Technical Product Owner – Data & Analytics

Creative Solutions Services, LLC; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading data solutions provider in Philadelphia is looking for a Technical Product Owner to drive the development of impactful data and analytics solutions. You will manage the product backlog and collaborate with diverse stakeholders to translate business needs into actionable roadmaps. The ideal candidate will have over 3 years of experience, particularly in the financial insurance sector, and proficiency in SQL, AWS, and BI tools like Tableau and Power BI. This is a 12+ month on-site contract in Philadelphia, offering $70-$75 per hour.

Qualifications

• Must have experience in the financial insurance industry, especially with Disability, FMLA, and Life products.
• Deep understanding of data modeling techniques and architectural patterns.
• 2+ years of experience with cloud data platforms.

Responsibilities

• Own and manage the product backlog for the Data & BI scrum team.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to document and validate data requirements.
• Actively participate in all Agile ceremonies and ensure clarity in delivery.

Skills

Technical acumen in data product and BI solution delivery

Experience with Big Data projects

Proficiency in SQL

Experience with BI tools like Tableau and Power BI

Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously

Education

3+ years as a Technical Product Owner

Tools

AWS Redshift

AWS Sage Maker

Tableau

Power BI

Job description

Overview

Technical Product Owner – Data & Analytics – Philadelphia, PA. 12+ Months Contract. On-site. $70-$75 per hour.

About the Role: Are you a dynamic Technical Product Owner with a passion for transforming data into powerful insights? We're seeking a lead member to join our agile delivery team and drive the development of impactful data and analytics solutions. In this hands-on role, you'll be the bridge between complex business needs and technical execution. You'll collaborate closely with business analysts, BI developers, report consumers, and data/BI architects to translate vision into a clear, actionable roadmap. You\'ll play a critical role in shaping our long-term data strategy by transforming requirements into refined backlog items. If you possess strong technical acumen, strategic thinking, and excellent communication skills, this is your opportunity to guide the delivery of high-quality, scalable, and insightful data products that directly align with our business priorities.

What You\'ll Do

• Product Leadership & Strategy
• Own and manage the product backlog for the Data & BI scrum team, continuously refining features and user stories.
• Translate high-level business vision and reporting needs into concrete product roadmaps, epics, and user stories.
• Define clear acceptance criteria to ensure deliverables meet quality standards and stakeholder expectations.

• Stakeholder Engagement & Requirements
• Collaborate with diverse stakeholders—including business analysts, BI creators, report consumers, and architects—to elicit, document, and validate data and reporting requirements.
• Lead discussions to understand analytics needs, explore technical solutions, and prioritize delivery based on business value.
• Map reporting and data use cases to existing architectural solutions.

• Agile Delivery & Quality Assurance
• Actively participate in all Agile ceremonies: sprint planning, daily stand-ups, backlog refinement, retrospectives, and PI planning.
• Work collaboratively with developers, QA, and the Scrum Master to ensure clarity, efficient delivery, and continuous improvement.
• Review data products for completeness, accuracy, and alignment with acceptance criteria before release.
• Provide regular updates to stakeholders on team progress, challenges, and alignment to business objectives.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for escalations related to data products or backlog prioritization.

What You\'ll Bring

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Must have 3 plus years of experience as a Technical Product Owner.
• Must have previous work experience with Big Data projects and financial insurance industry in the work history portion of their resume.
• Strong technical acumen in data product and BI solution delivery.
• Deep understanding of data modeling techniques and architectural patterns (e.g., star schema, normalized/denormalized models).
• Experience with BI and data wrangling tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI).
• Proficiency in SQL, Python, and stored procedures for querying and transforming data.
• Must have 2 plus years of experience with cloud data platforms and tools, particularly: AWS Redshift, Tableau, AWS Sage Maker (Power BI experience is a plus).
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, prioritizing commitments and managing time effectively.
• Insurance industry experience with Disability, FMLA, and Life products is preferred.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working in large, matrixed organizations with diverse stakeholder groups.
• Background in data governance, data quality, and metadata management.
• Familiarity with CI/CD practices and version control for data pipelines or BI artifacts.

Personal Attributes

• A strategic thinker with a detail-oriented mindset.
• Strong communicator able to tailor messaging to both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Self-driven with a passion for solving business problems through data.
• Collaborative, diplomatic, and flexible in dynamic team environments.
• Possesses a team-first mindset and adaptability.

Why Join Us?

• Be part of a transformative data journey within a highly respected organization.
• Work with cutting-edge data and cloud technologies.
• Drive real business impact with your contributions.
• Thrive in a supportive and innovative culture focused on excellence.