Technical Product Owner

STAND 8 Technology Consulting; New York (NY); On-site; USD 95,054 - 108,830; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage through Anthem

Dental/Vision coverage

401(k) retirement plan

Paid time off

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Discount programs through ADP

Job summary

STAND 8 Technology Consulting seeks a Technical Product Owner to bridge business objectives and technical delivery for SLA-driven live streaming initiatives. You will plan, prioritize backlogs, and drive sprint execution across engineering and operations.

The ideal candidate brings 4+ years in Agile product roles, strong collaboration skills, and a solid understanding of streaming technology and metadata workflows. This contract role offers global and US opportunities.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience as a Product Owner, Technical Product Manager, or similar role in an Agile environment.
• Strong understanding of Agile, Scrum, and Kanban methodologies.
• Experience in live streaming platforms, media orchestration, or broadcast technology preferred.
• Excellent collaboration and communication skills with the ability to work effectively across technical and business teams.
• Strong documentation and analytical abilities with keen attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Lead product planning, backlog prioritization, and sprint execution using Agile, Kanban, and Scrum methodologies.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams–including engineering, operations, and other product owners—to ensure seamless orchestration of live streaming events.
• Define and communicate product requirements, success metrics, and delivery timelines for SLA-driven streaming initiatives.
• Oversee the processing and management of live stream metadata, ensuring accuracy and operational efficiency.
• Translate business and technical needs into clear user stories with well-defined acceptance criteria.
• Participate in sprint reviews, retrospectives, and stand-ups to maintain alignment with strategic product goals.
• Partner with stakeholders to identify and prioritize features that enhance live streaming performance and user experience.
• Monitor delivery quality, mitigate risks, and ensure adherence to technical and operational SLAs.

Skills

Product ownership

Agile delivery

Cross-functional collaboration

Documentation

Live streaming knowledge

Metadata handling

Streaming tech familiarity

Job description

STAND 8 provides end to end IT solutions to enterprise partners across the United States and with offices in Los Angeles, New York, New Jersey, Atlanta, and more including internationally in Mexico and India

We are seeking a highly skilled Technical Product Owner (TPO) to serve as the bridge between business objectives and technical implementation. This role is responsible for driving the successful delivery of complex, SLA-driven live streaming initiatives through effective planning, communication, and technical oversight. The ideal candidate combines product ownership expertise, a strong understanding of Agile methodologies, and a solid technical foundation in media or streaming environments.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead product planning, backlog prioritization, and sprint execution using Agile, Kanban, and Scrum methodologies.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams-including engineering, operations, and other product owners-to ensure seamless orchestration of live streaming events.
• Define and communicate product requirements, success metrics, and delivery timelines for SLA-driven streaming initiatives.
• Oversee the processing and management of live stream metadata, ensuring accuracy and operational efficiency.
• Translate business and technical needs into clear user stories with well-defined acceptance criteria.
• Participate in sprint reviews, retrospectives, and stand-ups to maintain alignment with strategic product goals.
• Partner with stakeholders to identify and prioritize features that enhance live streaming performance and user experience.
• Monitor delivery quality, mitigate risks, and ensure adherence to technical and operational SLAs.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience as a Product Owner, Technical Product Manager, or similar role in an Agile environment.
• Strong understanding of Agile, Scrum, and Kanban methodologies with proven success in iterative delivery.
• Experience in live streaming platforms, media orchestration, or broadcast technology preferred.
• Excellent collaboration and communication skills with the ability to work effectively across technical and business teams.
• Strong documentation and analytical abilities with keen attention to detail.
• Familiarity with metadata systems, streaming workflows, and real-time event processing is a plus.

Preferred Experience

• Background in media, entertainment, or streaming technology.
• Experience with SLA-based performance metrics and incident response coordination.
• Understanding of cloud-based streaming architectures and related toolsets.

Benefits

• Medical coverage and Health Savings Account (HSA) through Anthem
• Dental/Vision/Various Ancillary coverages through Unum
• 401(k) retirement savings plan
Paid-time-off options
• Company-paid Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Discount programs through ADP WorkforceNow

Additional Details

The base range for this contract position is $69 - $79 / per hour, depending on experience. Our pay ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hires of this position across all US locations. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered

About Us

STAND 8 provides end-to-end IT solutions to enterprise partners across the United States and globally with offices in Los Angeles, Atlanta, New York, Mexico, Japan, India, and more. STAND 8 focuses on the 'bleeding edge' of technology and leverages automation, process, marketing, and over fifteen years of success and growth to provide a world-class experience for our customers, partners, and employees.

Our mission is to impact the world positively by creating success through PEOPLE, PROCESS, and TECHNOLOGY.

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