Technical Product Owner/Manager

Prowess Consulting is assisting BD Performing Arts with the search for a Technical Product Owner. This role will guide the vision and execution of technical initiatives, focusing on user experience and the full lifecycle of applications and systems, while collaborating with outsourced development teams.

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