Product Owner I

Gesa Credit Union; Renton (WA); On-site; USD 87,000 - 145,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay

Medical Insurance

401(k) Match

Tuition Assistance

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Gesa Credit Union seeks a Product Owner I to lead the technical lifecycle of assigned products, coordinating development and budgeting while collaborating with stakeholders, developers, and vendors in an Agile environment. You will build roadmaps, document requirements, and ensure alignment with business objectives.

The role requires translating user needs into prioritized backlogs, guiding teams to deliver value, and maintaining compliance with regulatory standards. Some travel may be required.

Qualifications

• Minimum of one (1) year of product ownership/management experience in an Agile Environment.
• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or related field or equivalent experience may be substituted.
• Certified Scrum Product Owner (CSPO), Professional Scrum Product Owner I (PSPO I), or equivalent certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Understand complex business problems and identify and interpret business needs.
• Actively participate in Agile ceremonies to align development with objectives and user needs.
• Develop near-term rolling-wave product roadmaps in collaboration with business owners.
• Define features and epics to communicate alignment with business objectives and scope of development.
• Collect and understand technical requirements to maintain product relevance and stability.

Skills

Agile experience

Stakeholder management

Product ownership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or related field

High School diploma

CSPO/PSPO certifications preferred

Tools

Azure DevOps

Jira

Job description

Take a leap and join our team!At Gesa, we believe in the power of our people. Coming from all walks of life, our team members’ individual stories and unique experiences are our most valuable asset. But it’s how we come together, igniting our collective compassion and commitment to empowering our communities, that makes us succeed. Because we know we go further when we go together.Here you can join a team who is passionate about serving others, has a desire to do good, and shares a deep love of people. You can engage in meaningful work that impacts your community. You can challenge yourself and grow in your career. And, you can rest assured that your wellbeing and prosperity are our priority.Get to know us: About - Gesa Credit UnionRole Summary:The Product Owner I is responsible for the technical life cycle of the products they have been assigned, including coordinating development efforts, configuration changes, and support. The Product Owner I is responsible for documenting technical requirements, building product roadmaps, and budgeting associated with the products they oversee. The Product Owner I will collaborate with internal stakeholders, developers, and vendors regularly to deliver new products and enhance existing products that meet the documented business objectives of the products they support. The Product Owner I will coordinate the lifecycle of their product through the Agile Practices.What You Will Be Doing:Understands business and end-user needs; and can identify and prioritize features to be delivered to meet those needsActively participate in Agile ceremonies to ensure development efforts remain aligned with business objectives, the product vision, and user needsDemonstrate accountability by facilitating stakeholders’ inspection & reviews of delivered functionality, leading planning sessions to clarify priorities, and maintaining transparent communication throughout the development lifecycleNegotiate deliverables based on team capacity and learning and adapt plans iteratively to reflect evolving priorities and validated outcomesDevelop near term rolling-wave product roadmaps in close collaboration with business owners to ensure alignment with business objectives and related outcomes. Continuously refine the roadmap based on stakeholder input, delivery data, and validated learnings from actual product outcomes versus hypothesized valueDefine and track key product success metrics to evaluate value delivery, inform prioritization, and communicate outcomes to stakeholders. Use data and feedback to validate hypotheses, guide decision-making, and continuously improve product performance and valuable outcomesLeverage understanding of product strengths and weaknesses to maximize value delivery, identify opportunities for enhancement, and inform stakeholders of potential process improvements and strategic possibilitiesAnalyze end user feedback and operational metrics, to identify and understand product needsDirect and oversee the lifecycle of one (1) or more products by independently managing and prioritizing their respective product backlogs in collaboration with business owners and technical stakeholders to balance functional and non-functional needs. Operate with oversight, ensuring a steady flow of user stories ready for development one (1) to two (2) weeks in advanceCollaborate with business owners and technical stakeholders to develop and document user stories from the user’s perspective, enabling the product development team to deliver high-value outcomes. Define features and epics to communicate alignment with business objectives and to establish the scope of development that supports strategic goalsCollect and understand technical requirements for new implementations and enhancements to ensure sufficient technical runway, minimize technical debt, and maintain the product’s relevance and stability over time. Proactively prioritize non-functional backlog items—such as performance, scalability, and maintainability—to support sustainable development and long-term product healthManage vendor relationships to the extent of assisting with the review of contracts alongside the business stakeholderEnsure respective product is compliant with regulatory and security requirementsEnsure upgrades are planned and completed, maintaining compliance with standards and control proceduresAbout You:Ability to understand complex business problems and identify and interpret business needsAbility to create a product strategy that aligns with measurable business outcomesStrong problem solving and analytical skillsDemonstrated ability to communicate complex technical information in a condensed manner to various stakeholders verbally and in writingDemonstrated facilitation and influencing skills to drive decision making among stakeholders with diverse perspectives and prioritiesExperience working in an Agile Environment, either Kanban or ScrumStrong organizational skillsAbility to complete tasks effectively independently, as well as collaborativelyKnowledge of product management tools like Azure DevOps or JiraAbility to travel to complete assigned responsibilities and attend professional seminars and education as approvedWhat You Will Need:Minimum of one (1) year of product ownership/management experience in an Agile Environment. Note at least three (3) years of business management experience may be substituted in lieu of product owner experience.Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or a related field or equivalent of specialized courses, training, and/or related experience may be substitutedHigh School diploma requiredKnowledge of the Financial Industry, products, and servicesCredit Union experience preferredCertified Scrum Product Owner (CSPO), Professional Scrum Product Owner I (PSPO I), or equivalent foundational level certification. (Preferred)Our Team Member Value Proposition:In exchange for bringing your talent to Gesa, here are a just a few of the benefits and perks we offer:Competitive PayMedical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance20 days/year of Paid Time Off – Plus 10 Paid Holidays!401(k) MatchIncentive ProgramTuition Assistance and Student Loan RepaymentCommuter BenefitsPaid Time Off to Volunteer in the CommunityProduct discountsEngaging Work EnvironmentRewards and Recognition ProgramsFull Salary Range:Richland, WA: $80,168.40-$113,414.38Spokane, WA: $80,168.40-$113,414.38Renton, WA: $87,023.73-$145,039.55*While our full pay range is listed, most new team members typically start between the minimum and midpoint based on their experience and qualifications. This approach gives room to grow within the role as your career progresses with us!\"Get wise to what’s possible with a career at Gesa. Join us!We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact the HR Department at [phone] or [e-mail] to request an accommodation.Gesa Credit Union reserves the right to revise or change the job description as the need arises. This job description is not all inclusive of total job responsibilities nor does it constitute a written or implied contract of employment.Selected candidate(s) must be able to pass a pre-employment credit/background check.Gesa Credit Union is an Equal Opportunity Employer and strong advocate of workforce diversity. Race/Color/Gender/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/Religion/National Origin/Disability/Veteran.Equal Employment Opportunity (gesa.com)