Network Product Owner

Description •Hybrid in East Metro Twin Cities •We are looking for a network leader to support agile delivery for network-focused initiatives within a manufacturing environment. This Long-term Contract position will guide teams through effective sprint execution, strengthen collaboration across stakeholders, and help maintain clear priorities tied to business value, security, and operational stability. The role will work closely with product, engineering, and business partners to improve delivery consistency, visibility, and outcomes across enterprise network services.

Responsibilities:

Facilitate Scrum ceremonies including sprint planning, daily stand-ups, reviews, and retrospectives to keep teams aligned and delivery on track. Partner with product and technical stakeholders to help shape, clarify, and sequence work items so teams can execute against the highest-value priorities. Support backlog refinement by ensuring stories are well defined, dependencies are visible, and acceptance criteria are understood before development begins. Remove delivery obstacles and escalate risks early to protect sprint commitments and improve team momentum. Track progress through agile metrics such as burndown trends, throughput, and sprint outcomes to identify opportunities for better predictability. Promote transparent communication among business leaders, network engineering, security, architecture, and operations teams regarding status, risks, and changing priorities. Coach teams on Scrum practices and continuous improvement methods that strengthen accountability, collaboration, and delivery quality. Work with vendors and cross-functional contributors to coordinate efforts and keep deliverables aligned with broader network product goals. Support planning discussions by helping teams balance immediate delivery needs with longer-term resiliency, modernization, and security objectives.

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Requirements Certified Scrum Master credential is nice to have, not required. Background supporting network infrastructure at an engineer level, or enterprise technology initiatives is highly desirable. Hands-on experience participating in Agile Scrum practices for technical or infrastructure-focused teams. Strong understanding of sprint planning, backlog refinement, burndown tracking, and iterative delivery methods. Ability to guide cross-functional teams and foster alignment among business, engineering, and operational stakeholders. Experience identifying impediments, managing delivery risks, and driving resolution in a fast-paced environment. Strong communication skills with the ability to translate progress, issues, and priorities for both technical and non-technical audiences. Technology Doesn't Change the World, People Do. Robert Half is the world's first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles. Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more. All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information. 2025 Robert Half. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking "Apply Now," you're agreeing to Robert Half's Terms of Use and Privacy Notice.