Product Owner Consultant
Company: Illuminative Strategies Inc.
Location: Springfield, IL (Remote)
Type: Full-time
Remote: Yes
Posted: 2026-11-07
About this role
Description
We are seeking dynamic and driven professionals passionate about solving complex operational and technology challenges to join our team as a Product Owner. This is an exciting opportunity for individuals who thrive at the intersection of business and technology, with a strong focus on process optimization, client engagement, and solution delivery. Our work environment includes:
- Remote hybrid position with approximately eight weeks of travel per year (two weeks per quarter) based on client needs
- Company-paid certifications and learning paths
- Growth and advancement opportunities
- On-the-job training & structured mentorship
- Inclusive, dynamic, and supportive team culture
Position Summary
As a Product Owner at ISI, you will lead the development and delivery of client-driven technology solutions built on top of optimized business processes. You will work with multidisciplinary teams—including Scrum team members, developers, public sector stakeholders, and other vendors/consultants —to translate business needs into actionable features and product requirements. You will act as the voice of the customer, managing backlogs, defining priorities, and ensuring solutions deliver value in alignment with a business’s strategic objectives.
This role requires a strong understanding of Agile methodologies, excellent stakeholder communication skills, and the ability to balance user needs with system functionality. You will play a key role in shaping the future of digital transformation efforts across multiple client engagements.
Job Duties / Essential Functions
- Serve as the primary point of contact for product vision, requirements, and backlog management
- Collaborate with internal teams and client stakeholders to define product goals and translate business needs into clear, prioritized user stories
- Work closely with solution architects, scrum leads, and developers to ensure alignment between technical solutions and business pr...