Product Owner

Endava; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Job summary

Endava in Bengaluru, India is seeking an experienced Product Owner to bridge product vision and development execution for fraud-detection offerings in a FinTech context. You will collaborate with engineering, data science, risk, and compliance to deliver scalable, real-time fraud solutions and align with regulatory requirements.

You will own the product roadmap, maintain a healthy backlog, write detailed user stories, and lead sprint planning.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in any discipline, preferably in Business, Information Technology, or related field.
• 10+ years experience in product ownership or product management roles.
• Proven track record interfacing with cross-functional teams including development, design, and business stakeholders.
• Experience in agile or scaled agile environments.
• Clear, concise user stories with well-defined acceptance criteria.
• Advanced backlog prioritization and management skills.
• Strong user journey mapping and process mapping knowledge.
• Experience with usability testing and user feedback interpretation.
• Solid understanding of agile metrics, sprint execution, and governance.
• Familiarity with compliance, governance, and regulatory requirements.

Responsibilities

• Partner with Product Managers to develop, maintain, and communicate a clear product roadmap aligned with business objectives.
• Create and prioritize a healthy backlog with clearly defined features and acceptance criteria.
• Write comprehensive user stories and translate complex needs into actionable tasks.
• Define sprint goals and support planning to ensure alignment on deliverables.
• Conduct user journey mapping and usability testing to validate decisions with data.
• Formally accept completed work against quality standards and acceptance criteria.
• Manage cross-team dependencies and communicate progress and timelines to stakeholders.
• Support discovery activities through ROI analysis to approve builds.
• Ensure non-functional requirements are maintained and tested throughout the lifecycle.
• Participate in agile ceremonies and promote continuous improvement across teams.
• Leverage domain knowledge to prioritize product priorities and align with risk/compliance needs.
• Analyze KPIs to recommend data-driven enhancements to the Product Manager.
• Collaborate with data science teams on fraud models and rules engines.

Skills

Product Ownership

FinTech

Agile/Scrum

Stakeholder Management

User Stories

Backlog Prioritization

JIRA/Azure DevOps

Data-driven

Regulatory Compliance

Team Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business/IT

Tools

JIRA

Azure DevOps

Miro

Job description

Technology is our how. And people are our why. For over two decades, we have been harnessing technology to drive meaningful change.
By combining world-class engineering, industry expertise and a people-centric mindset, we consult and partner with leading brands from various industries to create dynamic platforms and intelligent digital experiences that drive innovation and transform businesses.
From prototype to real-world impact - be part of a global shift by doing work that matters.

Job Description

We are seeking an enthusiastic and detail-oriented Product Owner to join our dynamic team in Bengaluru, India. As a Product Owner, you will play a pivotal role in bridging the gap between our product vision and development execution.

The Product Owner will lead the development of fraud detection and prevention products within a FinTech environment. This role focuses on maximizing product value by defining and prioritizing features that reduce financial crime, improve customer trust, and meet regulatory requirements. You will work closely with engineering, data science, risk, and compliance teams to deliver scalable, real-time fraud solutions.

This is an excellent opportunity for a visionary professional who thrives in an agile environment and is passionate about building products that make a real impact.

• Partner with Product Managers to develop, maintain, and communicate a clear and compelling product roadmap aligned with strategic business objectives
• Create and prioritize a healthy, well-organized product backlog, ensuring all features and user stories are clearly defined with acceptance criteria
• Write comprehensive user stories and conduct detailed requirements analysis to translate complex business needs into actionable development tasks
• Define sprint goals and collaborate with development teams during planning activities to ensure clarity and alignment on deliverables
• Conduct user journey mapping and usability testing to understand customer needs and validate product decisions with data-driven insights
• Formally accept completed work and ensure it meets quality standards and acceptance criteria before release
• Manage cross-team dependencies and communicate build progress, forecasted delivery timelines, and product performance to stakeholders
• Support product discovery activities through elaboration of features from the roadmap, conducting ROI analysis to determine approval for build
• Ensure Non-Functional Requirements are created, maintained, and tested against throughout the product lifecycle
• Actively participate in agile ceremonies and scaled agile events, promoting agile values and driving continuous improvement through inspect and adapt cycles
• Leverage business systems knowledge, industry requirements, and practical implications to support informed product priorities
• Analyze product performance metrics and KPIs to recommend data-driven solutions and approaches to the Product Manager

