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/