Koch Industries - Wichita, KS
posted 4 months ago
We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Product Owner to join our team at Koch Capabilities. This individual will play a crucial role in owning and managing multiple Generative AI products, applications, and assets. The role will be part of the Koch Generative AI Capability and will report up through the CTO organization. The Product Owner will work daily with technical resources, leaders, other Product Owners, and enabling capability teams like Learning and Development. In this position, the Product Owner will start each day by reviewing the product backlog and prioritizing tasks based on the strategic direction set by the Product Manager. They will conduct daily stand-up meetings with the agile team to discuss progress and address any issues or blockers. Close collaboration with the development team is essential to clarify requirements and ensure they have a clear understanding of what needs to be done. Regular communication with stakeholders, including the Product Manager, will be necessary to provide updates and gather feedback. The Product Owner will continuously refine the product backlog, adding new items as necessary and updating existing ones to reflect changes in strategy. Participation in sprint planning meetings will be required to determine what work will be done in the upcoming sprint. The Product Owner will also review the progress of current tasks and adjust priorities as needed, identify potential risks or issues that could impact the product, and work on strategies to mitigate them. They will constantly think about the evolution of the product, considering customer feedback, market trends, and technological advancements. Additionally, participation in retrospective meetings at the end of each sprint will be necessary to discuss what went well, what didn't, and how processes can be improved for the next sprint.