Product Owner II
GM Financial, Arlington, TX, United States
Why GMF Technology?Innovation isn’t just a talking point at GM Financial, it’s how we operate. From generative AI and cloud-native technologies to peer-led learning and hackathons, our tech teams are building real solutions that make a difference. We’re committed to AI-powered transformation, using advanced machine learning and automation to help us reimagine customer interactions and modernize operations, positioning GM Financial as a leader in digital innovation within a dynamic industry.Join us and discover a workplace where your ideas matter, your development is prioritized, and you can truly make a global impact.Flexible hybrid work environment (onsite 2 days a week/3 days remote) at our Arlington (AOC1), TX office.What makes you a dream candidate?Working knowledge of risk management, loss control management and coordinating vendor relationshipsThorough understanding of Vision/Roadmap creation, Portfolio/Program/Team Backlog creation, refinement and prioritizationProficient understanding of XML/JSON based APIs, Cloud Technologies, Service Virtualization, Test Data Management, and Data Driven Decision makingWorking knowledge of the Agile/SAFe Lean enterprise concepts and best practices and how they are applied in the workplaceExperience working within a matrix organization, collaborating with business stakeholders, user experience teams, project managers, product managers, developers and othersAbility to effectively define Product roadmaps and identify requirementsAble to demonstrate Servant leader management principles and practicesAbility to deliver best in class product experiences utilizing Design Thinking and Lean methodologiesAdvanced interpersonal, communication (verbal and written), cross-collaboration skills, including the ability to interact with team members at all levelsAdvanced problem solver who can clearly identify, analyze, and resolve issues as they ariseAbility to manage multiple projects simultaneouslyProficient persuasive and negotiation skillsProficient presentation skillsExperience and Education2-4 years of experience as a Product Owner/Manager on an Agile Scrum team requiredHigh School Diploma or equivalent requiredBachelor’s Degree or additional equivalent experience preferredAgile Certification (PSPO or CSP-PO or POPM/APM) requiredWhat We Offer: Generous benefits package available on day one to include: 401K matching, bonding leave for new parents (12 weeks, 100% paid), tuition assistance, training, GM employee auto discount, community service pay and nine company holidays.Our Culture: Our team members define and shape our culture — an environment that welcomes innovative ideas, fosters integrity, and creates a sense of community and belonging. Here we do more than work — we thrive.Compensation: Competitive pay and bonus eligibilityWork Life Balance: Flexible hybrid work environment, 2-days a week in officeAbout this Role:If you're driven to get results and would like to collaborate within a fast-paced, value focused team, then GM Financial may be the right place for you.
As a member of an Agile Scrum team, the Product Owner is responsible for the success of the product by maximizing the output of the development team.
The Product Owner directs and coordinates the product development and serves as a collaborative liaison between the Product Management and Product Delivery teams by prioritizing and evaluating work. This individual will maintain the product/team backlog, leading backlog prioritization of initiatives, aligning experiences across channels and touch points to ensure the best business results.Act proactively to consistently deliver on commitments with little supervisionAnalyze and communicate customer requirements to provide innovative solutions and recommend system, product and process enhancementsIdentify, evaluate and introduce new approaches/technology to use in product developmentExplore alternative ways to view and solve problems to achieve results beyond what is requiredLeverage innovation tools, creative processes, and diverse cross-functional experts to generate ideasFocus on constantly improving processes, products, and services and exploring innovative ways to do the jobTake advantage of opportunities to try unique ways of doing things and tests promising ideas to find new solutionsAsk provocative questions to understand current practices and the customer's experience before moving to problem solvingSeek to understand and experience the full array of stakeholders' (e.g., internal partners, suppliers, customers) behavior, needs, concerns, and desires to unlock new opportunities for innovationCommunicate potential benefits of new ideas to stakeholdersInfluence others by creating a participative, empowered environment to gain acceptance of ideas or plans using appropriate interpersonal styles and methodsTake immediate action when confronted with a problem or when made aware of a situationWork collaboratively with the Program/Product Managers to advise on the creation and partners to communicate product road map initiatives to the teams that result in great experiences for our customersCreate novel solutions with measurable value for existing and potential customers (internal or external)Partner with vendors and internal departments to ensure tasks are defined and documented with timely deliverables and within SLACommunicate with all levels of leadership, internal business partners and external vendor(s) regarding project status and production performanceEnsure clear communication and coordination across business to manage the scope of each product launch for on-time delivery of key featuresWork with the Agile team to craft high quality customer-centric user stories that exceed customer expectationsResponsible for leading the prioritization of the product backlog in partnership with product managementMeasure product performance using key information, processes and systems to ensure accountability for achieving business resultsFull timePosting Date: 2025-12-01
As a member of an Agile Scrum team, the Product Owner is responsible for the success of the product by maximizing the output of the development team.
The Product Owner directs and coordinates the product development and serves as a collaborative liaison between the Product Management and Product Delivery teams by prioritizing and evaluating work. This individual will maintain the product/team backlog, leading backlog prioritization of initiatives, aligning experiences across channels and touch points to ensure the best business results.Act proactively to consistently deliver on commitments with little supervisionAnalyze and communicate customer requirements to provide innovative solutions and recommend system, product and process enhancementsIdentify, evaluate and introduce new approaches/technology to use in product developmentExplore alternative ways to view and solve problems to achieve results beyond what is requiredLeverage innovation tools, creative processes, and diverse cross-functional experts to generate ideasFocus on constantly improving processes, products, and services and exploring innovative ways to do the jobTake advantage of opportunities to try unique ways of doing things and tests promising ideas to find new solutionsAsk provocative questions to understand current practices and the customer's experience before moving to problem solvingSeek to understand and experience the full array of stakeholders' (e.g., internal partners, suppliers, customers) behavior, needs, concerns, and desires to unlock new opportunities for innovationCommunicate potential benefits of new ideas to stakeholdersInfluence others by creating a participative, empowered environment to gain acceptance of ideas or plans using appropriate interpersonal styles and methodsTake immediate action when confronted with a problem or when made aware of a situationWork collaboratively with the Program/Product Managers to advise on the creation and partners to communicate product road map initiatives to the teams that result in great experiences for our customersCreate novel solutions with measurable value for existing and potential customers (internal or external)Partner with vendors and internal departments to ensure tasks are defined and documented with timely deliverables and within SLACommunicate with all levels of leadership, internal business partners and external vendor(s) regarding project status and production performanceEnsure clear communication and coordination across business to manage the scope of each product launch for on-time delivery of key featuresWork with the Agile team to craft high quality customer-centric user stories that exceed customer expectationsResponsible for leading the prioritization of the product backlog in partnership with product managementMeasure product performance using key information, processes and systems to ensure accountability for achieving business resultsFull timePosting Date: 2025-12-01