Product Owner

Experis Technology Group; Reston (VA); On-site; USD 96,000 - 103,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work

Weekly pay

401(k) with match

Job summary

ManpowerGroup is seeking a Product Owner to join a dynamic team in a remote capacity. The role focuses on owning and guiding product development with close collaboration across stakeholders and users, translating complex needs into actionable development tasks.

The ideal candidate has proven Agile experience, strong communication, and hands-on backlog management using Jira and Confluence. This position offers flexibility and a competitive hourly rate on W2.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Product Owner or similar role in Agile environments.
• Strong knowledge of Agile methodologies (Scrum, Kanban, SAFe).
• Proficiency with JIRA and Confluence for backlog management and documentation.
• Excellent verbal and written communication; able to engage stakeholders effectively.
• Strong problem-solving, organizational, and time-management skills.

Responsibilities

• Maintain active engagement with the development team to ensure high-quality product delivery.
• Understand market trends, customer needs, and business goals to inform product strategy.
• Collaborate with stakeholders and users to define and prioritize product features.
• Translate complex requirements into clear, actionable tasks for development teams.
• Communicate the product vision and benefits to relevant parties.

Skills

Agile experience

Scrum

Kanban

SAFe

JIRA

Confluence

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Tools

JIRA

Confluence

Job description

Our client, a leading organization in the technology and innovation sector, is seeking a Product Owner to join their dynamic team. As a Product Owner, you will be an integral part of the Product Development Department supporting cross-functional teams. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong leadership, excellent communication skills, and a proactive mindset, which will align successfully within the organization.

Job Title:Product Owner

Location:Remote

Pay Range:$70 - $75/hr on W2

What's the Job?

• Maintain active engagement with the development team to ensure the delivery of high-quality products.
• Understand market trends, customer needs, and business goals to inform product strategy.
• Collaborate closely with stakeholders and users to define and prioritize product features.
• Translate complex requirements into clear, actionable tasks for development teams.
• Communicate the product vision and benefits effectively to all relevant parties.

What's Needed?

• Proven experience as a Product Owner or similar role within an Agile environment.
• Strong knowledge of Agile methodologies such as Scrum, Kanban, and SAFe.
• Proficiency in tools like JIRA and Confluence for backlog management and documentation.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to mediate and engage stakeholders effectively.
• Strong problem-solving, organizational, and time management skills.

What's in it for me?

• Opportunity to work remotely with a flexible schedule.
• Engagement in innovative projects that make a meaningful impact.
• Collaborative work environment that values diverse perspectives.
• Chance to develop your skills and grow your career within a forward-thinking organization.
• Competitive pay rate aligned with your expertise and contributions.

Upon completion of waiting period, consultants are eligible for:

• Medical and Prescription Drug Plans
• Dental Plan
• Vision Plan
• Health Savings Account
• Health Flexible Spending Account
• Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
• Supplemental Life Insurance
• Short Term and Long Term Disability Insurance
• Business Travel Insurance
• 401(k), Plus Match
• Weekly Pay

About ManpowerGroup, Parent Company of: Manpower, Experis and Talent Solutions.

Experis® is a global leader in technology services and part of the ManpowerGroup® (NYSE: MAN) family of brands. We connect skilled technology professionals with meaningful opportunities where they can grow their careers, expand their expertise and make a real impact. Guided by the belief that it takes Human Ingenuity to unlock the true potential of technology, Experis helps people gain experience with leading organizations, build sought-after skills and take the next step toward a brighter future. Backed by ManpowerGroup's 75+ years of workforce expertise and global reach across more than 70 countries and territories, Experis brings the scale, insight and opportunity to help people and businesses thrive. ManpowerGroup is consistently recognized for its commitment to inclusion, ethics and responsible business, including being named one of the World's Most Ethical Companies. Learn more at Experis.com.