Product Owner - Business Analyst

Synechron is seeking a dynamic Product Owner Business Analyst (SAFe Agile & Emerging Technologies) to lead product management initiatives within a fast-paced environment. The role involves guiding cross-functional teams to deliver innovative solutions, leveraging emerging technologies, and ensuring alignment with organizational goals. As a key stakeholder, you will drive product vision, facilitate Agile processes, and mentor team members, contributing to strategic business growth and technological evolution.

Required Skills:

• Hands-on experience with SAFe Agile framework and principles
• Proficiency with product management tools, such as Rally (CA Agile Central), Jira, or similar platforms
• Strong written and verbal communication skills for stakeholder management and documentation
• Ability to independently lead projects and manage multiple workstreams
• Experience in working with emerging technologies and digital transformation initiatives

Preferred Skills:

• Knowledge of emerging tech solutions like AI, Blockchain, Cloud, or IoT
• Ability to handle technical evaluation of new tools or platforms

• Serve as Product Owner for multiple projects, ensuring timely delivery aligned with business priorities
• Develop and maintain product backlog, define user stories, and prioritize features based on value and urgency
• Collaborate with business stakeholders, IT teams, and vendors to translate requirements into technical solutions
• Lead the development and implementation of projects utilizing emerging technologies and innovative methods
• Manage and track project progress, identify risks, and escalate issues proactively
• Mentor and guide team members and junior product owners for successful project execution
• Identify new technology opportunities to improve business processes and increase operational efficiency
• Facilitate Agile ceremonies, including sprint planning, reviews, and retrospectives
• Ensure comprehensive documentation and clear communication across cross-functional teams

Programming Languages:

• Not mandatory but beneficial: basic understanding of relevant programming languages such as Python, Java, or JavaScript for collaborating effectively with technical teams

Databases Data Management:

• Familiarity with data storage and management concepts, especially related to digital products or emerging tech integrations

Cloud Technologies:

• Knowledge of cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) for deploying solutions (preferred)

Frameworks and Libraries:

• Not specifically required but familiarity with frameworks supporting emerging tech (e.g., AI SDKs, blockchain platforms) is advantageous

Development Tools & Methodologies:

• Rally, Jira, Confluence, MS Teams, or other collaboration tools used within SAFe environments
• Agile methodologies, especially SAFe
• Basic data analysis skills to support decision-making

Security Protocols:

• Understanding of data security, privacy regulations, and compliance (preferred)

• Minimum 8+ years of experience in software development, project management, or business analysis within technology projects
• Proven track record of delivering projects using SAFe Agile frameworks
• Extensive experience working with cross-functional teams, vendors, and stakeholders
• Experience in integrating emerging technologies into business solutions
• Experience mentoring junior staff and leading multiple workstreams in dynamic environments

• Manage the end-to-end lifecycle of product development, from concept through delivery
• Define and prioritize product backlog and user stories for multiple teams
• Collaborate with business units, IT teams, and external partners to align project objectives with organizational strategy
• Lead Agile ceremonies, ensuring transparency, continuous feedback, and iterative improvements
• Evaluate new technologies and provide recommendations for adoption or pilot projects
• Track progress, compile reports, and communicate risks or roadblocks to leadership
• Mentor team members and foster a culture of innovation, accountability, and continuous learning
• Stay current with technological advancements and industry trends to inform product strategies

• Bachelor's or Masters degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Business Administration, or related field
• Professional certifications in Agile (Certified SAFe Product Owner/Product Manager, PMI-ACP, or similar) are preferred
• Proven experience in product management, business analysis, or project leadership roles involving emerging technologies

• Strong analytical and strategic thinking abilities
• Exceptional communication and stakeholder engagement skills
• Leadership qualities with capability to guide diverse teams and influence decision-making
• Adaptability to fast-changing environments and emerging trends
• Excellent organizational, planning, and multitasking capabilities
• Passion for innovation and continuous improvement

SYNECHRONS DIVERSITY & INCLUSION STATEMENT

Diversity & Inclusion are fundamental to our culture, and Synechron is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. Our Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) initiative Same Difference is committed to fostering an inclusive culture promoting equality, diversity and an environment that is respectful to all. We strongly believe that a diverse workforce helps build stronger, successful businesses as a global company. We encourage applicants from across diverse backgrounds, race, ethnicities, religion, age, marital status, gender, sexual orientations, or disabilities to apply. We empower our global workforce by offering flexible workplace arrangements, mentoring, internal mobility, learning and development programs, and more.