- Collaborate with Engineering leadership to define and translate the platform vision and strategy into actionable technical designs and a long-term roadmap.
- Create, prioritize, and maintain a detailed technical product backlog, including epics, features, user stories, and acceptance criteria for the development team. This includes prioritizing technical debt alongside new features to ensure system health and agility.
- Provide clear guidance and clarification to the delivery teams during all Agile ceremonies (sprint planning, daily stand-ups, reviews, retrospectives). Perform code reviews for pull requests and to ensure coding standards are met. Be on point for resolving issues relative to architecture, orchestration, infrastructure, and CI/CD pipelines.
- Facilitate communication and alignment across cross-functional teams (e.g., engineering, architecture, Infosec, operations, and business stakeholders) to manage dependencies and ensure successful delivery of platform capabilities.
- Ensure clear and detailed documentation of designs and solution overviews. Ensure platform development aligns with security and regulatory compliance requirements.
- Deep understanding of web application architecture, architectural patterns, and design principles.
- Proficiency in Agile/Scrum methodologies and work management tools like Jira and/or Azure DevOps.
- Knowledge of databases (RDBMS, NoSQL, Redis), data transport (Service Bus, MQ) and data interchange formats (JSON, XML).
- Exceptional communication skills, with the ability to translate complex technical concepts into clear business value for non-technical stakeholders.
- Strong analytical thinking and problem-solving abilities to assess risks and make data-driven decisions.
- Excellent leadership and collaboration skills, capable of working effectively within and across multiple teams.
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Software Engineering, or a related field. A minimum of 3 years of experience as a Product Owner or Technical Product Manager in a software development environment.
- Master's Degree in a related field. Hands-on experience or a strong background in software development or system analysis. Proven experience working with microservices architectures, API design principles (RESTful services), containerization, and orchestration technologies. Familiarity with DevOps practices and CI/CD pipelines. A minimum of 3 years working in a banking, payments or financial services vertical.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Software Engineering, or a related field.
- Minimum of 3 years of experience as a Product Owner or Technical Product Manager in a software development environment.
- Deep understanding of web application architecture and design principles.
- Proficiency in Agile/Scrum methodologies and work management tools.
- Knowledge of databases, data transport, and data interchange formats.
- Exceptional communication skills for technical concepts.
- Strong analytical thinking and problem-solving abilities.
- Excellent leadership and collaboration skills.
What We Do
At Valley, we aren’t just your average financial institution; we're your trusted partner in building a brighter future. With a widespread presence across the U.S., we've been serving communities since 1927. For over 95 years, our team of dedicated professionals has been committed to creating better banking opportunities for our customers and fostering growth and prosperity in the communities we serve. From personalized financial solutions to comprehensive banking services, home mortgages, commercial lending, and wealth management, we're here to help you achieve your financial goals, no matter how big or small. We understand that each individual and business has unique challenges and opportunities, and we're here to listen, understand, and provide tailored solutions to help you succeed. ©2025 Valley National Bank. Member FDIC. Equal Opportunity Employer. Equal Housing Lender. All Rights Reserved.
