time
Position Summary
TCW is embarking on an exciting, multi-year technology modernization initiative. We are seeking a talented Data Product Owner to play a pivotal role in this transformation. The ideal candidate will be a highly skilled and technically proficient individual who can join our dynamic team and drive cutting-edge data and technology solutions that address real business needs. If you have a strong data product background and experience in providing end-to-end data lifecycle solutions using tools like Snowflake, dbt, Airflow, and BlackRock Aladdin, you could be the key player we need to plan business deliverables and help development teams execute efficiently and effectively.Essential Duties
Champion the voice of other departments by understanding investment business needs and translating them into business and technical requirements for data delivery
Conduct requirements gathering and solution design in collaboration with business partners to define future products and roadmapsClearly articulate data vision and strategy, ensuring alignment with business goals and prioritiesPerform data-driven analysis and develop recommendations to guide decision-makingBuild strong relationships with investment teams, operations personnel, client services, information technology, and other teams across the organizationServe as a key member of the scrum team, ensuring development processes align with the product roadmap and maintaining data accuracy and qualityEffectively manage the Product Backlog to maximize delivered value, including developing and communicating sprint goals and priorities, creating product backlog items, and ensuring transparency and understandingRequired Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in computer science, statistics, engineering, or a related field; advanced degree is a plusMinimum of 5 years of experience as a Data Product Owner or similar roleExperience in the asset management industry, focusing on trading, portfolio management, analytics, and data managementFamiliarity with investment platforms and asset management principles across various asset classesProven experience in an agile/scrum software development organization and understanding of the development lifecycleStrong analytical skills and ability to interpret customer business needs and translate them into application and operational requirementsExperience with Snowflake, dbt, Airflow, SQL Server, Ataccama, and other relevant data tools and technologiesProfessional Skills Qualifications
Ability to lead through change, foster effective partnerships, and drive collaboration with peers and vendor resourcesCapable of prioritizing and managing multiple projects and deadlines simultaneouslyStrong leadership and communication skills to collaborate with stakeholders, technical teams, and business users at all levelsExcellent problem-solving abilities and a focus on business objectives, requirements, and prioritiesStrong interpersonal skills and ability to convey technical concepts to non-technical staffSelf-starter and team player with the ability to manage complex challengesDesired Qualifications
Experience with large-scale data solutions and migration projects; BlackRock Aladdin experience highly desirableData warehouse implementation experience for a buy-side investment firmExperience integrating external data providers like Bloomberg, CoreLogic, or FactSetEstimated Compensation:Base Salary:
For CA & NY based position, the base salary range is $170k-$180k. This represents base salary range only.Other Compensation : In addition to the base salary, this position will be eligible to be considered for an annual discretionary bonus.Benefits : Eligible for TCW's comprehensive benefits package. See more information here.#LI-DG1