Product Owner (Hybrid)

*Securian Financial Groups internal position title is Product Owner Consultant.

Position Summary:

As Product Owner for Partner Data Exchange (PDX) you will shape and execute the vision for secure scalable data integration between Securian EBS clients and partners. You will be empowered and accountable to drive outcomes through execution by collaborating with business technology and external stakeholders to modernize data exchange streamline data flows improve operational efficiency and deliver outcomes aligned to strategic priorities. This position requires someone who is passionate about understanding our customers who can bring creative and bold new ideas to life and who will deliver superior results consistently.

Responsibilities include but not limited to:

• In partnership with business and technology owners create a compelling product vision for Partner Data Exchange and develop and execute a product roadmap focused on measurable outcomes regularly sharing progress with stakeholders and the team.
• Define product OKRsmonitorand report on businessand technologymetrics/outcomes.
• Collaborate across Employee Benefits Solutions Enterprise TechnologyOperations and external partners to elicit analyze and understand needs constraints and risks aligning with organizational strategy and priorities.
• Collaborates with cross-functional teams technicalpartnersand product owners within your functional area.
• Engage and collaborate with teams and stakeholders to create and manage Agile artifacts (e.g. Product Roadmap Backlog) and information needed for prioritization decision-making; regularly assess features costs and impact todeterminewhether and when toproceed.
• Transform businessobjectivesand product strategies together with the needs of partners into specific actionable requirements forproduct agileteams.
• Drive day-to-day product management decisions by prioritizing andmaintainingthe sprint backlog for assigned products balancing the requirements of stakeholders and partners.
• Cultivate andmaintaineffective relationships with all stakeholders and partners helping the business create requirements for changes and improvements.

Qualifications:

• 3 years as a product owner with the ability to demonstrate realized business value and outcomes.
• Strategic thinker analytical and results driven.
• Leadership skills to gain credibility garner respect guide the creation of a self-organizing team and be assertive with business priorities and opposing viewpoints while adhering to Agile concepts and principles.
• Working knowledge of Agile practices. Understands the fundamentals of iterative development incremental delivery backlog management burn down metrics velocity and task definition.
• Strong communication facilitation and interpersonal skills to connect and engage team facilitate discussion advocate for team and negotiate with business/corporate areas mentor/coach team members and resolve conflict.
• Solid analytical skills creative problem-solving skills and high attention to detail.
• Ability to work with minimal direction flexibility to adapt to shifting priorities and schedules handle multiple issues simultaneously and manage stressful situations.
• Strong knowledge of technical concepts and architectural principles to drive scalable solutions.
  

#LI-Hybrid **This position will have a hybrid working arrangement working in-office for a minimum of 3 days a week.**

Securian Financial believes in hybrid work as an integral part of our culture. Associates get the benefit of working both virtually and in our offices. If youre in a commutable distance (90 minutes) youll join us 3 days each week in our offices to collaborate and build relationships. Our policy allows flexibility for the reality of business and personal schedules.

Preferred Skills:

Be you. With us. At Securian Financial we understand that attracting top talent means offering more than just a job it means providing a rewarding and fulfilling career. As a valued member of our high-performing team we want you to connect with your work your relationships and your community. Enjoy our comprehensive range of benefits designed to enhance your professional growth well-being and work-life balance including the advantages listed here:

Paid time off:

• We want you to take time off for what matters most to you. Our PTO program provides flexibility for associates to take meaningful time away from work to relax recharge and spend time doing whats important to them. And Securian Financial rewards associates for their service by providing additional PTO the longer you stay at Securian.
• Leave programs: Securians flexible leave programs allow time off from work for parental leave caregiver leave for family members bereavement and military leave.
• Holidays: Securian provides nine company paid holidays.

Company-funded pension plan and a 401(k) retirement plan: Share in the success of our company. Securians 401(k) company contribution is tied to our performance up to 10 percent of eligible earnings with a target of 5 percent. The amount is based on company results compared to goals related to earnings sales and service.

Health insurance: From the first day of employment associates and their eligible family members including spouses domestic partners and children are eligible for medical dental and vision coverage.

Volunteer time: We know the importance of community. Through company-sponsored events volunteer paid time off a dollar-for-dollar matching gift program and more we encourage you to support organizations important to you.

Associate Resource Groups: Build connections be yourself and develop meaningful relationships at work through associate-led ARGs. Dedicated groups focus on a variety of interests and affinities including:

• Environmental Health & Sustainability
• Mental Wellness and Disability
• Pride at Securian Financial
• Securian Young Professionals Network
• Securian Multicultural Network
• Securian Women and Allies Network
• Servicemember Associate Resource Group

For more information regarding Securians benefits please review our Benefits page.

This information is not intended to explain all the provisions of coverage available under these all cases the plan document dictates coverage and provisions.

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