REMOTE - Scrum Product Owner (ADO/ServiceNow Queries wanted) - R12453
CareSource · United States
- Hybrid
- Full-time
- $110,000 / year
- United States
Job highlights
- Maximize IT product value as Scrum Product Owner.
- Develop strategic product vision and goals.
- Prioritize backlog and define user stories.
- Collaborate with stakeholders and Scrum team.
- Champion agile best practices in IT.
About the role
Job Summary
The Scrum Product Owner fulfills the role of Scrum Product Owner as defined by the principles of Scrum to maximize the value of the IT product and work of the development team.
What We Are Looking For
- ServiceNow Queries
- ADO Queries
Essential Functions
- Develop the strategic vision for an IT product.
- Work closely with the Scrum team to maintain focus on goals, alignment with business needs and urgent matters, and adherence to strategic vision.
- Motivate the Scrum team by leading with purpose and providing clear goals and direction.
- Own prioritization of the product backlog including definition of user stories and acceptance criteria.
- Prioritize IT work in accordance with strategic vision, company goals and industry trends.
- Ensure acceptance criteria for UAT is set.
- Keep customers or users apprised of status and getting their feedback.
- Communicate effectively to ensure internal stakeholder expectations are set correctly.
- Participate in Sprint Planning, Sprint Retrospectives, and Sprint Demos.
- Understand, use, and champion agile best practices.
- Partner with stakeholders to understand needs across the enterprise.
- Work closely with other Product Owners to ensure product roadmap priorities are being met.
- Work closely with other Product Owners to identify dependencies, overlap, and integration opportunities.
- Perform any other job related instructions as requested.
Education And Experience
- Bachelor of Science/Arts degree or equivalent years of relevant work experience is required.
- Master’s Degree in Business or Health Administration is preferred.
- Minimum of five (5) years of business management or health care operations experience in insurance, managed care, or related industry is required.
- Minimum of three (3) years of experience in leading business initiatives to drive systemic change is required.
- Minimum of two (2) years of experience acting in a functional Agile Product Owner or Scrum Master role is required.
Competencies, Knowledge And Skills
- Proficient in Microsoft Office.
- Advanced computer skills.
- Formal Product Owner training is preferred.
- Ability to effectively interact with all levels of management within the organization and across multiple organizational layers.
- Strong interpersonal, leadership, and relationship building skills.
- Must be effective and efficient in identifying and proposing creative, innovative solutions to complex, time-critical challenges.
- Excellent analysis and collaboration skills.
- Ability to develop, prioritize and accomplish goals.
- Critical listening and thinking skills.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Decision making/problem solving skills.
- Ability to multitask and juggle competing priorities.
- Time management skills.
Licensure And Certification
- Professional Scrum Product Owner (PSPO) or Professional Scrum Master (PSM) Certification is preferred.
Working Conditions
General office environment; may be required to sit or stand for extended periods of time.
Key Skills/Competency
- Scrum Product Owner
- Agile Best Practices
- Product Backlog Prioritization
- User Stories
- Acceptance Criteria
- Stakeholder Management
- ServiceNow
- ADO Queries
- IT Product Vision
- Agile Methodologies
Skills & topics
- Scrum Product Owner
- Agile
- Scrum
- Product Management
- Backlog Prioritization
- User Stories
- Acceptance Criteria
- ServiceNow
- ADO
- Healthcare IT
- Managed Care
- Agile Coach
- Scrum Master
- Product Roadmap
- Stakeholder Management
How to get hired
- Tailor your resume: Highlight experience with ServiceNow, ADO Queries, and Agile Product Ownership.
- Showcase relevant skills: Emphasize leadership, communication, and problem-solving abilities in your application.
- Prepare for interviews: Be ready to discuss your experience with backlog prioritization and user story definition.
- Highlight certifications: Mention any PSPO or PSM certifications to demonstrate your agile expertise.
- Research CareSource: Understand their mission and values to align your application with their culture.
Technical preparation
Master ServiceNow and ADO query functionalities.,Practice writing clear user stories.,Prepare to define acceptance criteria.,Understand Scrum and Agile principles.
Behavioral questions
Describe leading a Scrum team with purpose.,How do you prioritize a product backlog?,Give an example of stakeholder communication.,How do you handle competing priorities?
Frequently asked questions
- What specific query experience is most important for the Scrum Product Owner role at CareSource?
- For the Scrum Product Owner position at CareSource, strong experience with ServiceNow Queries and ADO Queries is highly sought after. Demonstrating your ability to leverage these tools for effective product management and backlog prioritization will be key.
- What are the key responsibilities of a Scrum Product Owner at CareSource?
- As a Scrum Product Owner at CareSource, you will be responsible for developing the strategic vision for IT products, managing and prioritizing the product backlog, defining user stories and acceptance criteria, and ensuring alignment with business needs and company goals.
- Does CareSource prefer specific certifications for their Scrum Product Owner roles?
- While not strictly required, CareSource prefers candidates with formal Product Owner training. Professional Scrum Product Owner (PSPO) or Professional Scrum Master (PSM) certifications are preferred and can strengthen your application for this Scrum Product Owner role.
- What is the expected experience level for a Scrum Product Owner at CareSource?
- CareSource requires a minimum of two years of experience acting in a functional Agile Product Owner or Scrum Master role. Additionally, at least five years of business management or health care operations experience is necessary.
- How does CareSource approach remote work for their Scrum Product Owner positions?
- This particular Scrum Product Owner position is advertised as remote, indicating flexibility in where the successful candidate can be based. However, it's always advisable to confirm specific remote work policies during the application process.
- What kind of company culture can I expect at CareSource as a Scrum Product Owner?
- CareSource is dedicated to fostering an environment of belonging that welcomes and supports individuals of all backgrounds. They emphasize collaboration, continuous improvement, and understanding the business for their Scrum Product Owner hires.