Remote Product Owner

Post Date

Aug 15, 2024

Location

East Hartford,
Connecticut

ZIP/Postal Code

06108
US
Jul 12, 2025 Insight Global

Job Type

Contract

Category

Project Manager

Req #

HTD-726780

Pay Rate

$48 - $60 (hourly estimate)

Job Description

We are seeking a highly qualified Product Owner to join our dynamic team. As a Scrum Product Owner, you will play a pivotal role in driving the development and success of our data analysis solution, ensuring it meets the needs of our customers and aligns with our business goals. Your expertise in data analysis, agile methodologies, and product management will be critical in delivering a top-notch product that empowers our users to make data-driven decisions. The team is currently on sprint 24 and working towards migrating a database into Azure SQL to find out whats in the access database to create better UI frameworks.

Responsibilities:
Product Vision and Strategy: Collaborate with stakeholders, including customers, users, and internal teams, to define a clear product vision and strategy for the data analysis solution. Continuously monitor industry trends and market demands to ensure the product remains competitive and innovative.
Product Backlog Management: Develop and maintain a prioritized product backlog, including user stories, epics, and features. Work closely with the development team to refine and estimate backlog items, ensuring they are well-defined, actionable, and aligned with customer needs.
Agile Planning and Execution: Facilitate agile ceremonies, such as sprint planning, backlog grooming, daily stand-ups, and sprint reviews. Coordinate with the Scrum Master to ensure smooth and efficient execution of the development process, managing sprint goals and delivering value incrementally.
Product Roadmap Development: Define and communicate a clear product roadmap that outlines key milestones, features, and deliverables. Continuously update and adjust the roadmap based on changing priorities, market dynamics, and customer feedback.
Cross-Functional Collaboration: Collaborate closely with the development team, data scientists, designers, and other stakeholders to ensure effective communication, alignment, and timely delivery of the product. Foster a collaborative and productive working environment.
Release Management: Plan and coordinate product releases, considering dependencies, technical constraints, and customer expectations. Collaborate with the development team to define and execute release plans, ensuring a smooth transition from development to deployment.
Product Performance Analysis: Monitor and analyze product metrics, usage data, and customer feedback to assess product performance and identify areas for improvement. Leverage data-driven insights to inform product decisions, prioritize enhancements, and optimize user satisfaction.

We are a company committed to creating diverse and inclusive environments where people can bring their full, authentic selves to work every day. We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer that believes everyone matters. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment regardless of their race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, ancestry, genetic factors, age, disability, protected veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or recruiting process, please send a request to HR@insightglobal.com.

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Required Skills & Experience

Proven experience as a Scrum Product Owner
Proficient knowledge of agile methodologies, particularly Scrum, and experience working in an Agile/Scrum team environment.
Excellent communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills to effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams, stakeholders, and customers.
Ability to translate complex requirements and technical concepts into clear user stories and actionable development tasks.
Proficient experience in Jira & able to do documentation in confluence
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with a focus on delivering user value and achieving business objectives.

Nice to Have Skills & Experience

Agile certifications (e.g., Certified Scrum Product Owner) are advantageous.
Bachelor's degree in a relevant field (e.g., Computer Science, Data Science, Business Administration) is preferred. Equivalent practical experience will also be considered.

Benefit packages for this role will start on the 31st day of employment and include medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as HSA, FSA, and DCFSA account options, and 401k retirement account access with employer matching. Employees in this role are also entitled to paid sick leave and/or other paid time off as provided by applicable law.