Product Owner

Hello

The client is looking for Product Owner for Pittsbrugh PA or Lake Mary FL ;

Midlevel profile with Banking client or Financial services preferred:

( only US Citizens or Green Card holders )

Project: Product Owner

Location: Pittsbrugh PA or Lake Mary FL ( 3 days/week)

Client: BNY Mellon

Job Duration: 6 months CTH

Description:

This is another Product Owner in either Pittsburgh or Lake Mary that will be managing a Pod that includes a Scrum Master and up to 10 developers working on BNYs wire transfer product. This is a 6 month CTH role and they are looking for someone at the VP Level
Job Description:

We are seeking a skilled and resultsdriven Software Product Owner to lead the development and enhancement of our Wire Transfer Processing platform. This role is critical in shaping our wire transfer services to meet the evolving needs of institutional and retail customers. You will collaborate with business stakeholders technology teams and external partners to deliver secure compliant and efficient wire transfer solutions that support highvalue timesensitive payments.

Key Responsibilities

• Product Strategy & Vision:
  • Develop and maintain the product vision and strategy for wire transfer processing ensuring alignment with the companys goals and market demands.
  • Stay informed of trends in domestic and crossborder wire transfers including regulatory changes and technology advancements.
• Product Roadmap Development:
  • Define and prioritize the product roadmap for wire transfer systems focusing on security reliability and efficiency.
  • Collaborate with stakeholders to capture and document requirements translating them into actionable deliverables.
• Stakeholder Collaboration:
  • Work closely with compliance teams to ensure the platform adheres to regulatory standards such as AML OFAC and sanctions screening.
  • Partner with treasury operations and client services teams to optimize the endtoend wire transfer experience.
• Execution & Delivery:
  • Serve as the Product Owner in Agile development processes owning the backlog and prioritizing features.
  • Ensure timely delivery of enhancements and fixes collaborating with engineering QA and operations teams.
• Performance Monitoring & Improvement:
  • Monitor system performance metrics and user feedback to identify improvement opportunities.
  • Implement enhancements to streamline processing times improve reliability and reduce operational risks.

Job Requirements
Education & Experience:

• Bachelors degree in Computer Science Information Systems Business Administration or a related field (Masters degree preferred).
• 5 years of experience in a product owner or product management role within financial services with a focus on wire transfers or similar payment systems.
• Strong background in managing highvalue payment platforms including domestic (Fedwire CHIPS) and crossborder (SWIFT) wire transfer systems.

Technical Skills:

• Indepth knowledge of wire transfer processes including settlement reconciliation and financial messaging standards like SWIFT MT and ISO 20022.
• Familiarity with software development lifecycle (SDLC) and Agile methodologies.
• Experience with payment gateways message transformation systems and API integrations.
• Understanding of compliance frameworks such as AML sanctions screening and fraud prevention in wire transfers.

Analytical & Communication Skills:

• Ability to analyze complex systems and translate business needs into detailed technical requirements.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills to engage both technical and nontechnical audiences.
• Experience in building and maintaining relationships with internal and external stakeholders including financial institutions and vendors.

Leadership & Collaboration:

• Demonstrated ability to lead crossfunctional teams including engineering operations and compliance.
• Proven experience managing stakeholder expectations and navigating competing priorities.
• A collaborative mindset with a focus on driving results.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Certified Scrum Product Owner (CSPO) or equivalent Agile certification.
• Experience working with domestic and international wire transfer platforms such as Fedwire CHIPS or SWIFT.
• Familiarity with emerging technologies like distributed ledger systems (e.g. blockchain) or AI for payment optimization.

Key Competencies

• Detailoriented with a focus on accuracy and operational excellence.
• Strong problemsolving skills and ability to work under pressure in a timesensitive environment.
• Passion for improving financial processes and delivering exceptional customer value.