Product Owner at Sinclair Broadcast Group

Hunt Valley, Maryland, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

08 Sep, 26

Salary

122000.0

Posted On

10 Jun, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Product Ownership, Agile Scrum, Requirements Documentation, User Research, Backlog Management, User Acceptance Testing, REST API, Boomi, ServiceNow, Low-code Platforms, Strategic Thinking, Data Analysis, Stakeholder Management, Problem Solving, Collaboration, Technical Troubleshooting

Industry

Broadcast Media Production and Distribution

Description

At Sinclair, we are looking for a Product Owner who is passionate about building software products that users love. This role is at the heart of our product development team, focusing on delivering impactful outcomes, solving real user problems, and continuously learning and adapting in a fast-paced environment. This role is assigned to our Integrations & Platforms team, connecting critical systems through boomi connectors, API, and maintaining/enhancing mission critical platforms that support ITIL , HR, Finance, and other areas of the business. Preferred Experience & Skills: * Comfortability with low/no-code platforms. * Familiarity with ServiceNow (or similar) ITIL platform. * Familiarity with REST API protocols. * Familiarity with boomi (or similar) integration platform as a service. * Bachelor’s degree in computer science, information technology, or related field. * 3+ years of Product Ownership experience (or equivalent professional experience). * Must be extremely comfortable using and troubleshooting intricate software. * Demonstrated ability to think strategically and creatively about complex problems. * A proactive and positive attitude in addressing challenges and opportunities. * High adaptability and flexibility, including deadline pressure, ambiguity, and change. * Sincere curiosity and a passion for continuous learning. * Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively and lead without authority. * Experience with Agile Scrum development methodologies. * Ability to create world-class requirements documentation (agile stories, PRDs, etc.) * Natural empathy for customers and commitment to discovering and solving their problems. * Ability to use both quantitative and qualitative data to drive product decisions. * Competence in identifying key metrics and interpreting trends and results. Responsibilities: * User Discovery and Requirements Gathering: * Conduct user research to understand their needs and challenges. * Translate user insights into clear and actionable product requirements. * Solution Development: * Collaborate with technical teams to develop feasible product solutions. * Participate in brainstorming and design sessions. * Backlog Management: * Create and prioritize product backlog items, such as user stories and bugs. * Maintain a clear, transparent, and accessible backlog for all stakeholders. * Scrum Team Liaison: * Act as the main interface with the scrum team, guiding them on product backlog items. * Participate in scrum ceremonies and provide necessary clarifications. * Subject Matter Expertise: * Develop in-depth knowledge of your assigned product areas. * Serve as a go-to resource for both internal teams and external stakeholders. * Product Artifacts: * Develop and maintain essential product documentation, including Product Requirement Documents (PRDs). * Ensure all documentation is up-to-date and clearly communicates product vision and requirements. * User Acceptance Testing (UAT): * Organize and conduct UAT sessions, gathering and integrating user feedback. * Other duties as assigned Please note that this position is not eligible for visa sponsorship, including employer sponsorship for an H-1B visa, OPT-STEM employment, etc. Sinclair is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and a drug free workplace. Employment practices will not be influenced or affected by virtue of an applicant's or employee's race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law. About Sinclair: Sinclair, Inc. (Nasdaq: SBGI) is a diversified media company and a leading provider of local news and sports. The Company owns, operates and/or provides services to 177 television stations in 79 markets affiliated with all major broadcast networks; owns Tennis Channel, the premium destination for tennis enthusiasts; and multicast networks CHARGE, Comet, ROAR and The Nest. Sinclair’s AMP Media produces a growing portfolio of digital content and original podcasts. Additional information about Sinclair can be found at www.sbgi.net [https://nam04.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.globenewswire.com%2FTracker%3Fdata%3D3VignZ6bj82Dd-SkPFU2EyVsheT6ibehXOTWoqIDGNmRuraEwf-V1mRCiNH7g0F5IPCL21sqDMW9Nf_wMdU1fg%3D%3D&data=05%7C02%7Ckeparker%40sbgtv.com%7Cea2698f7abcb4ddd090b08deaa1a8c1b%7C897dbc0dc02d43479a713e589c67f8aa%7C0%7C0%7C639135228162987610%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=pqWmpMthpAx7lLgjIMyHtsOY0H4krcQj7t%2BfHUkXl54%3D&reserved=0]. About the Team The life-blood of our organization is our people. We have a compelling story, a goal-oriented culture, and we take really good care of people. How good? Here is a glimpse: great benefits, open-door policy, upward mobility and a strong desire to see you succeed. Ready to be part of a winning team? Let’s talk. The base salary compensation range for this role is $90,000 to $122,000. Final compensation for this role will be determined by various factors such as a candidate’s relevant work experience, skills, certifications, and geographic location. Full time positions are eligible for benefits that include participation in a retirement plan, quarterly and annual incentive plan bonuses, life and disability insurance, health, dental and vision plans, flexible spending accounts, 15 paid vacation days, 2 paid personal days, 9 paid holidays, 40 hours of paid sick leave, parental leave, and employee stock purchase plan.

Responsibilities

The Product Owner manages the product backlog and translates user research into actionable requirements for the scrum team. They collaborate with technical teams to develop solutions and lead User Acceptance Testing to ensure product quality.