Sr. Product Owner

OpenText; Richmond Hill; On-site; CAD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

OpenText seeks a dynamic Sr. Product Owner to drive the vision and execution of Salesforce initiatives. This mid-senior level role requires extensive experience in Agile methodologies within the Salesforce ecosystem and offers the opportunity to work with a leading technology firm on innovative projects.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in Agile for Enterprise Applications.
• Strong understanding of Salesforce capabilities and related platforms.
• Salesforce and SAFe certifications are highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Define and communicate product roadmap for Salesforce initiatives.
• Prioritize and manage product backlog aligned with business objectives.
• Manage and deliver Salesforce projects using Agile principles.

Skills

Agile principles

Salesforce

Communication

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science

Bachelor's degree in Information Technology

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration

Job description

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OpenText is a global leader in information management, where innovation, creativity, and collaboration are the key components of our corporate culture. As a member of our team, you will have the opportunity to partner with the most highly regarded companies in the world, tackle complex issues, and contribute to projects that shape the future of digital transformation.

Your Impact

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Agile Product Owner with deep expertise in Salesforce to join our team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for driving the vision, strategy, and execution of Salesforce-related initiatives within our Agile framework. This role requires a strong understanding of Salesforce capabilities, excellent communication skills, and the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.

What The Role Offers

• Define and communicate a clear product roadmap and strategy for Salesforce initiatives that align with business objectives.
• Prioritize and manage the product backlog, ensuring that Epics and User Stories are well-defined, estimated, and aligned with the overall product roadmap.
• Work closely with stakeholders, including business leaders, developers, and other product owners, to gather requirements, provide updates, and ensure alignment.
• Guide the adoption and ongoing adherence to Agile principles and practices to manage and deliver Salesforce projects, ensuring timely and high-quality outcomes.
• Highly experienced in implementing solutions supporting Enterprise & SMB leads to Cash.
• Support release planning activities, including sprint planning, reviews, and retrospectives, to ensure successful delivery of Salesforce features.
• Coach and guide team members in Agile ways of working as well as the tenets of Design Thinking and Product Ownership.

What You Need To Succeed

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Business Administration, or a related field.
• 7+ years of experience using Agile principles to deliver Enterprise Applications within the Salesforce ecosystem. At least 5 years in a Product Owner capacity ideally within the Scaled Agile Framework.
• Strong understanding of Agile delivery principles and their application within frameworks such as Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe), SCRUM, or KANBAN.
• In-depth knowledge of Salesforce the platform, including Sales Cloud, Marketing Cloud, or equivalent enterprise solutions.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to articulate complex concepts to diverse audiences.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to make data-driven decisions.
• Proven ability to work collaboratively in a cross-functional team environment.
• Salesforce certifications (e.g., Salesforce Certified Administrator, Salesforce Certified Advanced Administrator) and SAFe certifications (e.g., SAFe Product Owner/Product Manager) are highly desirable.

OpenText's efforts to build an inclusive work environment go beyond simply complying with applicable laws. Our Employment Equity and Diversity Policy provides direction on maintaining a working environment that is inclusive of everyone, regardless of culture, national origin, race, color, gender, gender identification, sexual orientation, family status, age, veteran status, disability, religion, or other basis protected by applicable laws.

If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or recruiting process, please contact us at [e-mail]. Our proactive approach fosters collaboration, innovation, and personal growth, enriching OpenText's vibrant workplace.

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Product Management and Marketing

Industries

• Software Development