Product Owner - Apex Systems : Job Details

Exciting Opportunity: Join one of our Higher Education clients as a Technical Product Owner!

Are you passionate about bridging the gap between the education industry and technology? Do you thrive in a collaborative environment where your ideas can make a real impact? If so, we have the perfect opportunity for you!

About the Role:

We are seeking a talented and motivated Techinical Product Owner to join one of our top higher education clients. We are looking for someone who can hit the ground running and bring fresh perspectives to projects.

Location:

• Preferred: Maryland
• Work Arrangement: Hybrid model with flexibility! You'll be working remotely most of the time, but we value face-to-face collaboration during PI planning sessions, which occur 5 days every 3 months in Columbia, MD.

Key Responsibilities:

• Bridge the Gap: Act as a crucial link between our business and tech teams, ensuring clear communication and understanding of project needs.
• Innovate and Collaborate: Work closely with stakeholders to identify requirements and develop innovative solutions. Be a problem solver who can bring ideas from conception to delivery and testing.
• Manage Expectations: Set and maintain realistic expectations with all parties involved, ensuring smooth project execution and delivery.

What We're Looking For:

• Educational Background: Bachelor's degree in a relevant field.
• Experience: 5+ years in a similar role, preferably within an environment that utilizes Learning Management Systems (LMS) such as Blackboard or Canvas.
• Industry Knowledge: A background in education or edtech is highly desirable.
• Technical Skills: Ability to gather and translate requirements to tech leads, with experience in both Waterfall and Agile methodologies (operates in a hybrid environment).

Why Join Us?

• Innovative Environment: Be part of a forward-thinking team that values creativity and innovation.
• Professional Growth: Opportunities for learning and development in a supportive and collaborative setting.
• Flexible Work Arrangement: Enjoy the balance of remote work with periodic in-person collaboration.

If you're ready to take on a challenging and rewarding role where your contributions will make a significant impact, we want to hear from you!