Technical Product Owner/Manager

Prowess Consulting is assisting BD Performing Arts with the search for a Technical Product Owner. This role involves guiding the vision, user experience, and strategic execution of diverse technical initiatives, focusing on translating ideas into intuitive user interfaces and ensuring high-quality implementation through an outsourced development team.

Responsibilities:

• Drive requirements gathering through user research across a wide variety of users and stakeholders
• Translate ideas, user needs, and business requirements into clear, high‑fidelity user interface designs using Figma
• Create user flows, wireframes, prototypes, and UI specifications that bring concepts to life and ensure clarity for both stakeholders and developers
• Facilitate iterative design reviews with stakeholders, validate usability, and refine designs based on feedback
• Own the translation of stakeholder feedback and research insights into user stories and acceptance criteria; prioritize and maintain the feature backlog
• Collaborate closely with outsourced/offshore developers to ensure accurate implementation of Figma designs, clarify requirements, and maintain alignment throughout development
• Manage day‑to‑day development activities, including sprint planning, QA coordination, and release schedules
• Maintain product roadmaps for BD Performing Arts software platforms, both third‑party and proprietary
• Collaborate with partners inside and outside BD Performing Arts to innovate offerings and support technical initiatives across the organization
• Report progress, risks, and results to executive leadership on a regular cadence

Requirements:

• Work experience as a Product Owner or similar role in product management
• Demonstrated proficiency with Figma, including creating wireframes, prototypes, design systems, and developer‑ready UI specifications
• Professional experience working with software development teams and modern development processes such as SCRUM and AI‑assisted coding
• Progressive vision for AI, including coding (Claude code preferred), agents, security, and responsible AI
• Hands‑on experience managing all stages of the product lifecycle
• Technical background with knowledge of software development and web technologies
• Team‑oriented with excellent communication and facilitation skills
• BA or BS in social sciences, marketing, computer science, or a related discipline — or equivalent experience
• PMP or CSM certification desired
• Passion for pageantry, marching music, or performing arts is a plus but not required
• Experience with event management software or event‑driven businesses is a plus