We’re seeking a Product Owner to help shape the next generation of Zipliens’ internal and client-facing tools. In this role, you’ll connect business goals, user needs, and technical execution—turning ideas into solutions that make lien resolution faster, clearer, and more efficient. You’ll collaborate closely with engineering, design, and stakeholders across the organization to define product direction, prioritize features, and ensure every release delivers measurable impact.
The ideal candidate is curious, analytical, and collaborative—someone who thrives at the intersection of strategy and execution, enjoys solving complex problems, and brings structure and clarity to fast-moving initiatives. You’ll help align teams around a shared vision, guide products from concept through delivery, and champion a balanced approach that considers business value, user experience, and technical feasibility.
Requirements
Responsibilities:
- Develop, communicate, and champion a clear product vision and strategy aligned with company goals and business value.
- Collaborate with stakeholders to define and refine product roadmaps, ensuring alignment with overall product strategy.
- Own and manage the product backlog, ensuring it is well-defined, prioritized, and refined based on user feedback and business impact.
- Translate high-level product requirements into detailed user stories and acceptance criteria that guide development and delivery.
- Partner closely with engineering and design teams throughout the product lifecycle to align priorities, balance technical feasibility with user and business value, and deliver intuitive, high-quality product experiences.
- Serve as the primary liaison between business stakeholders and product teams, translating business needs and feedback into product priorities and driving cross-functional alignment.
- Participate in agile ceremonies (e.g., sprint planning, daily stand-ups, sprint reviews, retrospectives) to promote collaboration and transparency.
- Ensure delivered features meet defined business outcomes and quality standards, providing measurable value to customers and the organization.
- Understand user pain points and needs through various research methods (e.g., interviews, surveys, usability testing) and integrate findings into product strategy and team priorities.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Business, Computer Information Systems, Computer Science, or equivalent practical experience.
- 5+ years of experience as a Product Owner, Business Analyst, or similar product-oriented role in an agile environment.
- Proven track record of successfully delivering products from inception to launch.
- Deep understanding of agile methodologies (Scrum, Kanban) and product lifecycle management principles.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills, combining data-driven decision-making with the ability to clearly convey complex concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
- Proficiency in product management and collaboration tools (e.g., Jira, Azure DevOps, Asana, Trello).
- Experience with user research and usability testing, and the ability to translate insights into actionable product improvements.
- Technical background or strong understanding of software development processes, enabling effective collaboration with engineering teams.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
- This role requires on-site presence at least three days per week (60%) in our Spring Hill, TN office.
Benefits
- Comprehensive Health Benefits (Medical, Dental, and Vision), including HSA with employer contributions, FSA, and Dependent Care FSA
- Company-Paid Life Insurance and Short-Term Disability
- 401(k) Plan with Company Match
- Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick Leave, and 10 Holidays)
- Paid Parental Leave
Pay Disclosure: The total base salary range for this role is $97,000 - $131,000 annually, with an opportunity for a discretionary bonus. Final compensation will be determined based on skills and experience.
