Senior Software Product Owner (Hybrid: Chicago, IL - US) at Energy Solutions

Chicago, Illinois, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Senior (5 to 8 years), Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Energy, SoftwareIndustries

Requirements

Candidates must possess a bachelor's degree in Software Engineering, Computer Science, or another engineering field, along with over 10 years of successful product owner experience. A strong background in implementing Agile principles in a hybrid planning environment, good technical acumen, and a team-oriented approach are essential. Experience translating complex technical ideas into simple business language and influencing stakeholders is also required. The role is hybrid in Chicago, IL, with a minimum of one day onsite per week, and candidates cannot reside in DE, KY, MS, MT, NE, ND, or WY.

Responsibilities

The Senior Software Product Owner will lead the product development and implementation of a critical software ecosystem, managing multiple business unit stakeholders. Responsibilities include assessing product opportunities and risks, leading Agile process improvements, managing a complex backlog, and leading product design with functional specifications and workflows. They will translate customer needs into actionable plans, own features end-to-end, and prioritize the product backlog. Additionally, the role involves establishing product roadmaps, meeting with business stakeholders to discuss application functionality, refining user stories and epics in Jira, monitoring development progress, communicating product development status, defining product metrics, and coaching other product owners and business systems analysts.

Skills

Product Development

Agile Methodologies

Software Development Lifecycle

Roadmap Development

Stakeholder Management

Process Improvement

Technical Acumen

Team Leadership

Metrics Development

Resource Forecasting

Energy Solutions

Provides market-based energy and environmental solutions

About Energy Solutions

Energy Solutions focuses on creating large-scale environmental impacts through cost-effective solutions for carbon, energy, and water management. The company works with energy providers, government agencies, and businesses to improve their environmental footprint by offering expertise in energy efficiency, demand management, distributed energy resources, and clean transportation. Their approach involves identifying new technologies and collaborating with partners to accelerate market adoption and establish quality standards. Energy Solutions generates revenue by providing market-driven programs that help clients achieve energy savings and comply with regulations. With over 20 years of experience, the company is known for its reliability and commitment to meeting client needs while delivering significant energy savings and environmental benefits.

Oakland, CaliforniaHeadquarters

1995Year Founded

VENTURE_UNKNOWNCompany Stage

Energy, Social ImpactIndustries

201-500Employees

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

Company Equity

Remote Work Options

Paid Sick Leave

Paid Holidays

Paid Vacation

Risks

Emerging startups with advanced technologies increase competition in the clean energy sector.

Potential regulatory changes could impact program offerings and require adjustments.

Rising costs of raw materials may affect pricing strategy and profit margins.

Differentiation

Over 25 years of experience in energy and environmental management solutions.

Strong partnerships with governments to establish quality standards for new technologies.

Focus on market-driven, scalable solutions for significant environmental impact.

Upsides

Increased demand for energy management due to smart grid technology adoption.

Opportunities in clean transportation and carbon management from green hydrogen rise.

Growing corporate sustainability commitments boost demand for energy efficiency services.

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