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Description

United's Digital Technology team is comprised of many talented individuals all working together with cutting-edge technology to build the best airline in the history of aviation. Our team designs, develops and maintains massively scaling technology solutions brought to life with innovative architectures, data analytics, and digital solutions.

Job overview and responsibilities

Product Owner - IT holds a central position in each of the product/application development cycle with an in depth working knowledge of Airlines operations. A key strategist in developing functionality, based on full understanding of specific business functions, taking into account all of the associated business & technical dependencies involved. Excellent communicator with outstanding analytical skills in order to collaborate with business users, technology teams and leadership in an Agile environment. Drives agile development & testing teams by creating detailed requirements in the form of user stories from inception to delivery. Builds vision and create roadmaps, based on business priorities, track and manage progress of the product deliverables. High-level knowledge of the system design architecture to facilitate discussions needed for systematic updates to technical components, that deliver key functionalities to the user. Possesses deep knowledge of Agile/Scrum methodologies, DevOps & Quality Assurance processes.

+ Translates high level business requirements into detailed requirements (user stories) to be consumed by development pods in each sprint, while ensuring stories and features are added iteratively to the product to add overall value

+ Manages a story backlog to ensure readiness of user stories for the upcoming sprint and Creates acceptance criteria that is clear, concise and actionable

+ Contributes to overall definition of strategy and scope, including working with business stakeholders to understand ‘why’ we are working on something before development begins

+ Works with Product Owners to ensure that business requirements are translated into accurate, actionable user stories

+ Works with User Experience (UX) analysts to ensure prototypes convey story intent

+ Works with Dev and QA to understand the boundaries of any given story

+ Identifies opportunities for improvement across product, process and team

+ Analyzes data to ensure features are aligned with product goals/objectives and delivering the most business value

+ Provide project support during release and implementation periods

Qualifications

What’s needed to succeed (Minimum Qualifications):

+ Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or relevant filed is required

+ 4+ years digital experience required

+ Demonstrate exceptional knowledge of: SDLC processes, inputs/outputs, standards

+ Strong oral and written communication skills

+ Strong project organizations skill, including prioritization, planning and organization required

+ Able to Work with distributed teams (on shore and off) required

+ Ability to understand, communicate and engage effectively with multiple stakeholders and interactions

+ Strong problem-solving, listening, written and verbal communication, and decision-making skills

+ Ability to prioritize and manage time effectively

+ Must be legally authorized to work in the United States for any employer without sponsorship

+ Successful completion of interview required to meet job qualification

+ Reliable, punctual attendance is an essential function of the position

What will help you propel from the pack (Preferred Qualifications):

+ Certifications are plus

+ Prior Experience in Airport Operations and an understanding of how United Operations work

+ Deep knowledge TFS/Client or related tools

+ Agile/Scrum experience preferred

+ 2+ years in business analyst role preferred

+ Business/System requirements

+ DevOps Process

+ High-level understanding of Cloud Computing

The base pay range for this role is $109,820.00 to $149,600.00.

The base salary range/hourly rate listed is dependent on job-related, non-discriminatory factors such as experience, education, and skills. This position is also eligible for bonus and/or long-term incentive compensation awards.

You may be eligible for the following competitive benefits: medical, dental, vision, life, accident & disability, parental leave, employee assistance program, commuter, paid holidays, paid time off, 401(k) and flight privileges.

United Airlines is an equal opportunity employer. United Airlines recruits, employs, trains, compensates and promotes regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, physical ability, age, veteran status and other protected status as required by applicable law. Equal Opportunity Employer - Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled/LGBT.

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform crucial job functions. Please contact [email protected] to request accommodation.