Product Owner

DCCA is a veteran-owned IT business specializing in providing innovative solutions to a variety of government agencies and commercial enterprises since 1982. DCCA is proud to offer career growth opportunities and a competitive compensation and benefits package. Visit our website at: www.dcca.com

Product Owner

Candidate must have or be willing to obtain a Public Trust Clearance

For over 40 years, DCCA has provided a broad range of IT services to government agencies and commercial enterprises, helping them to feel confident in their IT infrastructure. With DCCA, these organizations can be confident in the flexibility and skill of their IT partners, allowing them to upgrade their technology quickly and efficiently. Better yet, thanks to DCCA's successful track record, clients can rest assured knowing DCCA can tackle any problem with ease, allowing them to focus on the work that matters.

Internally, DCCA prides itself on a culture built on integrity and inclusivity, allowing its employees to build lasting skills and relationships. As a veteran owned business, DCCA knows the importance of recruiting employees with a wide range of backgrounds, allowing for every problem to be approached by a diverse array of perspectives. Join us and be part of a team that has a people first mentality and a dedication to excellence.

Job Requirements:

* Lead a product team to define and complete program objectives

* Delegate or act as the Scrum Master for the product team

* Collaborate with the RTE to plan releases and sprints, and manage/prioritize the Product Backlog

* Perform business/systems analysis for user stories.

* Refine product backlog based on analysis and collaboration

* Evaluate existing or interfacing systems and provide analysis and recommendations on systems integrations

* Identify modifications and improvements to enhance efficiencies and performance of existing system features

* Identify core business needs and decompose and document in concepts of operation, briefings, and user stories; document business rules and construct use cases and workflow diagrams as needed

* Facilitate meetings between stakeholders, developers, and product owners

* Support testing activities, as needed, including execution of test plans and reporting defects using systems such as JIRA and Test Rails

* Monitor progress against deliverables, employing effective risk and issue management strategies

* Develop and maintain effective working relationships with CMS stakeholders and other contractors

* As needed collaborate with training team and provide post-implementation support

Required Skills:

Proven experience:

* 9+ years in one or more technical disciplines (e.g. architecture, process re-engineering, development, verification)

* 3 - 7 years of experience working on teams in an Agile SAFe development environment

* 2 - 3 years supporting CMS Medicare or Medicaid programs

* Analysis of user stories for impacts to security and 508 compliance

* Collaborating in a multiple contractor environment

* Exceptionally strong communication skills, verbal and written. Includes the ability to effectively communicate complex information to audiences with varying technical and system backgrounds and at multiple organizational levels

Desired Skills:

Experience with:

* Supporting client stakeholders with varying levels of agile experience

* Proficient in JIRA, Confluence, MS Word, and MS Excel

Education/Certifications:

* Computer Science degree or Bachelor's Degree in a related major

The proposed salary range for this position in Maryland is 110,000 to130,000. Final salary will be determined based on various factors. Our comprehensive benefit offerings include healthcare, retirement plan, paid disability and life insurance programs, employee assistance program, paid and unpaid leave programs, education assistance, and wellness initiatives.

At DCCA, we believe the key to providing our clients with unrivaled services starts with retaining top talent, something we're able to do through our consistent commitment to building culture and comprehensive benefits.

Competitive Compensation: While salary at DCCA is determined by various factors, we are committed to making sure our salaries reflect the skill and expertise of our employees. In addition, each year we perform an annual salary review ensuring pay is equitable across both the company and industry at large.

Growth Opportunities: DCCA makes it a priority to help you grow and support your career advancement. From upskilling programs to recertification support, to professional development opportunities, we're here to help you grow your career and create lasting relationships.

Emphasis on Inclusivity: DCCA's culture emphasizes respect, equity, and opportunity and is supported by an array of business resource groups and other opportunities for connection.

Empowering Health: DCCA's benefits which encompass healthcare, paid time off, and flexible 401(k) options encourage you to live a healthy and fulfilling life, both in and outside of work. Learn more about our total benefits package on our Benefits page.

Mission Focused Work: From the defense industry to health IT management, DCCA allows you to work on innovative projects whose outcomes improve people's lives and solve today's IT problems.

DCCA is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status.