Product Owner w/EDI Experience

TISTA Science and Technology is seeking a Product Owner w/EDI experience who will work as a subject matter expert working with EDI data and business processes. 

TISTA associates enjoy above Industry Healthcare Benefits, Remote Working Options, Paid Time Off, Training/Certification opportunities, Healthcare Savings Account & Flexible Savings Account, Paid Life Insurance, Short-term & Long-term Disability, 401K Match, Tuition Reimbursement, Employee Assistance Program, Paid Holidays, Military Leave, and much more!

• Product Vision and Strategy 
  • Define and communicate the product vision, goals, and roadmap for the Electronic Branch Exchange (EBX) system in alignment with the VA's mission and objectives. 
  • Act as the primary advocate for Veterans, ensuring solutions are Veteran-centric and address their needs effectively. 
    
    
• Backlog Management 
  • Create, prioritize, and manage the product backlog, ensuring clarity and alignment with business priorities and stakeholder expectations. 
  • Assist with writing detailed user stories and acceptance criteria that are actionable for the product team. 
    
    
• Stakeholder Collaboration 
  • Work closely with VA business units, product teams, and external partners to gather and refine requirements. 
  • Facilitate ongoing communication between stakeholders and the product team to align deliverables with expectations. 
    
    
• Agile Development Leadership 
  • Serve as the primary decision-maker during sprint planning, reviews, and retrospectives. 
  • Provide clarity and guidance to the product team on priorities and expectations. 
  • Ensure the delivery of high-quality, incrementally developed features and stories within specified timelines. 
    
    
• Data Security and Compliance 
  • Ensure that all solutions adhere to federal security, privacy, and accessibility standards. 
  • Collaborate with compliance and legal teams to align with VA regulations and policies. 
    
    
• Performance Monitoring and Feedback 
  • Define and track key performance indicators (KPIs) to evaluate the success of the product capabilities delivered. 
  • Gather and analyze feedback from end-users and stakeholders to drive continuous improvement. 
    
    
• Change Management 
  • Actively participate in organizational change initiatives to ensure smooth adoption of enhancements and new features. 
  • Provide training materials, demonstrations, and support to end-users as needed. 

• 5+ years of experience as a Product Owner, Product Manager, or in a related role, preferably in a government or enterprise IT environment. 
• Proven track record of managing product development for electronic business exchange systems or similar platforms.
• Strong understanding of Agile methodologies (e.g., Scrum, SAFe) and experience working in Agile teams. 
• Knowledge of electronic data interchange (EDI), APIs, and secure data exchange protocols. 
• Familiarity with federal IT policies, standards, and compliance frameworks, including FISMA, NIST, and Section 508. 
• Exceptional communication, collaboration, and stakeholder management skills. 
• Ability to translate complex technical requirements into actionable user stories and priorities. 
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to make data-driven decisions.
• This role requires high-level of professionalism; and oral and written communications skills since there is a high level of interaction with the customer.

Preferred: 

• Experience in the Department of Veterans Affairs or other federal government agencies. 
• SAFe Product Owner/Product Manager (POPM), Certified Scrum Product Owner (CSPO) or equivalent certification. 
• Familiarity with Behavior-Driven Development (BDD) and Human-Centered Design (HCD) principles. 
• Experience with tools such as Jira, Confluence, or similar product management platforms. 
• Knowledge of the VA's mission, veteran needs, and federal electronic business processes.

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Business Administration, or a related field. 

Clearance: 

• The ability to pass a Tier 2/Modest Background Investigation

Location: 

•  Remote, USA

Pay Range:

• The suggested pay for this position ranges from $69,250 to $87,570
• The actual salary offer will carefully consider a wide range of factors, including your skills, qualifications, experience, and location
• Also, certain positions are eligible for additional forms of compensation, such as bonuses
• TISTA associates are eligible to participate in our comprehensive benefits plan! More information can be found here: https://tistatech.com/working-at-tista/