IT Product Owner

job summary:
Role Overview

The IT Product Owner (PO) acts as the voice of the customer and business, translating business needs into clear, prioritized technology requirements and ensuring delivery of high‑value solutions through Agile/Scrum teams. The PO owns the product backlog, partners closely with business and technology stakeholders, and ensures alignment between business objectives, data strategy, and system delivery.

location: New York, New York
job type: Contract
salary: $97 - 119 per hour
work hours: 8am to 5pm
education: Bachelors


responsibilities:

Key Responsibilities

· Own and manage the product backlog , including prioritization, refinement, and readiness for sprint planning

· Translate business needs into user stories, use cases, and acceptance criteria

· Act as the primary liaison between business and technology teams

· Define and communicate product vision, roadmap, and sprint goals

· Participate in and lead Agile ceremonies (sprint planning, backlog grooming, reviews)

· Collaborate with developers, QA, and operations to ensure successful delivery and quality outcomes

· Support UAT and testing , including coordination and validation of business

· Manage dependencies, risks, and trade‑offs across multiple workstreams

qualifications:
Required Skills & Experience

· Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience in computer science, finance, business administration or related field. Graduate degree is a plus.

· 10+ years of professional experience in technology, business analysis within the investment management business.

· 5+ years of product owner experience.

· Experience in the Investment Management industry.

· 2-3 years of experience with Factset and Sylvan applications.

· Experience with Portfolio Performance, Security Level Performance, Security Level Attribution.

· Good experience in Product Ownership within Agile / Scrum environments

· Ability to translate complex business requirements into technical deliverables

· Experience working with investment management data and platforms, such as:

o IBOR / performance / security master data

o Vendors like FactSet, Bloomberg, Aladdin, State Street, MSCI

· Proven backlog management, prioritization, and stakeholder communication skills

· Strong analytical and problem‑solving capabilities

· Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Preferred / Emerging Skills

· Experience with AI‑enabled workflows, automation, and intelligent decision support

· Familiarity with GitHub Copilot / Microsoft Copilot usage in delivery or analysis

Data‑driven mindset with interest in AI/ML‑assisted product design.

Equal Opportunity Employer: Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status.

At Randstad Digital, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact [email protected].


Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Randstad Digital offers a comprehensive benefits package, including: medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, and life insurance offerings, short-term disability, and a 401K plan (all benefits are based on eligibility).

This posting is open for thirty (30) days.