Sr. Technical Product Owner

POSITION SUMMARY
Brings Operations and Technology together by understanding the needs and limitations of both. Investigates and analyzes problems or requirements from an operations perspective. Designs solutions that align to the Product Management strategy and remain within technical parameters.

LOCATION
Remote - (UK)

FUNCTIONS OF THE JOB
Essential Functions:
which may be representative, but not all inclusive of those commonly associated with this position.

• Translates Product Managers' strategies into user stories that are clearly understood by operational partners, developers to code against and QA to test from. Provides artifacts such as wireframes, data flows, etc. to support that effort.
• Collaborates with cross-functional teams to identify user needs and ensure the product meets customer expectations.
• Oversees all stages of product creation, including design and development.
• Assesses the day's work and making any necessary adjustments to the product backlog.
• Works closely with Product Manager to prioritize backlog to align to Roadmap and keeps the Roadmap up to date with execution.
• Interprets a product and the requirements, evaluates all the options, works with developers/architects to understand any software limitations.
• Examines existing/new business models and flows of data and discusses findings with the Operational Partners, Product Manager and Engineering team as applicable.
• Assists in designing the most efficient and cost-effective solutions.
• Assists in the design of, and migration to, new platforms.
• Oversees the creation of technical user stories.
• Contributes to user manuals.
• Delivers mined data model with entities and attributes used by existing system(s).
• Creates appropriate data dictionary.
• Oversees data migration mapping.
• Delivers both functional and non-functional requirements (business rules).
• Creates wire frames, story boards and workflow models.
• Mentors peers with best practices and expertise.
• Regular attendance.
• Other duties as assigned.
• Supports our BMI Core Values and cultivates a culture of diversity and inclusion.

POSITION QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS
Education:
Four (4) year bachelor's degree in related field or equivalent years of experience. 
Experience:
Minimum of ten (10) years of product owner experience.  Three (3) years of agile / scrum team experience

SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Which may be representative, but not all inclusive of those commonly associated with this position.

• Knowledge of data analysis using SQL, ER diagrams and other tools is strongly preferred.
• Demonstrated experience in learning new technologies quickly.
• Experience mocking up user interface requirements using prototyping.
• Experience writing user stories for a development team.
• Very strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Organization and planning skills
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Conflict resolution skills.
• Strong facilitation skills.
• Ability to build and sustain collaborative working relationships at all levels.
• Flexibility with changing priorities.
• Critical thinking skills.
• Customer service oriented.
• Ability to mentor other Product Owners.

SALARY RANGE
The specific base salary offered to a successful applicant will be based on individual qualifications, skills, experience, and education.  The pay range is subject to change at any time based on various internal and external factors.  The position may also be eligible for one or more performance-based bonuses. In addition to cash compensation, BMI offers a competitive portfolio of benefits to its employees, as described below.

What We Give to You:

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401K with employer match
• Flexible spending accounts
• Paid vacation and paid sick/personal time
• 12 paid calendar holidays
• Paid volunteer time off
• Summer hours that offer more time for fun in the sun
• Company paid life insurance
• Up to 12 weeks paid parental leave
• Tuition assistance for qualified team members
• Commuter benefits (New York)
• Amazing and engaging culture
• Employee Resource Groups

BROADCAST MUSIC, INC. IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER:
 All applicants will receive equal opportunity for employment without regard of race, color, sex, religion, nationality, age, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, veteran's or marital status, disability, or any other cultural factor
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