Product Owner / Business Analyst

Position titleProduct Owner / Business AnalystDescriptionWe are looking for a Product Owner / Business Analyst with strong experience in the banking or financial domain (preferably payments). This role involves managing the end-to-end product lifecycle, working closely with cross-functional teams, gathering requirements, and delivering high-quality product features in an Agile environment. The candidate should be able to bridge business and technical teams while driving product strategy and execution.Responsibilities* Product Lifecycle Management: Manage product lifecycle from ideation to post-launch, define product strategy aligned with business goals and Deliver products within timeline and budget* Stakeholder Collaboration :Act as a liaison between business, engineering, QA, UX/UI, and sales teams , Conduct meetings to define product vision and priorities , Align teams on roadmap and OKRs* Requirements Gathering & Documentation: Gather functional, technical, and non-functional requirements (NFRs), Create User Stories and Business Requirement Documents (BRD), Define workflows, business rules, and system integrations* Agile Delivery :Work in Agile/Scrum environment: Track progress using velocity and burndown charts and Coordinate with teams for smooth feature delivery* Process Improvement & Analysis: Analyse current (As-Is) and future (To-Be) processes, perform gap analysis and identify improvement areas, Design prototypes and document pain points* Product Development Support: Collaborate with Product Managers and Architects for feature design, validate use cases and ensure quality releases and publish release notes and documentation* Training & Documentation: Create user guides, best practices, and training materials and support knowledge transfer to stakeholdersQualifications* 8–10 years of experience in banking or financial industry* Experience working as a Product Owner or Business Analyst* Strong experience in Agile/Scrum and Lean methodologies* Ability to create user stories, BRDs, and workflows* Strong technical understanding and ability to work with engineering teams* Experience managing product lifecycle and delivering products* Strong problem-solving and analytical skills* Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills* Ability to work onsite in ChicagoEducation* Bachelor's degree in business, IT, Finance, or related field* Equivalent experience is acceptableJob BenefitsWe offer more than just a job—we offer a community:

At Ancore, we provide exceptional benefits, including competitive Paid Time Off, comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance, and a robust 401(k) plan. But we don’t stop there.

We invest in your potential:

Every member receives a dedicated stipend to pursue professional development—be it certifications, a master’s degree, or even a doctorate. We encourage growth through flexible learning options, whether you're taking a course, earning a certification, or attending a conference. Curiosity is celebrated here, and continuous learning is a cornerstone of our culture.

We work hard—and make time for joy:

Ancore, fun isn’t an afterthought. From virtual and in-person events like happy hours,Job LocationChicago, IL, USA #J-18808-Ljbffr