Product Owner, Software Development Platform (Continuous Delivery & Release Program)
Posted October 10, 2023
Apply: Paychex
We are seeking an experienced and dynamic Technical Product Owner to join our team and lead the development and evolution of an Everything-as-Code (EaC), Spin-Up/Spin-Down Containerized Software Development Platform. As a Product Owner, you will be responsible for defining the product vision, gathering requirements, and driving the development of this innovative platform that enables efficient and scalable containerized software development processes. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, stakeholders, and customers to deliver a robust and user-friendly solution.
Responsibilities
- Product Strategy and Vision:
- Help define and communicate the product vision, strategy, and roadmap for the Everything-as-Code, Spin-Up/Spin-Down Containerized Software Development Platform.
- Conduct market research, competitive analysis, and gather feedback from stakeholders and customers to inform product decisions.
- Requirement Gathering and Prioritization:
- Collaborate with stakeholders, customers, and development teams to gather, analyze, and document detailed requirements and user stories.
- Prioritize product backlog based on business value, customer needs, and technical feasibility.
- Ensure that requirements are well-defined, properly documented, and communicated effectively to the development team.
- Agile Development and Release Management:
- Work closely with engineering teams in an Agile/Scrum environment, providing clear and concise user stories, acceptance criteria, and guidance.
- Collaborate with the Scrum Master and development team to plan and execute sprint goals, ensuring timely delivery of high-quality features and enhancements.
- Coordinate and manage product releases, ensuring smooth deployment and minimal disruptions to users.
- Stakeholder Management:
- Engage with key stakeholders, including executives, customers, and internal teams, to gather feedback, communicate progress, and address concerns.
- Conduct regular product demonstrations, gather feedback, and incorporate it into the product roadmap.
- Act as a liaison between technical and non-technical teams, ensuring effective communication and alignment.
- Product Documentation and Training:
- Oversee the creation and maintenance of comprehensive product documentation, including user guides, release notes, and training materials.
- Oversee product training sessions for internal teams and customers to ensure effective adoption and usage of the platform.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in computer science, Engineering, or a related field. Advanced degrees are a plus.
- Proven experience as a Product Owner or similar role in a software development environment.
- Strong understanding of containerization technologies (e.g., OpenShift, Docker, Kubernetes) and infrastructure-as-code concepts.
- Familiarity with Agile/Scrum methodologies and experience working in an Agile development environment.
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with a keen eye for detail.
- Exceptional communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and stakeholders.
- Strong organizational and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
- Knowledge of DevOps practices and CI/CD pipelines.
Compensation
In the spirit of pay transparency, we are excited to share that the starting base pay range for this position is $74,830.00 - $117,590.00. Please keep in mind that this range is the base pay only and does not consider other components that make up the total rewards package for the position. If you are hired at Paychex, your overall compensation will be determined based on factors such as geographic location, skills, education, and/or experience which may result in total compensation outside of this range.
EOE, including disability/vets