Product Owner
Location: Memphis, TN
Job Type: Contract
Company: Nextech
Category: Product Owner - Design Systems & Component Strategy
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Product Owner
We are seeking a dynamic Product Owner to spearhead the development and scaling of a modern design system across a diverse portfolio of digital products. This pivotal position offers the opportunity to lead a cross-functional initiative that enhances user experiences, promotes consistency, and drives the adoption of reusable components within a complex product ecosystem. As a Product Owner, you will collaborate closely with product managers, UX designers, engineers, analysts, and key business stakeholders, ensuring that design standards are effectively implemented and maintained for long-term scalability and success.
This Product Owner position is ideal for professionals with a proven track record in managing design system initiatives or similar platform products. Your primary focus will be to create a unified framework that streamlines product development, aligns teams around shared standards, and optimizes digital experiences. If you excel in environments that require strategic thinking, problem-solving, and consensus-building, this role provides a unique opportunity to make a significant impact on the future of digital product design and delivery.
As a Product Owner, you will evaluate existing digital products and design system efforts to identify areas for standardization and improvement. By understanding the needs of various teams and leveraging your expertise in reusable component libraries, you will define and prioritize initiatives that maximize business value and user satisfaction. You will also be instrumental in shaping the roadmap for component development and championing the adoption of best practices across the organization.
The successful candidate will demonstrate strong communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to facilitate discussions, resolve conflicts, and drive alignment among diverse teams. Prior experience working with design systems, UI components, and cross-functional digital product organizations will be highly advantageous. Additionally, familiarity with AI-assisted approaches, product analytics, and usability measurement is preferred, as these skills will help further optimize the design system and enhance user experiences.
By joining our team as a Product Owner, you will play a key role in building scalable, user-centered digital products that meet the evolving needs of our organization. Take the next step in your career by applying today and help shape the future of our digital portfolio.
Product Owner - Summary- Lead the development and scaling of a modern design system for digital products.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive consistency and reusability across platforms.
- Strategically identify and implement opportunities for standardization and optimization.
- Champion the adoption of design and product standards to improve user experiences.
- Assess existing digital products, user experiences, and prior design system initiatives to uncover standardization opportunities.
- Partner with product managers, UX designers, engineers, analysts, and business stakeholders for holistic understanding and alignment.
- Define reusable UI components, patterns, and shared capabilities for use across multiple products.
- Translate design principles into scalable product requirements and component definitions in collaboration with UX leadership.
- Develop and maintain a prioritization framework that accounts for business value, user impact, implementation effort, and component reusability.
- Create and manage a comprehensive roadmap for component development and implementation.
- Drive alignment among multiple product teams to reduce duplication and enhance design consistency.
- Explore and integrate AI-assisted methods for pattern identification and design system optimization.
- Identify and implement strategies for improving product analytics, usability measurement, and performance monitoring.
- Competitive compensation package commensurate with experience and qualifications.
- Comprehensive benefits program supporting your health and well-being.
- Opportunities for professional growth and advancement within a forward-thinking organization.
- Engaging, collaborative work environment focused on innovation and excellence.
- Minimum 5 years of experience in product management or product ownership roles.
- Demonstrated experience with design systems, platform products, shared services, or reusable component libraries.
- Proven ability to translate complex business needs into clear product requirements and actionable plans.
- Experience collaborating with multiple product teams and functional disciplines to build consensus and drive results.
- Strong understanding of reusable UI components and design patterns for web, mobile, and digital platforms.
- Excellent communication, facilitation, and stakeholder management capabilities.
- Track record of working closely with UX and engineering teams throughout the product development lifecycle.
- Ability to work independently, prioritize effectively, and deliver high-quality results in a dynamic environment.
- Experienced in scaling enterprise design systems across multiple digital products.
- Familiar with AI-enabled product management workflows and automation initiatives.
- Knowledgeable in product analytics, user behavior measurement, and usability reporting.
- Background in large, cross-functional digital product organizations is advantageous.
- Self-motivated, adaptable, and comfortable navigating ambiguity and complexity.
- Be part of an organization committed to innovation and the delivery of consistent, user-centered digital products.
- The Product Owner position offers a rewarding challenge for professionals seeking to make a significant impact on digital product strategy and execution.
- Located in a vibrant area, offering a dynamic community and access to industry-leading resources.
- Apply now by clicking the job application button to take the next step in your career as a Product Owner.
This employer is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.