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We're looking to expand our product delivery capabilities with a Product Owner who can drive strategic product vision, manage complex roadmaps, and lead cross-functional teams through iterative development cycles. This contract role could position you at the center of how we shape product strategy and execution in a dynamic, metrics-driven environment. Please note the content of this advert does not represent a live vacancy. About the opportunity This is an opportunity to register your interest in future Product Owner roles within our organization, positions that could involve owning end-to-end product strategy, roadmap definition, and delivery coordination across engineering, design, and business stakeholders. Roles of this type typically sit within collaborative, fast-paced product teams where you would partner across functions to translate market insights and user needs into shipped features and measurable outcomes. Typical role overview

Location:

Chicago, Illinois, USA Type:

Contract

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Full-time Rate:

$560 - $800 per day Experience level: 10-15 years in product and delivery roles What you would do Typical responsibilities could include: Owning product vision and roadmap development, translating business objectives into prioritized feature releases Leading backlog refinement and user story creation in partnership with engineering and design teams Driving stakeholder collaboration across engineering, product, marketing, and business functions to align on priorities and timelines Making metrics-driven decisions, using data to validate hypotheses and guide feature prioritization Coordinating cross-functional delivery, removing blockers and ensuring milestones are met Leading and mentoring product team members, raising standards for how product thinking is applied across the organization Partnering with key stakeholders to gather requirements, validate assumptions, and communicate product direction What you could bring Most roles of this type require the following: Must-have 10-15 years of product management or product ownership experience, with at least 5+ years leading product teams Demonstrated expertise in user story creation, backlog refinement, and Agile/Scrum methodologies Strong stakeholder collaboration skills, with proven ability to influence and align cross-functional teams Experience making metrics-driven product decisions and using data to guide prioritization Background in Engineering, Computer Science, or Business (or equivalent professional experience demonstrating technical fluency) Proficiency in Jira or comparable product management tools Authorization to work in the United States Nice-to-have Experience in SaaS or B2B product environments Certification in product management or Agile (PSPO, Pragmatic Marketing, or equivalent) Track record of launching products or features that achieved measurable business impact What roles of this type could offer Most roles of this type offer the following, dependent on the industry and seniority of the role: Influence over product strategy and the ability to shape how features reach users Ownership of delivery cycles and scope to drive cross-functional coordination at scale Opportunity to mentor and develop product and delivery talent Exposure to metrics-driven decision-making and the ability to validate product hypotheses with real data Flexibility, professional development support, and the chance to work with high-performing engineering and design teams About Specialist Staffing Group We're a forward-thinking staffing and recruitment partner dedicated to connecting talented professionals with meaningful contract and permanent opportunities. We specialize in Product and Delivery roles, helping organizations build high-performing teams and supporting professionals in advancing their careers through strategic, well-matched placements. How to register interest If you are interested in being added to our database to be considered for future opportunities, registering is quick and easy. No cover letter required. We will be in touch when we are instructed on these roles to discuss the next step in your career. Please note that the content of this advert does not represent a live vacancy or any guarantee of future vacancies, and by responding to this advert you agree to us adding your details to our database for future opportunities.