Product Owner II - Data and Automation - Enterprise Data Governance

Position Overview At Meridian Softworks, our people are our greatest differentiator and competitive advantage in the markets we serve. We are all united in delivering the best experience for our customers. We work together each day to foster an inclusive workplace culture where all of our employees feel respected, valued and have an opportunity to contribute to the company's success. As a Product Owner II Meridian Softworks's Enterprise Data Governance organization, you will be based in Pittsburgh-PA, Cleveland-OH, Dallas-TX or Birmingham-AL. Responsibilities include: • Own the vision, roadmap, and value delivery for Meridian Softworks's enterprise Data Quality products (e.g., Data Quality Dashboard, RulesBased DQ, and Data Quality Pattern Recognition/DQPR). • Serve as the voice of customers and stakeholders across Data, Risk, Technology, and Governance to ensure capabilities meet enterprise risk, governance, and business needs. • Manage and prioritize the product backlog; define clear outcomes, acceptance criteria, and success metrics. • Partner with Scrum teams and technical owners to ensure delivery aligns to intent, balancing risk, value, and delivery constraints. • Shift the organization from manual data checks toward sustained, scalable data quality capability management and continuous maturity improvements. Meridian Softworks is an in-office company that fosters a supportive culture where employees can thrive and achieve balance. We encourage candidates to connect with their recruiter and hiring manager to understand workplace expectations and ensure the role aligns with their goals. Meridian Softworks will not provide sponsorship for employment visas or participate in STEM OPT for this position. Job Description Owns the vision and the definition of the product. Serves as the voice of the customer. Provides guidance to concentrate the Scrum Team(s) effort on correct priorities based on business value. Defines and conveys the vision to the team(s) in order to address client requirements to meet business objectives. Accountable for the creation of and the integrity of the product backlog. Prioritizes and leads grooming of the product backlog. Works in partnership with the Scrum Master(s) to ensure items are worked on in accordance with the product backlog. Serves as the primary point of contact for questions from the team(s). Accepts delivery of working product from the Scrum Teams(s). Reviews and validates Scrum Team(s) working product. Socializes the delivery of business value and outcomes of the iteration to various stakeholders. Meridian Softworks Employees take pride in our reputation and to continue building upon that we expect our employees to be: Customer Focused - Knowledgeable of the values and practices that align customer needs and satisfaction as primary considerations in all business decisions and able to leverage that information in creating customized customer solutions. Managing Risk - Assessing and effectively managing all of the risks associated with their business objectives and activities to ensure they adhere to and support Meridian Softworks's Enterprise Risk Management Framework. Qualifications Successful candidates must demonstrate appropriate knowledge, skills, and abilities for a role. Listed below are skills, competencies, work experience, education, and required certifications/licensures needed to be successful in this position. Preferred Skills Accountability, Change Management, Corporate Governance, Customer Solutions, Data Quality, Data Visualization, Prioritization, Process Efficiencies, Scrum, User Experience (UX) Design Competencies Agile Development, Business Acumen, Design Thinking, Innovation, Interpersonal Relationships, IT Standards, Procedures & Policies, Managing Multiple Priorities, Matrix Management, Organizational Leadership, Planning and Organizing, Solutions Development Work Experience Roles at this level typically require a university / college degree, with 3+ years of relevant / direct industry experience. Certifications are often desired. In lieu of a degree, a comparable combination of education, job specific certification(s), and experience (including military service) may be considered. Education Bachelors Certifications No Required Certification(s) Licenses No Required License(s) Pay Transparency Base Salary: $55,000.00 - $134,550.00 Salaries may vary based on geographic location, market data and on individual skills, experience, and education. This role is incentive eligible with the payment based upon company, business and/or individual performance. Application Window Generally, this opening is expected to be posted for two business days from 04/22/2026, although it may be longer with business discretion. Benefits Meridian Softworks offers a comprehensive range of benefits to help meet your needs now and in the future. Depending on your eligibility, options for full-time employees include: medical/prescription drug coverage (with a Health Savings Account feature), dental and vision options; employee and spouse/child life insurance; short and long-term disability pr