We are

At Synechron, we believe in the power of digital to transform businesses for the better. Our global consulting firm combines creativity and innovative technology to deliver industry-leading digital solutions. Synechron’s progressive technologies and optimization strategies span end-to-end Artificial Intelligence, Consulting, Digital, Cloud & DevOps, Data, and Software Engineering, servicing an array of noteworthy financial services and technology firms. Through research and development initiatives in our FinLabs we develop solutions for modernization, from Artificial Intelligence and Blockchain to Data Science models, Digital Underwriting, mobile-first applications and more. Over the last 20+ years, our company has been honored with multiple employer awards, recognizing our commitment to our talented teams. With top clients to boast about, Synechron has a global workforce of 14,500+, and has 58 offices in 21 countries within key global markets.

Our challenge

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Product Owner with a background in banking to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of banking products, customer needs, and the ability to translate business requirements into actionable product features. This role will involve working closely with cross-functional teams to deliver innovative solutions that enhance customer experience and drive business growth.

Additional Information

The base salary for this position will vary based on geography and other factors. In accordance with law, the base salary for this role if filled within Pittsburgh, PA is $110k - $120k/year & benefits (see below).

The Role

Responsibilities:

• Define and communicate the product vision and roadmap aligned with the company’s strategic goals.
• Conduct market research and competitive analysis to identify customer needs and industry trends.
• Collaborate with stakeholders, including customers, business leaders, and technical teams, to gather and prioritize product requirements.
• Develop and maintain a detailed backlog of product features and enhancements.
• Act as the primary liaison between stakeholders and development teams, ensuring clear communication of product requirements.
• Participate in Agile ceremonies, including sprint planning, daily stand-ups, and retrospectives.
• Work closely with UX/UI designers to create wireframes and prototypes that meet user needs.
• Ensure that product features are developed according to specifications and delivered on time.
• Oversee user acceptance testing (UAT) to ensure that the product meets quality standards.
• Gather feedback from users and stakeholders to continuously improve product offerings.
• Present product updates and metrics to senior management and stakeholders.
• Foster strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders to ensure alignment and support for product initiatives.
• Good to have merchant services/payment domain experience

Requirements:

You are:

• 10+ years of experience as a Product Owner/Product Management in the banking or financial services industry.
• Strong understanding of banking products, services, and regulatory requirements.
• Proven experience in Agile methodologies (Scrum, Kanban).
• Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Familiarity with product management tools (e.g., Jira, Trello, Confluence).
• Experience in digital banking or fintech solutions.
• Certification in Product Management or Agile methodologies (e.g., Certified Scrum Product Owner).

 We can offer you:

• A highly competitive compensation and benefits package
• A multinational organization with 58 offices in 21 countries and the possibility to work abroad
• Laptop and a mobile phone
• 10 days of paid annual leave (plus sick leave and national holidays)
• Maternity & Paternity leave plans
• A comprehensive insurance plan including: medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and long-/short-term disability (plans vary by region)
• Retirement savings plans
• A higher education certification policy
• Commuter benefits (varies by region)
• Extensive training opportunities, focused on skills, substantive knowledge, and personal development.
• On-demand Udemy for Business for all Synechron employees with free access to more than 5000 curated courses 
• Coaching opportunities with experienced colleagues from our Financial Innovation Labs (FinLabs) and Center of Excellences (CoE) groups
• Cutting edge projects at the world’s leading tier-one banks, financial institutions and insurance firms
• A flat and approachable organization
• A truly diverse, fun-loving and global work culture

S​YNECHRON’S DIVERSITY & INCLUSION STATEMENT
 

Diversity & Inclusion are fundamental to our culture, and Synechron is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. Our Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) initiative ‘Same Difference’ is committed to fostering an inclusive culture – promoting equality, diversity and an environment that is respectful to all. We strongly believe that a diverse workforce helps build stronger, successful businesses as a global company. We encourage applicants from across diverse backgrounds, race, ethnicities, religion, age, marital status, gender, sexual orientations, or disabilities to apply. We empower our global workforce by offering flexible workplace arrangements, mentoring, internal mobility, learning and development programs, and more.

All employment decisions at Synechron are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to the applicant’s gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, ethnicity, disabled or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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