Product Owner

Product Owner

We are seeking an experienced Product Owner10+ years of experience in Banking or Financial Services to join our team. The ideal candidate will have deep expertise in financial instruments (especially derivatives), accounting principles, and financial reporting, along with strong experience working in Agile environments.

Important Disclaimers

• Please note: A few of our roles may require in-person interviews at Cognizant offices or client locations, depending on project or client needs.*
• Candidate must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for employer sponsorship, now or at any time in the future*

In this role, you will

• Analyze and interpret financial data including derivatives and its accounting processes.
• Understand US GAAP standards and relevant financial reporting frameworks and consult with business users in suggesting relevant adoption.
• Collaborate with stakeholders and capture business requirements.
• Translate business requirements into functional specs, user stories, and process flows.
• Conduct daily scrum ceremonies with all stakeholders.
• Coordinate with onsite and offshore teams and ensure smooth delivery.

Work model: On Site

Location: Washington - DC

What you need to have to be considered

• 10+ years of experience as a Business Analyst in Banking or Financial Services.
• Certifications like CFA, CPA, or CSPO is a plus.
• Strong understanding of Financial Instruments, especially derivatives (options, futures, swaps).
• Sound knowledge on Accounting Principles and Financial Reporting.
• Hands-on experience with Agile/Scrum methodologies managing backlogs in Azure DevOps at an Epic, Feature, User Story and Task Level.
• Proficiency in SQL, Excel, and Data Analysis.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work with cross-functional global teams.

Salary and Other Compensation

The annual salary for this position is between $85K – $99,500 K depending on experience and other qualifications of the successful candidate.

This position is also eligible for Cognizant’s discretionary annual incentive program, based on performance and subject to the terms of Cognizant’s applicable plans.

Benefits

Cognizant offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements:

• Medical/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance
• Paid holidays plus Paid Time Off
• 401(k) plan and contributions
• Long-term/Short-term Disability
• Paid Parental Leave
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Disclaimer: The salary, other compensation, and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. Cognizant reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law