Product Owner

Guidehouse; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 113,000 - 188,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

Parental Leave and Adoption Assistance

Job summary

Guidehouse is seeking a Product Owner to lead ownership of Microsoft Dynamics 365 and Power Platform solutions within the Defense and Security segment for a U.S. Federal Government client.

You will manage backlogs in Azure DevOps, translate requirements into Epics and user stories, and collaborate with stakeholders and cross-functional teams to deliver capabilities across multiple workstreams.

Active Secret clearance and 4+ years in agile product management are required.

Qualifications

• Four or more years of professional experience with at least two years as Product Owner, Product Manager, Business Analyst, or similar Agile role.
• Experience in Agile/Scrum development environments.
• Ability to communicate functional and technical subject matter to management and stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Lead product ownership across one or more product teams.
• Elicit requirements and translate into Epics, Features, and User Stories with Acceptance Criteria.
• Maintain and prioritize backlogs in Azure DevOps aligning with leadership priorities.
• Collaborate with Business Owners to define requirements, priorities, and validate capabilities.
• Guide backlog refinement, sprint planning, and product prioritization.
• Develop status reports, dashboards, and executive briefs for decision making.

Skills

Agile product management

Stakeholder engagement

Backlog management

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Azure DevOps

Microsoft Dynamics 365

Power Platform

Job description

Job Family:Technology ConsultingTravel Required:NoneClearance Required:Active SecretWhat You Will Do:Guidehouse has an exciting opportunity in our Defense and Security Segment to support a U.S. Federal Government client. As part of the client's IT PMO team, the Product Owner will lead product ownership activities supporting Microsoft Dynamics 365 and Power Platform solutions, including backlog management, requirements development, agile planning, stakeholder engagement, and delivery oversight across multiple business workstreams.The individual will regularly interact with senior government officials, staff, business owners, and external technical teams and will be engaged in a diverse set of program-specific tasks related to the organization's modernization efforts. The individual should possess a willingness to be flexible in supporting numerous work products and deliverables.Tasks include:Serve as Product Owner across one or more product teams.Lead requirements elicitation efforts and translate business needs into Epics, Features, User Stories, and Acceptance Criteria.Maintain and prioritize product backlogs in Azure DevOps in alignment with leadership priorities.Work closely with Business Owners to define requirements, prioritize work, and validate delivered capabilities.Guide backlog refinement, sprint planning, and product prioritization activities.Analyze business processes and identify opportunities for process improvement and modernization.Collaborate with technical teams to resolve blockers, manage dependencies, and support successful product delivery.Develop status reports, dashboards, executive briefings, and other materials that support effective decision-making.What You Will Need:An ACTIVE Secret (or higher) Federal or DoD security clearance.US Citizenship is contractually required.Bachelor's Degree from an accredited university.FOUR (4) years professional experience with at least TWO (2) years as a Product Owner, Product Manager, Business Analyst or similar Agile product management role.Experience working within Agile/Scrum development environments.Experience engaging business stakeholders and facilitating requirements discussions.Ability to communicate applicable functional and technical subject matter expertise to management and othersWhat Would Be Nice To Have:Experience serving as a Product Owner on a Federal Government program.Experience managing and prioritizing product backlogs in Azure DevOps.Experience prioritizing product backlogs in Azure DevOps. Experience supporting Microsoft Dynamics 365, Power Platform, and/or other cloud-based software products.Agile certifications (Certified Scrum Product Owner (CSPO), Professional Scrum Product Owner (PSPO), SAFe Product Owner/Product Manager, Certified Scrum Master, etc.).Knowledge of Agile methodologies and experience using them on a Federal program.Experience building relationships, managing customer expectations, and communicating across all levels of staff and leadership.Self-motivated with innate organizational skills and attention to detail; ability to coordinate and prioritize multiple work streams against tight deadlines.Strong written and verbal communication skills.Ability to work effectively in a multi-contractor environment.Comfort navigating complex stakeholder relationships and governance processes.Strong coordination and liaison skills across business and technical groupsThe annual salary range for this position is $113,000.00-$188,000.00. Compensation decisions depend on a wide range of factors, including but not limited to skill sets, experience and training, security clearances, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs.What We Offer:Guidehouse offers a comprehensive, total rewards package that includes competitive compensation and a flexible benefits package that reflects our commitment to creating a diverse and supportive workplace.Benefits include:Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision InsurancePersonal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid HolidaysPosition may be eligible for a discretionary variable incentive bonusParental Leave and Adoption Assistance401(k) Retirement PlanBasic Life & Supplemental LifeHealth Savings Account, Dental/Vision & Dependent Care Flexible Spending AccountsShort-Term & Long-Term DisabilityStudent Loan PayDownTuition Reimbursement, Personal Development & Learning OpportunitiesSkills Development & CertificationsEmployee Referral ProgramCorporate Sponsored Events & Community OutreachEmergency Back-Up Childcare ProgramMobility StipendAbout GuidehouseGuidehouse is an Equal Opportunity Employer–Protected Veterans, Individuals with Disabilities or any other basis protected by law, ordinance, or regulation.Guidehouse will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law or ordinance including the Fair Chance Ordinance of Los Angeles and San Francisco.If you have visited our website for information about employment opportunities, or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation, please contact Guidehouse Recruiting at 1-571-633-1711 or via email at [e-mail]. 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