Senior Product Owner (Remote)

Company Description

Vericast is the financial institution (FI) performance partner. We help banks and credit unions drive growth, improve efficiency, increase engagement and navigate change through the power of data, technology and people. Our advanced analytics, data-driven insights and integrated solution set enable better execution with agility, precision and scale. That’s why thousands of financial institutions look to Vericast and our 150 years of financial services expertise to help them achieve more. For more information, visit http://www.vericast.com or follow Vericast on LinkedIn.

Job Description

The Senior Product Owner is responsible for defining and managing the strategic direction of the product portfolio, ensuring alignment with overall business objectives. This role involves collaborating with cross-functional teams - including product marketing, sales, development, CRM, pricing, and customer support - to develop and communicate a clear product roadmap. The Sr. Product Owner will manage all Scrum team activities, foster cross-team collaboration, and serve as the central communication point to ensure alignment and clarity across departments. Key responsibilities include defining and maintaining the product backlog, breaking down epics into actionable features and user stories, and prioritizing tasks based on business and technical needs.

They will work closely with the pricing team to develop competitive pricing strategies and with product marketing to create effective go-to-market plans and sales enablement tools. This role requires continuous development of market and technical knowledge to inform product decisions, leveraging CRM tools and customer insights to guide product enhancements. The Sr. Product Owner will oversee the execution of the product development process, monitor performance against key KPIs, and make data-driven decisions to optimize the product portfolio. As the Subject Matter Expert (SME), the Sr. Product Owner will support clients through direct engagement and represent the product at various speaking engagements, webinars, and public forums, driving product awareness and market presence.

KEY DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES

• Product Strategy and Roadmap Management: Define and manage the strategic direction of product portfolio, aligning it with overall business objectives. Collaborate with cross-functional teams - including product marketing, sales, and other product owners - to develop a clear product roadmap. Regularly update and communicate the roadmap to stakeholders, ensuring alignment and clarity. 30%
• Cross-Functional Collaboration and Coordination: Manage all activities of the Scrum team, including Daily Stand Ups, Planning, Grooming, and Retrospectives. Create a relationship with the Scrum Team that fosters mutual respect and collaboration. Act as the central communication point between development, sales, marketing, …