Title:  Product Owner - Data Management (Fintech Industry)

This is Worldline

We are the innovators at the heart of the payments technology industry, shaping how the world pays and gets paid. The solutions our people build today power the growth of millions of businesses tomorrow. From your local coffee shop to unicorns and international banks. From San Francisco to Auckland. We are in every corner of the world, in every part of commerce.  And just as we help our customers accelerate their business, we are committed to helping our people accelerate their careers. Together, we shape the evolution.

The Opportunity

Are you passionate about the fintech industry and data management? Join our dynamic Data Management team as a Product Owner, where you will play a pivotal role in shaping our innovative data management solutions for the fintech sector. We are seeking a talented individual with a strong background in product ownership and a deep understanding of data management practices. If you are eager to collaborate with cross-functional teams, drive product development, and make a significant impact in the fintech space, this role is perfect for you.

Day-to-Day Responsibilities​

• Take ownership of the product roadmap for our data management solutions.
• Translate user requirements into well-defined user stories,  actively engaging with engineers to address any missing or unclear IT requirements. Ensure that the work breakdown structure (WBS) is entered or assigned to the engineer/project manager responsible for connecting team members to the WBS.
• Present user stories to the team during business item refinement sessions, ensuring that the WBS is available and addressing any questions or concerns raised by the engineering team.
• Collaborate with the team to estimate the effort required for each user story and assign them as appropriate (considering future assignment at the start of the sprint).
• Participate in project meetings, particularly when work or scope is unclear or significant. For smaller projects, delegate participation to the relevant team members.
• Define clear acceptance criteria for user stories and collaborate with the development team to ensure high-quality deliverables.
• Continuously monitor the progress of development sprints, address any roadblocks, and facilitate effective communication between stakeholders and the development team.
• Conduct regular user acceptance testing (UAT) to validate product functionality and ensure it meets user requirements.
• Analyze market trends, industry best practices, and customer feedback to identify opportunities for product improvements and innovation.
• Act as a subject matter expert for the product, providing guidance and support to internal teams and customers. 

Who Are We Looking For

We look for big thinkers. People who can drive positive change, step up and show what’s next – people with passion, can-do attitude and a hunger to learn and grow. In practice this means:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in a quantitative or technical discipline.
• At least 5 years of experience as a Product Owner or in a similar role within the fintech or financial services industry.
• Solid understanding of data management principles and best practices, including data warehouse, data integration, and data analytics.
• Understanding of the on-prem technologies: Oracle DWH, Informatica Power Center, QlikSense, SAP BO/BW.
• Familiarity with fintech products and services, including financial data platforms, risk management solutions, or regulatory compliance systems.
• Strong knowledge of agile methodologies, such as Scrum or Kanban, and experience working in an agile environment.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams and stakeholders.
• Analytical mindset with the ability to gather and analyze user feedback, market research, and industry trends to inform product decisions.
• Strong organizational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Proactive and self-motivated, with a passion for driving innovation and delivering exceptional user experiences.
• Proficiency in English (both written and verbal).

Shape the evolution

We are on an exciting journey towards the next frontiers of payments technology, and we look for big thinkers, people with passion, can-do attitude and a hunger to learn and grow. Here you’ll work with ambitious colleagues from around the world, take on unique challenges as a team, and make a real impact on the society. With an empowering culture, strong technology and extensive training opportunities, we help you accelerate your career - wherever you decide to go. Join our global team of 18,000 innovators and shape a tomorrow that is yours to own.

Learn more about life at Worldline at careers.worldline.com

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as an individual with a disability, or any applicable legally protected characteristics.