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Pax8 is the leading cloud-based technology marketplace, simplifying the cloud journey for our partners by integrating technology, business intelligence and proactive service to deliver an unparalleled experience. Serving thousands of partners through the indirect sales channel, our mission is to build the technology marketplace of the future. We are a fast-growing, dynamic and high-energy startup organization, allowing you to make a meaningful impact on the business. Culture is important to us, and at Pax8, it’s business, and it IS personal. We are passionate, creative and humorously offbeat. We work hard, keep it fun, and expect the best.
We Elev8 each other. We Advoc8 for our partners. We Innov8 continuously. We Celebr8 life.
No matter who you are, Pax8 is a place you can call home. We know there’s no such thing as a “perfect" candidate, so we don’t look for the right "fit" – instead, we look for the add. We encourage you to apply for a role at Pax8 even if you don’t meet 100% of the bullet points. We believe in cultivating an environment with a diversity of perspectives, in hopes that we can all thrive in an inclusive environment.
We are only as great as our people. And we have great people all over the world. No matter where you live and work, you’re a part of the Pax8 team. This means embracing hybrid- and remote-work whenever possible.
Position Summary:
A Product Owner is a strategic role that involves steering the development of products within an Agile framework. Technology Services Product Managers are responsible for defining the product vision, managing the product roadmap, and prioritizing the product work backlog for the delivery services teams to align with customer needs and company goals.
Essential Responsibilities:
- Creating and prioritizing the user story level product backlog, and continuously refining it based on stakeholder feedback and market changes
- Articulate customer desired outcomes, typically as user stories, to clearly communicate the features and functionalities needed and define what must be true to create value for the customer.
- Ensure complete transparency for customers by creating metrics driven dashboards, roadmaps and other communications that articulate team performance and set reasonable expectations for delivery.
- Align scope to meet required deadlines and align deadlines to meet required scope where appropriate through negotiation and collaboration with customers.
- Business Alignment: Spend time with your customers to understand what is most important to them to be able to act as a proxy for customer interests.
- Always available for delivery team to answer any questions they may have to facilitate a smooth development process.
- Defining and articulating the product vision to the team and strategy in alignment with company goals and customer needs.
Ideal Skills and Experience:
- Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Computer Science, or a related field.
- 3+ years of experience in product management/owner or a similar role.
- Familiarity with Salesforce
- Proven experience with Agile methodologies and frameworks.
- Strong understanding of product management best practices and principles.
- Excellent communication, leadership, and influencing skills.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
- Experience in managing cross-functional teams and driving strategic initiatives.
- Ability to work effectively with diverse teams and manage multiple priorities.
- Certification in Agile methodologies (e.g., Scrum, Kanban ) is a plus.
Role Competencies:
- Agile Methodologies and Frameworks: Proficiency in Agile methodologies such as Scrum, Kanban, or XP is essential. This includes managing product backlogs, prioritizing features, and facilitating iterative development.
- Product Road-mapping and Backlog Management: Ability to create and maintain a strategic product roadmap that aligns with the company’s vision and adapt to changes. Skilled in grooming and prioritizing the product backlog for maximum impact.
- Technical Expertise: Understanding the technical side of product development is crucial. This doesn’t necessarily mean coding skills, but a good grasp of the web development process and technology behind the product.
- Strategic Thinking: The ability to think strategically and align product development with business goals is important for driving innovation and growth.
- Communication Skills: Strong communication skills are necessary to ensure alignment and collaboration across various teams and stakeholders.
- Problem-Solving: Agile Product Managers should be adept at identifying problems and coming up with effective solutions.
- Leadership: Demonstrated leadership abilities to guide and motivate cross-functional teams towards achieving product goals.
- Experience: Previous experience working with cross-functional teams and practical experience of common methodologies like Scrum or Kanban is beneficial.
Required Education & Certifications:
- B.S./B.A. degree in Business, Computer Science, or a related field; or equivalent work experience
- Relevant certifications, such as
- Professional Scrum Product Owner I (PSPO I)
- Agile Product Management Certification (APMC):
- Certified Scrum Product Owner (CSPO):
- SAFe Product Owner/Product Manager (POPM):
Compensation:
- Qualified candidates can expect a compensation range between $99,000/yr and $125,000/yr or more depending on experience
Expected Closing Date: 10/21/2024
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*Note: Compensation is benchmarked on local Denver Metro area market rates. Qualified candidates in other locations can expect a salary package that may be adjusted based off applicable cost of wages in their respective location.
At Pax8 we believe that your Total Rewards should include a benefits package that shows how much we value our greatest assets. All FTE Pax8 people enjoy the following benefits:
- Non-Commissioned Bonus Plans or Variable Commission
- 401(k) plan with employer match
- Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
- Employee Assistance Program
- Employer Paid Short & Long Term Disability, Life and AD&D Insurance
- Flexible, Open Vacation
- Paid Sick Time Off
- Extended Leave for Life events
- RTD Eco Pass (For local Colorado Employees)
- Career Development Programs
- Stock Option Eligibility
- Employee-led Resource Groups
Pax8 is an EEOC Employer.
Equal Opportunities
Pax8 is an equal opportunities employer and welcome individuals who are in possession of the appropriate requirements to work within the country the role is based in. Offered individuals will be asked to undertake identity, security compliance and reference checks. Your privacy is important to us. Your data will be held in accordance with Data Privacy best practices and processed only in accordance with our recruiting processes.
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Buy, sell, and manage cloud solutions with the marketplace that fuels your business.
Our born-in-the-cloud platform modernizes the channel’s cloud journey with consolidated billing, automated provisioning, and industry-leading PSA integrations. And our technology is backed by responsive support, educational offerings, and the resources you need to grow your cloud business.
Pax8 has displaced legacy distribution by connecting the channel ecosystem to our award-winning cloud marketplace. If you want to be successful with the cloud, you want to work with Pax8.
Why Work With Us
At Pax8, we tackle complex challenges, work hard, make time to celebrate, & give back. Being a part of the Pax8 team means being passionate about the quality of your work, caring about the people you serve, & capitalizing on opportunities to improve. It means having each other’s backs, never stopping until a problem's solved & having fun.
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