Stanford University Hiring for Product Owner (Hybrid and/or Remote Opportunity) at School of Humanities and Sciences, Stanford, California, United States Full Time

Product Owner (Hybrid and/or Remote Opportunity)🔍School of Humanities and Sciences, Stanford, California, United StatesNew📁Information Technology Services📅2 days ago Post Date📅100730 Requisition #Product Owner (Hybrid and/or Remote Opportunity)

The School of Humanities and Sciences (H&S) is the foundation of a liberal arts education at Stanford. The school encompasses 23 departments and 25 interdisciplinary programs. H&S is home to fundamental and applied research, where free, open, and critical inquiry is pursued across disciplines. As the university’s largest school, H&S serves as the foundation of a Stanford undergraduate education no matter which discipline students pursue as a major. Graduate students work alongside world-renowned faculty to pursue and shape foundational research that leads to breakthroughs and discoveries that shed new light on the past, influence the present, and shape the future. Together, faculty and students in H&S engage in inspirational teaching, learning, and research every day.

Position Summary:

Stanford’s School of Humanities and Science IT team (H&S IT) is seeking a Product Owner to oversee the development and roadmap for the school’s web platform product, which supports a large portfolio of websites. The H&S IT Web Team designs, develops, and supports sophisticated, accessible, and mobile-responsive websites for 100+ H&S departments, programs, labs, and other groups, on the school’s web platform. The H&S web platform is built on a Drupal 9 content management system, and integrates with a variety of campus systems for content sharing and user authentication.

This is an exciting opportunity for the new Product Owner to co-develop the strategy, tactics, and product backlog that will continue to make the H&S web platform the platform of choice for over 90% of core H&S units for years to come. As a Product Owner, you will work closely with cross-functional teams, including developers, designers, and stakeholders to define and prioritize product features and requirements, including business priorities and technical needs. You will be responsible for communicating the product vision, for setting goals, and for ensuring successful delivery. You will have the opportunity to use a modern suite of products including, but not limited to Drupal CMS, Github, Percy, CircleCI, SiteImprove and others. You will also contribute to the creation of documentation and guidelines, champion best practices, and help ensure compliance with data protection and web accessibility guidelines.

The Product Owner must be comfortable with technical architecture conversations and agile sprints methodology, and should also exhibit sound prioritization and decision-making skills, excellent written and verbal communication, good stakeholder management, and a team-based and customer-focused mindset.

The Product Owner reports to the H&S Associate Director of Web Services, and works alongside project managers and contractors.

H&S IT is a remote work team that maintains core business hours during Pacific Time. All team members are required to convene together tri-annually on Stanford’s historic campus for 3-5 days to perform in-person planning and collaboration activities.

This is a 100% FTE, continuing position, exempt position.

We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive work environment; if you believe that this opportunity is a match for your knowledge, skills, and abilities, we encourage you to apply. Thank you for considering employment opportunities with the School of Humanities and Sciences.

CORE DUTIES:

· Translate business processes into system requirements and/or development of systems solutions.

· Analyze new business requirements, assist with feasibility of enhancement requests, system functionality, current system use and user needs.

· Specify functional analysis and design and work with developers and analysts to recommend solutions and resolve system issues.

· Review, research and evaluate software to determine its usefulness and appropriateness as related to existing or proposed business systems; assist or develop preliminary and detailed system design documentation.

· Develop instructional materials, training and job aids.

· Liaise with external vendors or partners in support of business systems, which may include system development, implementation and/or operations.

· Coordinate the implementation of new or modified business systems.

* Other duties may also be assigned.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

· Bachelor’s degree and five years relevant experience or a combination of education and relevant experience.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

· Knowledge of, computer system capabilities, business processes, and work flow.

· Experience with enterprise applications and understanding of database driven applications.

· Strong understanding of the software development life cycle.

· Current knowledge of rapidly changing computer technology.

· Skill in conducting interviews and facilitating group meetings.

· Skill in developing and conducting training programs.

· Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, including the ability to bridge functional and technical resources by communicating effectively with individuals of varying systems expertise and business needs.

· Strong listening, negotiation and conflict resolution skills.

· Ability to design and document complex business systems.

· Proven problem solving and analytical thinking and ability to approach problems logically and systematically.

In addition, preferred requirements include:

Responsibilities:

· Define and prioritize product features and requirements

· Develop and communicate the product vision and strategy

· Work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure successful delivery of product features

· Lead Agile or Scrum sprint methodology processes

· Conduct user research and analysis to inform product decisions

· Ensure product quality and user satisfaction

· Collaborate with stakeholders to gather feedback and incorporate it into the product roadmap

· Manage product backlog and prioritization

Qualifications:

· 3+ years of experience as a Product Owner or similar role

· Experience with content management systems

· Experience with Agile or Scrum sprint methodology

· Experience with Jira or other ticketing tool

· Experience with responsive and accessible web platforms

· Experience with version control tools and processes

· Familiarity with Drupal site building responsibilities

· Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

· Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

· Curiosity and interest in learning new skills

· Ability to manage multiple priorities and projects simultaneously

· Passionate about user-centered design and delivering quality products

This remote role is open to candidates anywhere in the United States. Stanford University has five Regional Pay Structures. The compensation for this position will be based on the location of the successful candidate.

The expected pay range for this position is $93,000 to $133,000 per annum.

Stanford University provides pay ranges representing its good faith estimate of what the university reasonably expects to pay for a position. The pay offered to a selected candidate will be determined based on factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the qualifications of the selected candidate, departmental budget availability, internal equity, geographic location, and external market pay for comparable jobs.

At Stanford University, base pay represents only one aspect of the comprehensive rewards package. The Cardinal at Work website (https://cardinalatwork.stanford.edu/benefits-rewards) provides detailed information on Stanford’s extensive range of benefits and rewards offered to employees. Specifics about the rewards package for this position may be discussed during the hiring process.

Why Stanford is for You

Imagine a world without search engines or social platforms. Consider lives saved through first-ever organ transplants and research to cure illnesses. Stanford University has revolutionized the way we live and enrich the world. Supporting this mission is our diverse and dedicated 17,000 staff. We seek talent driven to impact the future of our legacy. Our culture and unique perks empower you with:

● Freedom to grow. We offer career development programs, tuition reimbursement, or audit a course. Join a film screening or listen to a renowned author or global leader speak.

● A caring culture. We provide superb retirement plans, generous time-off, and family care resources.

● A healthier you. Climb our rock wall, or choose from hundreds of health or fitness classes at our world-class exercise facilities. We also provide excellent health care benefits.

● Discovery and fun. Stroll through historic sculptures, trails, and museums.

● Enviable resources. Enjoy free commuter programs, ridesharing incentives, discounts and more.

The job duties listed are typical examples of work performed by positions in this job classifications and are not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, tasks and responsibilities. Specific duties and responsibilities may vary depending on department or program needs without changing the general nature and scope of the job or level of responsibility. Employees may also perform other duties as assigned.

Consistent with its obligations under the law, the University will provide reasonable accommodation to any employee with a disability who requires accommodation to perform the essential functions of their job.

Stanford is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Additional Information

• Schedule: Full-time
• Job Code: 4772
• Employee Status: Regular
• Grade: I
• Requisition ID: 100730
• Work Arrangement : Hybrid Eligible, Remote Eligible