Digital Product Owner

At Associated Bank we strive to create an inclusive culture where different perspectives are valued and recognized as strengths critical to our success. If you thrive in an environment where your growth and development are encouraged and supported, then Associated Bank may be the right place for you.

The Product Owner will function as an owner of a category or application/system, guiding build teams or individuals in the implementation of application and/or functionality at time of implementation and ongoing performance. The Product Owner will receive input from strategic product stakeholders including executive leadership, product management, internal companions, users of the solution, and others, in order to define the experience of a given capability. This role will work closely with other subject matter experts, third parties, design and research teams, and technology partners in order to convey roadmap and deliver functionality. Depending on business line, may have direct reports.

This position is not eligible for Visa sponsorship.

Candidates located in Wisconsin, Illinois and Minnesota are strongly preferred. 

We invite you to view the opportunity below. 

As a Digital Product Owner, you will: 

• Own, care and deliver of an application, system or categories
• Serve as subject matter expert for build teams and key internal partners; consulting and engaging as needed, ensuring appropriate priority of delivery and serving as the point of contact for issues and questions needing escalation
• Create and review initial Epics / Stories/ application or system focused projects; performing additional research and analysis in order to add detail and dependencies; creating or leading supporting team members, reviewing and approving relevant epic / story completion or application/system process and procedures
• Maintain a prioritized backlog of user stories, project issues, and enhancements to deliver exceptional internal and external customer experiences
• Drive focus across Product and IT while assisting in mitigating/resolving roadblocks
• Participate in / lead the following ceremonies as appropriate: product/project backlog grooming sessions, PI and sprint planning events, stand-ups
• Engage with stakeholders to define and implement end-user testing and concept validation, and to gain insights and identify customer/employee needs and solutions
• Act as gatekeeper to meeting ‘definition of done’ for each sprint or project phase
• Establish, manage and accountable for OKRs (Objectives and Key Results) for assigned business line category or categories, application or system

Education

• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent combination of education and experience in Business, Finance, or Technology. Required

Experience

• 3-5 years Product Ownership. Required
• 3-5 years Product Management and/or Design. Preferred
• 2-5 years Software/application development. Preferred

Licenses and Certifications

• Other CSPO, SAFe and/or POPM certification by start date. Preferred

In addition to core traditional benefits, we take pride in offering benefits for every stage of life. 

• Retirement savings including both 401(k) and Pension plans. 

• Paid time off to volunteer in your community. 

• Opportunities to connect with others through our diversity-focused Colleague Resource Groups. 

• Competitive salaries with professional development and advancement opportunities. 

• Bonus benefits including well-being programs and incentives, parental leave, an employee stock purchase plan, military benefits and much more.

• Personal banking, loan, investment and insurance benefits. 

Associated Bank serves more than 120 communities throughout Wisconsin, Illinois and Minnesota and we consider our colleagues critical to our continued success. See why our colleagues continually vote us a best place to work in the Midwest. Join our community on Facebook, LinkedIn and X. 

Compliance Statement

Associated Bank is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating a diverse workforce. We support a work environment where colleagues are respected and given the opportunity to perform to their fullest potential. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, religion, color, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or veteran status, among other factors.

Fully complies with all applicable enterprise policies and procedures. Acts in compliance with all applicable laws and regulations as outlined in training materials, including but not limited to Bank Secrecy Act. Responsible for reporting suspicious activity to Financial Intelligence. Responsible to report all customer complaints as prescribed and procedure violations to management or HR.

Responsible to report ethical concerns as needed to Associated Bank’s anonymous Ethics Hotline.

Associated Bank provides additional assistance throughout the application, interview and hiring process. Please contact [email protected] if you need an accommodation at any time during the process.

Associated Banc-Corp is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. Associated Banc-Corp participates in the E-Verify Program. E-Verify Notice English or Spanish. Know Your Right to Work English or Spanish.

Associated Bank is Pay Transparency compliant.

The pay range represents anticipated base pay for this role. Actual pay may vary based on factors including, but not limited to, work location, skills, experience, education, and qualifications for the role.

$88,480.00 - $151,680.00