Senior Product Owner

This job is with Finastra, an inclusive employer and a member of myGwork – the largest global platform for the LGBTQ+ business community. Please do not contact the recruiter directly. Who are we?

At Finastra, we are a dynamic global provider of open finance software solutions, dedicated to expanding access to financial services. Our innovative applications span Lending, Payments, Treasury and Capital Markets, and Universal Banking. Proudly serving over 8,000 customers, including 45 of the worlds top 50 banks, we aim to boost financial inclusion for all. Join us and be part of a vibrant company that embraces diverse perspectives, and is committed to doing well by doing good.

We are looking for a talented Product Owner to join our Payments team.

As a Product Owner You Will Be Responsible For

• Analyzing the market & customer requirements, alongside the product manager, and design future capabilities from UX perspective
• Write detailed & high-quality product requirements and user stories
• Work closely with the R&D teams through development on agile methodology including determining scope and priorities for product development cycles
• Accept/Reject completed user stories
• Own and prioritize the product backlog
• Foster collaboration between R&D and the product teams
• Participate in customer requirements discussions
  
  

Essential Requirements

• Relevant academic background (degree in computer science, information systems or equivalent)
• Strong UX orientation or equivalent background
• 3 years of experience as a requirements analyst/product owner/system engineer in a software company
• Experience in designing end-to-end product solutions
• Excellent interpersonal & leadership skills
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent English - mandatory
• Self-starter, able to work in a fast-paced dynamic environment & work independently with minimal guidance.
• Experience in agile development - Advantage
• Experience in US financial industry/payment processing - Advantage
• Willingness to travel
  
  

Benefits

We are proud to offer a range of incentives to our employees worldwide. These benefits are available to everyone, regardless of grade, and reflect the values we uphold:

• Flexibility: Enjoy unlimited vacation, based on your location and business priorities. Hybrid working arrangements, and inclusive policies such as paid time off for voting, bereavement, and sick leave.
• Well-being: Access Confidential one-on-one therapy through our Employee Assistance Program, find support from our network of Wellbeing Champions and Gather Groups, and a calendar of monthly events and initiatives designed to help you thrive - Inside and Outside of work.
• Medical, life & disability insurance, retirement plan, lifestyle and other benefits*
• ESG: Benefit from paid time off for volunteering and donation matching.
• DEI: Participate in multiple DE&I groups for open involvement (e.g., Count Me In, Culture@Finastra, Proud@Finastra, Disabilities@Finastra, Women@Finastra).
• Career Development: Access online learning and accredited courses through our Skills & Career Navigator tool.
• Recognition : Be part of our global recognition program, Finastra Celebrates, and contribute to regular employee surveys to help shape Finastra and foster a culture where everyone is engaged and empowered to perform at their best.
• Specific benefits may vary by location.
  
  

At Finastra, each individual is unique, bringing their own ideas, thoughts, cultural beliefs, backgrounds, and experiences together. We learn from one another, embrace and celebrate our differences, and create an environment where everyone feels safe to be themselves.

Be unique, be exceptional, and help us make a difference at Finastra!

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