Associate Product Owner

Indianapolis, IN, United States

About DMI

DMI is a leading global provider of digital services working at the intersection of public and private sectors. With broad capabilities across IT managed services, cybersecurity, cloud migration and application development, DMI provides on-site and remote support to clients within governments, healthcare, financial services, transportation, manufacturing, and other critical infrastructure sectors. DMI has grown to over 2,100+ employees globally and has been continually recognized as a Top Workplace in both regional and national categories.

About the Opportunity

DMI, LLC is seeking a Associate Product Owner to support our client.

About DMI: DMI is a leading innovator in the field of digital transformation and Agile practices. We are committed to delivering high-quality products and services that drive value and growth for our clients. Our team thrives on collaboration, continuous improvement, and the pursuit of excellence. As we continue to expand, we are looking for an enthusiastic and dedicated Associate Product Owner to join our dynamic team.

Position Overview: The Associate Product Owner at DMI plays a crucial role in supporting the Product Owner and development team. This position is ideal for individuals who are passionate about Agile practices, customer-centric development, and are looking to grow their career in product management. The Associate Product Owner will assist in defining and prioritizing the product backlog, ensuring that the team delivers high-quality products that meet customer needs and business objectives.

Key Responsibilities:

Backlog Management:

Assist in the creation, refinement, and prioritization of the product backlog.

Ensure user stories and acceptance criteria are well-defined and understood by the development team.

Collaborate with stakeholders to gather requirements and translate them into actionable user stories.

Sprint Planning and Execution:

Participate in Sprint Planning meetings to help define Sprint goals and backlog items.

Work closely with the Scrum Master and development team to ensure that stories are appropriately scoped and ready for implementation.

Track and communicate progress against Sprint goals.

Stakeholder Communication:

Act as a liaison between the development team and stakeholders, ensuring clear communication of requirements and priorities.

Facilitate stakeholder feedback sessions and incorporate feedback into the product backlog.

Continuous Improvement:

Assist in conducting Sprint Reviews and Retrospectives, gathering feedback to improve processes and product quality.

Stay informed about industry trends, best practices, and competitive products to identify opportunities for improvement.

Documentation and Reporting:

Maintain accurate and up-to-date documentation of product features, user stories, and acceptance criteria.

Provide regular status updates and reports to stakeholders and management.

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.

1-3 years of experience in a product management or related role, preferably within an Agile environment.

Strong understanding of Agile principles and practices, including Scrum and Kanban.

Excellent communication, collaboration, and organizational skills.

Ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams and manage multiple priorities.

Experience with product management tools (e.g., JIRA, Confluence) is a plus.

Certified Scrum Product Owner (CSPO) or Registered Scrum Product Owner (RSPO) certification is preferred.

Qualifications

Skills needed

Business Analyst, User Story Definition, Requirements Gathering, Documentation in Jira with User Stories, Undertanding end to end SDLC

What We Offer:

Competitive salary and benefits package.

Opportunities for professional growth and development.

A collaborative and inclusive work environment.

The chance to work on innovative projects with a talented team.

Min Citizenship Status Required: Must be a U.S. Citizen

Physical Requirements: No Physical requirement needed for this position .

Location: Remote, US

Working at DMI

DMI is a diverse, prosperous, and rewarding place to work. Being part of the DMI family means we care about your wellbeing. We offer a variety of perks and benefits that help meet various interests and needs, while still having the opportunity to work directly with several of our award-winning, Fortune 1000 clients. The following categories make up your DMI wellbeing:

Convenience/Concierge - Virtual visits through health insurance, pet insurance, commuter benefits, discount tickets for movies, travel, and many other items to provide convenience.

Development – Annual performance management, continuing education, and tuition assistance, internal job opportunities along with career enrichment and advancement to help each employee with their professional and personal development.

Financial – Generous 401k matches both pre-tax and post-tax (ROTH) contributions along with financial wellness education, EAP, Life Insurance and Disability help provide financial stability for each DMI employee.

Recognition – Great achievements do not go unnoticed by DMI through Annual Awards ceremony, service anniversaries, peer-to-peer acknowledgment, employee referral bonuses.

Wellness – Healthcare benefits, Wellness programs, Flu Shots, Biometric screenings, and several other wellness options.

Employees are valued for their talents and contributions. We all take pride in helping our customers achieve their goals, which in turn contributes to the overall success of the company. The company does and will take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment individuals with disabilities and protected veterans, and to treat qualified individuals without discrimination based on their physical or mental disability or veteran status. DMI is an Equal Opportunity Employer Minority/Female/Veterans/Disability. DMI maintains a drug-free workplace.

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