Job Description:

Role Overview:

We are seeking a dynamic and results-driven Product Owner to lead the development and enhancement of high-impact insurance technology solutions. This role requires a strategic thinker with strong execution skills, capable of translating business needs into actionable technical requirements and driving cross-functional collaboration.

Key Responsibilities:

• Serve as the Product and Project Owner for multiple high-impact initiatives.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to gather requirements and translate them into user stories and technical solutions.
• Partner with engineering teams to align on release plans, resolve blockers, and ensure product relevance.
• Define and manage product roadmaps, set priorities, and establish clear objectives.
• Lead release planning, backlog grooming, and agile ceremonies (Kanban).
• Monitor KPIs and user feedback to drive continuous product improvement.
• Stay current with industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices in insurance and user experience.
• Write detailed user stories and acceptance criteria to guide development.
• Track development progress and report on milestones and deliverables.
• Evaluate and prioritize incoming requests to ensure focus on high-value outcomes.

Qualifications:

Required:

• Experience with Jira/Jira Align or similar backlog management tools.
• Proven ability to work on both customer-facing products and Mainframe systems.
• Strong analytical, decision-making, and communication skills.
• Ability to break down complex technical issues for non-technical stakeholders.
• Demonstrated success in delivering strategic initiatives and working in cross-functional teams.
• Familiarity with whole life insurance products.
• Experience in life new business, customer service, or product management.
• ALMI certification.