Specialist, Product Owner

The Product Owner serves as the primary liaison between business stakeholders and technical delivery teams, ensuring that the unique needs of institutional investors are understood, analyzed, documented, and communicated effectively. This role is responsible for translating complex client requirements and broader business objectives into actionable solutions that drive value and support the firm’s strategic vision within the institutional investing landscape. Success in this position requires a comprehensive understanding of institutional investor workflows, priorities, and regulatory considerations, enabling the Product Owner to prioritize investment (engineering development), optimize business value, and guide delivery outcomes.

The ideal candidate will engage collaboratively as a core team member—contributing to all phases of product development. Key responsibilities include requirements elicitation, data analysis, product validation, issue resolution, and documentation, all tailored to the nuances of institutional client expectations and industry standards.

About the Role:

Reporting to a Senior Manager within Nasdaq eVestment Product Delivery, this position is tailored for an accomplished individual contributor who excels at bridging product, technology, and governance functions. The Product Owner will play a pivotal role in advancing Nasdaq eVestment’ innovative offerings for institutional investors, collaborating with internal and external stakeholders to assess needs, define requirements, and drive change throughout the continuous software development lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities:

• Demonstrate a thorough understanding of the institutional investing sector, including key client segments, market trends, and the solutions Nasdaq eVestment provides.
• Map complex business processes, document detailed business requirements, develop functional designs, and perform gap analyses to ensure alignment between client needs and product capabilities, supporting regulatory and operational standards specific to institutional investment management.
• Build and manage the product backlog, balancing new initiative development, product line enhancements, and ongoing technical maintenance and support items relevant to client workflows.
• Elaborate user stories for implementation, ensuring alignment with the Product Manager and business vision tailored to the client experience.
• Translate product roadmaps into a well-refined backlog of user stories, reflecting priorities and governance requirements as needed.
• Lead in an agile team environment, taking ownership of deliverables and contributing to agile project management, product testing, user training, and stakeholder support.
• Review, accept, or reject completed sprint work, ensuring it meets the rigorous standards and expectations of clients.
• Plan, organize, and facilitate User Acceptance Testing, with an emphasis on client workflows and data integrity.
• Provide production support, triage issues, and facilitate timely resolution in line with service level expectations and quality thresholds.
• Maintain consistent, transparent communication with team members, management, and stakeholders regarding project status and sprint outcomes, utilizing sprint reviews, release burndowns, and other reporting mechanisms as appropriate.
• Foster a collaborative environment with both the team and stakeholders, promoting cross-functional understanding and shared commitment to client success.
• Conduct all business activities in line with Nasdaq policies, procedures, and all applicable industry regulations.

About You:

• 5+ years of professional experience related to software development, business analysis or financial services.
• University degree in Business Administration, Finance, Information Systems, or Computer Science and industry certifications preferred (CSPO, CSM, etc.).
• Deep familiarity with institutional investment operations and asset management workflows is preferred.
• Advanced analytical and business skills, with the ability to uncover implicit, unstated, and emerging requirements from stakeholders.
• Demonstrated expertise in backlog management and proficiency with leading backlog management tools, tailored for complex, regulated environments.
• Strong meeting facilitation skills, including agenda development, decision documentation, and effective communication to keep all parties informed.
• Exceptional attention to detail with clear, concise communication and an ability to balance multiple priorities in dynamic settings.
• Solid understanding of web application development, SaaS platforms, and modern architectures as they pertain to enterprise solutions.
• Creative problem-solver, able to design innovative solutions to address evolving business challenges.
• Energetic, passionate, and deeply invested in project outcomes and the broader mission of serving clients.
• Demonstrated proactive client service and stakeholder management skills, with a focus on building strong client relationships.
• Self-motivated, with a continuous learning mindset and a drive to stay current on industry trends and technologies.

Come as You Are

Nasdaq is an equal opportunity employer. We positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of age, color, disability, national origin, ancestry, race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, veteran status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable law.

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request an accommodation.

What We Offer

We’re proud to offer a competitive rewards package that is meaningful, recognizes the unique needs of our employees and their families and incentivizes employees for their contribution to Nasdaq’s overall success.

In addition to base salary, Nasdaq offers significant other compensation (annual bonus/commissions and equity), benefits, and opportunity for growth. Exact compensation may vary based on several job-related factors that are unique to each candidate, including but not limited to: skill set, experience, education/training, business needs and market demands.

Nasdaq’s programs and rewards are intended to allow our employees to:

• Secure Wealth: 401(k) program with 6% employer match, Employee Stock Purchase Program with 15% discount, Student loan repayment program up to $10k, Company paid life and disability plans, Generous paid time off
• Prioritize Health: Comprehensive medical, dental and vision coverage, Health spending account with employer contribution, Paid flex days to support mental wellbeing, Gym membership discounts
• Care for Family: Hybrid home/office schedule (for most positions), Paid parental leave, Fertility benefits, Paid bereavement leave
• Connect with Community: Company gift matching program, Employee resource groups, Paid volunteer days
• Grow Career: Education Assistance Program, Robust job skills training and Professional development opportunities

For more information, visit Nasdaq Benefits & Rewards Career page.