Senior Agile Product Owner, Workplace Services

Charles Schwab; Austin (TX); Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company match

28-day sabbatical after five years

Tuition reimbursement

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Job summary

A leading financial services company is seeking a Senior Agile Product Owner for their Workplace Services team in Austin, Texas. This role involves defining product visions and managing backlogs while collaborating with cross-functional teams. The ideal candidate will have at least 7 years of experience in Agile environments, excellent communication skills, and a strong understanding of product management principles. With a focus on innovative solutions, this is a great opportunity to impact the finance industry significantly.

Qualifications

• 7-9+ years of experience as a Product Owner in Agile environments.
• SAFe certified.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

Responsibilities

• Define and communicate the product vision and goals.
• Own, groom, and prioritize the product backlog.
• Serve as the primary liaison between customers, stakeholders, and the development team.

Skills

Product vision definition

Backlog management

Stakeholder communication

Agile methodologies

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in computer science, business, or a technology related field

Job description

Senior Agile Product Owner, Workplace Services

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Your opportunity

At Schwab, you’re empowered to make an impact on your career. Here, innovative thought meets creative problem solving, helping us “challenge the status quo” and transform the finance industry together.

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis without employer sponsorship.

We believe in the importance of in-office collaboration and fully intend for the selected candidate, to work on site 4 days per week in one of the specified locations.

As a financial services leader, The Charles Schwab Corporation, Inc. aims to be the most trusted leader in investment services. For more than three decades, The Charles Schwab Corporation has been an advocate for individual investors and independent advisors who serve them. Personal Choice Investment Services (PCIS), within Workplace Services (WS), provides the leading industry Personal Choice Retirement Account (PCRA) and Health Savings Brokerage Account (HSBA) through Charles Schwab & Co. PCIS is growing rapidly by providing PCRA & HSBA to Schwab Retirement Plan Services and the rest of the retirement and health savings industries. The PCIS Group's objective is to deliver competitive products and services to the intermediaries it serves. A strong understanding of the retirement market and the ability to identify our clients’ business needs is paramount to our success.

As a Senior Agile Product Owner, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of our Workplace Services platforms, collaborating closely with cross-functional teams to deliver robust solutions that empower our clients.

Key Responsibilities

• Vision & Strategy: Define and communicate the product vision and goals, translating them into actionable product roadmaps that align with Schwab’s business and technical objectives.
• Backlog Management: Own, groom, and prioritize the product backlog—including creation of user stories and Epics—to ensure the team focuses on delivering the highest value items.
• Stakeholder Communication: Serve as the primary liaison between customers, business stakeholders, and the development team, ensuring alignment and transparency throughout the product lifecycle.
• Development Collaboration: Work closely with developers to clarify requirements, answer questions, and ensure delivered features meet expectations and quality standards.
• Acceptance & Validation: Review and accept completed work (sprint increments) to ensure quality and alignment with the product vision and goals.
• Participate in Agile ceremonies (e.g., sprint planning, reviews, retrospectives) and foster a culture of continuous improvement.
• Work with stakeholders to make decisions and negotiate compromises.
• Communicate effectively at both executive and team levels, mediating and resolving conflicts as needed.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, business, or a technology related field.
• 7-9+ years of experience as a Product Owner in Agile environments, with a proven track record of delivering digital products.
• SAFe certified.
• Deep understanding of Agile frameworks (Scrum, Kanban) and experience leading Agile teams.
• Demonstrated ability to define product vision, strategy, and roadmaps, and translate them into actionable work for development teams.
• Strong experience in backlog management, user story creation, and prioritization based on business value.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to translate business requirements into user stories and serve as a bridge between technical and non-technical audiences.
• Experience collaborating with cross-functional teams, including design, development, QA, and operations.
• Proven ability to review and validate sprint deliverables, ensuring alignment with product goals and quality standards.
• Analytical and problem-solving skills, with a focus on delivering measurable business outcomes.

Preferred Qualifications

• Certified Product Owner.
• Financial industry Experience; familiarity with brokerage accounts, trading.
• Strong facilitation skills and ability to drive necessary outcomes in dynamic environments.
• Experience with digital platforms, cloud technologies, and enterprise software.

What’s in it for you

At Schwab, you’re empowered to shape your future. We champion your growth through meaningful work, continuous learning, and a culture of trust and collaboration—so you can build the skills to make a lasting impact. Our Hybrid Work and Flexibility approach balances our ongoing commitment to workplace flexibility, serving our clients, and our strong belief in the value of being together in person on a regular basis.

Benefits

• 401(k) with company match and Employee stock purchase plan
• Paid time for vacation, volunteering, and 28‑day sabbatical after every 5 years of service for eligible positions
• Paid parental leave and family building benefits
• Tuition reimbursement
• Health, dental, and vision insurance