A Product Owner in IT combines broad and strong knowledge of technology with deep knowledge of a functional domain. A PO is responsible for the product vision, roadmap, backlog and stakeholder management

Product owners will ensure that features and functions that are developed are in alignment & compliance with ING global standards, regulatory requirements, and risk management policies.

Product Owners may have Feature Engineers report into them.

Responsibilities

Delivery

Create and communicate a Product vision and strategy for delivery squadsMaximize the value of product delivery by owning, ordering, prioritizing and communicating the Product BacklogSolve impediments encountered in the development of the ProductActively involved in the creation of Epics, Features, User Stories and Tasks Active and timely Backlog management in collaboration with business and other IT stakeholders, with the ability to adapt quickly to impediments and challengesBuild great relationships with stakeholders in establishing realistic delivery and support objectivesEnsuring that functional and non-functional requirements are defined and met. Non-functional requirements include, but are not limited to: security, resilience, performance, contractual, legal and compliance requirements and obligationsDesigning and implementing risk mitigation plansEnsuring that Regulatory requirements are adequately metTake the role of an end-customer representative for the product and ensure that the end-customer’s experience and compliance is recognized by our delivery Squads

Practice & Craftsmanship

Ensure alignment with other requirements and squads that fall within and outside the Tribe/domainHelp the IT Area Lead, Squad Lead monitor the quality and performance of squads

Capability Development

Act as a customer evangelist and orient IT engineers towards a customer first focusCoach mentor & train feature engineers and analysts.

Other

Participate in risk assessments and mitigating activities as neededParticipate in audits and ensure the implementation of recommendations

Required Skills

Exceptional Stakeholder ManagementAbility to think independently and contribute to the overall effort without much direction.Ability to deal with ambiguity, simplify complexity and to work well under pressureOutstanding analytical skillsAction-oriented, decisive approach to work required, with the willingness to take a hands-on role to ensure deliverables are met on timeExperience in guiding and realizing changeProven experience in driving initiatives with high impactStrong communication, networking and influencing skills