Job#: 2087026

Job Description:

Product Owner

Location: On-site Madisonville, OH

Type: 6+ Month Contract (W2)

Pay Rate: Up to 65.hr

Overview:

We are seeking a Product Owner who is a proactive team player with strong communication skills, intellectual curiosity, and the ability to drive conversations and build relationships across the organization. This role will support the development and execution of product roadmap deliverables, working closely with cross-functional teams to define priorities and maximize business value.

Key Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with other Product Owners, Technology, and Line of Business partners to define and execute product strategies.
• Assist in developing and maintaining the product roadmap and prioritization framework.
• Drive conversations with stakeholders and proactively identify opportunities for improvement.
• Network effectively across business units and with other Product Owners to align on goals and dependencies.
• Partner with cross-functional teams including Risk, Finance, Operations, and Compliance to ensure product alignment.
• Maintain transparency and provide ongoing communication with stakeholders.
• Support all phases of development including analysis, design, testing, and deployment.
• Advocate for Agile/SAFe methodologies and maintain a healthy product backlog.
• Monitor industry trends and contribute to continuous product improvement.

Skills & Experience:

• 2+ years of relevant experience in product ownership or product management.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills; able to influence and collaborate across teams.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and drive initiatives forward.
• Experience working in Agile or SAFe environments.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a curious and growth-oriented mindset.

Preferred:

• Product Owner certification
• Experience with ServiceNow
• Financial Industry experience

EEO Employer

Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law.

Apex Systems is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRated's Best of Staffing® in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work® in the United Kingdom and Mexico.

Apex Benefits Overview: Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our ‘Welcome Packet’ as well, which an Apex team member can provide.