Data Product Owner

OCH Technologies, LLC; Leesburg (VA); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

OCH Technologies is seeking a Product Owner to support Scrum activities and bridge the gap between stakeholders and the development team. You will help prioritize the backlog, remove impediments, and ensure alignment with project goals while applying Agile practices.

Ideal candidates bring hands-on software development experience and strong Agile understanding, with a focus on delivering value in a GovCon environment. This role is hybrid from Sterling, VA or William J.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a technical field is required.
• 3+ years of experience in a Product Owner, Scrum Master, or similar Agile role.
• ~2+ years' experience with software development lifecycle.
• Experience facilitating Scrum ceremonies including sprint planning, daily stand-ups, backlog refinement, sprint reviews, and retrospectives.
• PMP Certification advantageous; security clearance required (Secret).

Responsibilities

• Facilitate Scrum ceremonies and maintain team cadence.
• Own and prioritize the product backlog with stakeholders.
• Identify and remove roadblocks; escalate when needed.
• Serve as liaison between the development team and stakeholders.
• Monitor velocity, burndown, and cycle time; report progress and risks.
• Support release planning, scope management, and schedule alignment with milestones.
• Develop project documentation (status reports, sprint summaries, lifecycle artifacts).
• Contribute to solution design discussions and evaluate implementation approaches.

Skills

Scrum ceremonies

Agile methodologies

Stakeholder management

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor's degree

PMP Certification

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Description Description: The Product Owner will support the Technical Project Manager in facilitating Scrum activities, sprint planning, backlog management, and roadblock prevention. This role serves as the bridge between stakeholders and the development team, ensuring priorities are clearly defined, development efforts stay aligned with project goals, and impediments are resolved quickly. The ideal candidate brings hands-on software development experience and a strong understanding of Agile methodologies.

Hybrid -OCH Technologies Headquarters in Sterling, VA or William J. Facilitate Scrum ceremonies including sprint planning, daily stand-ups, backlog refinement, sprint reviews, and retrospectives to maintain consistent team cadence.

Own and prioritize the product backlog in coordination with the Technical Project Manager and stakeholders, ensuring the team is always working on the highest-value items.

Identify and remove roadblocks that impede team progress, escalating to the Technical Project Manager or leadership when necessary.

Serve as the primary liaison between the development team and stakeholders for day-to-day sprint activities and delivery priorities.

Monitor sprint health metrics (velocity, burndown, cycle time) and provide visibility into team progress and risks.

Collaborate with the Technical Project Manager on release planning, scope management, and schedule alignment with contract milestones.

Support the development of project documentation including status reports, sprint summaries, and system lifecycle artifacts.

Contribute technical perspectives to solution design discussions and help the team evaluate implementation approaches.

Assist in identifying opportunities for process improvement and recommend adjustments to Agile practices based on team retrospective feedback.

Support proposal efforts and organic growth opportunities as needed.

The responsibilities and duties listed above are flexible and subject to change based on operational need.

Bachelor's degree in computer science, Engineering, Math, or Science or related discipline

3+ years of experience in a Product Owner, Scrum Master, or similar Agile role

• ~2+ years' experience with software development , including coding, code review, technical design, or other direct participation in the software development lifecycle
• ~Experience facilitating Scrum ceremonies including sprint planning, daily stand-ups, backlog refinement, sprint reviews, and retrospectives
• ~ Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification

Security Clearance Requirement

Candidate must have the ability to hold and maintain a Secret Clearance

• Experience with software modernization or migration projects
• Knowledge of DevOps practices, CI/CD pipelines, or cloud infrastructure concepts
• Experience contributing to proposal efforts or technical writing in a GovCon environment
• Familiarity with CMMI Level 3 processes and how they integrate with Agile delivery

Must be able to effectively communicate with customers and fulfill all duties and responsibilities as listed in the contract.

Must be proficient in Microsoft Office suite including, but not limited to: Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Outlook.

Ability to bridge technical and non-technical conversations, translating between developer language and stakeholder needs.

Ability to take initiative on project tasks with minimal supervision.

Provide expertise and assistance with proposal efforts.

About Us

At OCH, we are more than just a government contracting firm; we are innovators and leaders in providing cutting-edge IT services and cybersecurity solutions. Driven by a set of fundamental values, we excel in creating secure, efficient, and forward-thinking solutions that empower the government agencies we work with. Join a team that values creativity and initiative, offering a platform to transform the landscape of government IT services. Embrace the opportunity to grow, innovate, and excel alongside industry leaders who are as passionate about technology as they are about making a difference.

Paid time off and Holidays

• ~ Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• ~ Short-term disability, long-term disability, and life insurance - Employer Paid!
• ~Additional Voluntary Life Insurance
• ~ Tuition Reimbursement

Veteran's Preference and Accessibility Statement

At OCH Technologies, we deeply respect and appreciate the unique skills and experiences that veterans bring to our team. As a federal contractor, we encourage qualified veterans to apply and provide preference where permitted by law. In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act, we provide reasonable accommodations throughout the hiring process to ensure individuals with disabilities can apply without barriers. If you need assistance or an accommodation, please contact us at [e-mail] are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, disability, gender identity, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.

Individual offers are based on qualifications, experience, skills, internal equity, education, and demonstrated alignment with the requirements of the role