Product Owner

Job Title: Product Owner

Location: Charlotte, NC

Work Arrangement: Remote

Employment Type: Contract

Duration: 6 months

Pay Range: $37.36/hr. To $41.85/hr. On W2 | $48.57/hr. to $54.40/hr. on C2C

Domain: Financial Services | Banking

Application Deadline: June 15, 2026

SKILLS REQUIRED

Primary (Must-Have):

• Core banking industry experience with deep knowledge of banking products and regulatory standards

• Proven expertise in Product Design and End-to-End Requirement Lifecycle Management

• Strong Proficiency in Agile methodologies, specifically managing workflows using Scrum and Kanban

• Advanced Business Analysis & Planning capabilities within high-velocity work environments

• Comprehensive experience driving cross-functional stakeholder alignment, workshop facilitation, and client relationship management

Secondary (Good to Have):

• Experience with market research execution and competitive insights synthesis

• Strong track record in identifying and implementing Agile process improvements

• Native analytical thinking and proactive risk/impediment mitigation skills

POSITION OVERVIEW

We are seeking an experienced Product Owner for a 6-month remote contract engagement based out of Charlotte, NC. Operating within the Core Banking and Product Management function, the incumbent will leverage deep financial sector expertise to drive business growth, translate complex business requirements into actionable plans, and deliver innovative product designs. Managing the entire requirement lifecycle, this role ensures seamless cross-functional execution and top-tier solution delivery within a high-speed Agile delivery model.

ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Develop and implement comprehensive business strategies to identify and capitalize on growth opportunities within the core banking sector

• Collaborate with cross-functional product and engineering teams to design innovative banking products that align perfectly with client needs, market trends, and strict regulatory standards

• Oversee and optimize the entire requirement lifecycle management process, translating complex business requirements into actionable backlogs, user stories, and technical specifications

• Facilitate workshops and strategic meetings to gather deep-level requirements, maintaining strong client relationships and driving absolute alignment across all enterprise stakeholders

• Utilize Kanban and Scrum methodologies daily to actively manage workflows, monitor project progress, address challenges proactively, and optimize delivery timelines

• Provide detailed business analysis and planning while conducting thorough market research to capture emerging trends and competitive insights that inform strategic product decisions

BENEFITS

Medical | Dental | Vision | 401(k)

EEOC Compliance

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment.

DISCLAIMER

AI Usage Policy: Pacer Group uses AI to assist in screening applications. Final hiring decisions are made by human recruiters based on qualifications and experience.