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IT Product Owner

New York, New York, United StatesOnsiteFull TimePosted 1 month agoVisa sponsorship available

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Role summary

Dice is seeking an IT Product Owner Consultant for Real Soft, Inc / Diversity Direct. The Product Owner will act as the voice of the customer and business, translating needs into prioritized technology requirements and ensuring high-value solutions are delivered through Agile/Scrum teams. Key responsibilities include owning and managing the product backlog, defining product vision and roadmap, and serving as the liaison between business and technology stakeholders. The role requires 10+ years of professional experience in technology/business analysis within investment management, with at least 5 years specifically as a Product Owner. Experience with Factset, Sylvan, and investment management data platforms is essential.

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Role Overview
IT Product Owner Consultant – Job Description
The
IT
Product Owner (PO)
acts as the
voice of the customer and business
, translating business needs into clear, prioritized technology requirements and ensuring delivery of high‑value solutions through Agile/Scrum teams. The PO owns the
product backlog
, partners closely with business and technology stakeholders, and ensures alignment between
business objectives, data strategy, and system delivery
.
Key Responsibilities

  • Own and manage the product backlog, including prioritization, refinement, and readiness for sprint planning
  • Translate business needs into user stories, use cases, and acceptance criteria
  • Act as the primary liaison between business and technology teams
  • Define and communicate product vision, roadmap, and sprint goals
  • Participate in and lead Agile ceremonies (sprint planning, backlog grooming, reviews)
  • Collaborate with developers, QA, and operations to ensure successful delivery and quality outcomes
  • Support UAT and testing, including coordination and validation of business
  • Manage dependencies, risks, and trade‑offs across multiple workstreams

Required Skills & Experience

  • Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience in computer science, finance, business administration or related field. Graduate degree is a plus.
  • 10+ years of professional experience in technology, business analysis within the investment management business.
  • 5+ years of product owner experience.
  • Experience in the Investment Management industry.
  • 2-3 years of experience with Factset and Sylvan applications.
  • Experience with Portfolio Performance, Security Level Performance, Security Level Attribution.
  • Good experience in Product Ownership within Agile / Scrum environments
  • Ability to translate complex business requirements into technical deliverables
  • Experience working with investment management data and platforms, such as:
  • IBOR / performance / security master data
  • Vendors like FactSet, Bloomberg, Aladdin, State Street, MSCI
  • Proven backlog management, prioritization, and stakeholder communication skills
  • Strong analytical and problem‑solving capabilities
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Preferred / Emerging Skills

  • Experience with AI‑enabled workflows, automation, and intelligent decision support
  • Familiarity with GitHub Copilot / Microsoft Copilot usage in delivery or analysis

Data‑driven mindset with interest in AI/ML‑assisted product design.

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