Own the product vision and roadmap for fraud detection and prevention capabilities

Translate business, risk, and regulatory requirements into clear user stories and acceptance criteria

Manage and prioritize the product backlog based on fraud risk, customer impact, and ROI

Collaborate with data science teams on fraud models, rules engines, and machine-learning initiatives

Work closely with engineering teams to deliver real-time and batch fraud solutions
Partner with Risk, Compliance, AML, and Operations teams to ensure regulatory alignment

Define and monitor KPIs such as fraud loss reduction, false positives, approval rates, and customer friction

Ensure solutions comply with regulatory and data privacy requirements (e.g., PSD2, GDPR, PCI DSS)

Qualifications

**Education:**

• Bachelor's degree in any discipline, preferably in Business, Information Technology, or related field

**Required Experience:**

Overall 10+ years experience

• Proven experience in a Product Owner or similar product management role
• Demonstrated experience working within a software or product development organization
• Proven track record of successfully interfacing and collaborating with cross-functional teams including development, design, and business stakeholders
• Experience working in an agile or scaled agile environment
• Proficiency in writing clear, concise user stories with well-defined acceptance criteria
• Expert-level backlog prioritization and management skills
• Solid understanding of user journey mapping and process mapping techniques
• Experience conducting or interpreting usability testing and user feedback
• Comprehensive knowledge of agile ways of working, agile metrics, and sprint execution
• Strong understanding of compliance, governance stewardship, and regulatory requirements
• Ability to define and track success metrics and OKRs
• Proficiency with work management tools such as JIRA, Azure DevOps (ADO), or similar platforms
• Hands-on experience with collaboration tools such as Miro or equivalent
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with a data-driven mindset
• Demonstrated stakeholder management and relationship-building capabilities

Proven experience as a Product Owner or Product Manager in FinTech or financial services

Hands-on experience with fraud detection and prevention systems

Strong understanding of card, payment, or digital fraud (e.g., transaction fraud, account takeover, identity fraud)

Experience working with data-driven products and analytics platforms

Solid knowledge of Agile/Scrum frameworks

Ability to work with technical and non-technical stakeholders

Strong prioritization and decision-making skills in high-risk environments

**Preferred Skills & Knowledge:**

• Experience with user research methodologies and user behavior analysis
• Knowledge of user feedback analysis and incorporation into product decisions
• Understanding of product strategy and strategic planning
• Familiarity with agile metrics tools and dashboards
• Experience in financial services or fintech organizations
• Certification in product management or agile methodologies (Scrum, SAFe, etc.)

**Behavioral Attributes:**

• Demonstrates exceptional organizational and time management skills
• Shows strong attention to detail and commitment to quality
• Exhibits collaborative and inclusive approach to working with diverse teams
• Displays innovative thinking and openness to new ideas and approaches
• Maintains transparency and integrity in all communications and decision-making
• Demonstrates resilience and flexibility in dynamic, fast-paced environments
• Shows genuine customer focus and empathy for end-user needs
• Exhibits goal-oriented mindset with strong drive to deliver results
• Maintains a positive, enthusiastic attitude even in challenging circumstances
• Demonstrates decisiveness and ability to make informed decisions under uncertainty
• Shows willingness to accept feedback constructively and adapt accordingly
• Actively supports and celebrates the success of team members

Additional Information

At Endava, we’re committed to creating an open, inclusive, and respectful environment where everyone feels safe, valued, and empowered to be their best. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives—because we know that inclusive teams help us deliver smarter, more innovative solutions for our customers. Hiring decisions are based on merit, skills, qualifications, and potential. If you need adjustments or support during the recruitment process, please let us know.