Product Owner I

Safety National is a leading specialty insurance and reinsurance provider, and they are seeking a Product Owner I to support the delivery of collaboration and end-user computing platforms. In this entry-level role, the candidate will work closely with engineering and business stakeholders to translate needs into actionable backlog items, while gaining hands-on experience with various platforms.

Responsibilities

• Support the delivery of secure, reliable, and high-performing collaboration and end-user computing platforms
• Partner closely with engineering, infrastructure, and business stakeholders to translate technical and operational needs into clear, actionable backlog items
• Help refine user stories, maintain a ready backlog, and participate in agile ceremonies
• Balance competing priorities across production support, maintenance, and enhancements, while ensuring alignment to business objectives, user productivity, and platform stability
• Operate with guidance while developing the ability to independently prioritize work, communicate effectively with stakeholders, and contribute to continuous improvement efforts across collaboration and infrastructure platforms

Skills

• Bachelor's or Associate's degree in Information Technology, Business, or a related field is required, or equivalent experience
• Minimum of 1 year of experience in Product Ownership, Business Analysis, or a related role
• Foundational knowledge of Microsoft 365 tools and collaboration platforms
• General understanding of cloud and enterprise infrastructure environments
• Ability to translate technical concepts into clear, actionable requirements
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills
• Must be presently authorized to work in the U.S. without a requirement for work authorization sponsorship by our company for this position now or in the future
• This position allows for a hybrid work schedule which includes a minimum of 3 days per week in our St. Louis Corporate Office
• Experience working in an Agile environment; familiarity with SAFe is a plus
• Exposure to Microsoft Entra ID, Exchange Online, Microsoft Teams, Azure Virtual Desktop (AVD), or Microsoft Intune
• Experience supporting backlog refinement, sprint planning, or user story development
• Understanding of identity, access, and endpoint management concepts
• Demonstrated ability to prioritize work in a fast-paced, collaborative environment

Benefits

• Generous health, dental, and vision coverage
• Health savings accounts
• A 401(k)-retirement savings match
• Annual profit sharing contribution
• Family forming benefits for adoption, fertility, and surrogacy
• Generous paid time off and paid holidays
• Paid parental and caregiver leave
• Hybrid work environment
• Company-paid life insurance and disability
• Professional growth and development opportunities
• Employee recognition and well-being programs

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