Product Owner/Business Analyst
10 days ago
Waukesha
Job Description Ampersand is redefining how businesses and public entities manage deposits at scale—combining fintech innovation, treasury intelligence, and secure infrastructure into a unified platform that turns cash into a strategic asset. Our platform empowers B2B clients across both public and private sectors to handle complex financial workflows securely, efficiently, and in real time. Our technology is the core enabler of our service model—not just supporting operations but defining our market advantage. With our initial platform version launching soon, we’re entering a massive and fast-growing market with a clear opportunity to scale rapidly, capture market share, and expand through API-driven services and potential white-label offerings. We’re hiring a Product Owner / Business Analyst (PO/BA) hybrid to help shape and deliver the next generation of Ampersand’s platform. This role bridges business strategy, technology, and execution—translating customer and market needs into clear, actionable product requirements. You’ll work closely with engineering, product leadership, and external stakeholders to define features, refine user stories, and ensure we deliver scalable, compliant, and valuable software solutions. This is a hands-on role for someone who enjoys detailed systems thinking, process mapping, and stakeholder collaboration. As one of the early members of Ampersand’s product team, you’ll play a foundational role in building our product management discipline and delivery excellence as we scale. ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES: The following is a list of essential functions which may be subject to change at any time and without advance notice. Management may assign new duties, reassign existing duties, or eliminate a function. Product Ownership • Partner with the CTO and leadership to define product goals, priorities, and success metrics aligned to Ampersand’s strategic roadmap., • Own and manage the product backlog—writing and refining epics, features, and user stories that balance business value with technical feasibility., • Ensure that requirements are well-documented, testable, and understood by engineering and QA teams., • Collaborate with stakeholders (internal teams, clients, partners) to gather, analyze, and document business needs., • Translate high-level business objectives into functional and non-functional requirements., • Develop use cases, process flows, data mappings, and business rules to support solution design., • Serve as the liaison between technical and non-technical stakeholders—ensuring clarity and alignment between business intent and technical delivery., • Partner with QA and engineering to validate requirements and ensure deliverables meet acceptance criteria., • Work closely with data and engineering teams to understand Ampersand’s API architecture, SQL Server data models, and Azure ecosystem., • Define reporting and analytics needs to measure platform performance, adoption, and operational efficiency., • Drive process improvements in product planning, documentation, and delivery workflows., • Contribute to the development of product governance and change management practices., • Support roadmap communication and stakeholder updates with structured, clear documentation. QUALIFICATIONS, EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE: • 5+ years of experience in product management, business analysis, or related roles within software or technology organizations., • Proven success as a Product Owner or Business Analyst working in an Agile or hybrid Agile environment., • Strong understanding of software development processes, including sprint cycles, release planning, and backlog management., • Experience working with Microsoft-based technologies, such as:, • .NET applications and REST APIs, • Azure DevOps (for backlog, user stories, and delivery tracking), • Microsoft SQL Server or related data systems, • Power BI or other reporting tools, • Familiarity with financial systems, compliance-driven workflows, or fintech preferred., • Excellent analytical and documentation skills—able to create process maps, wireframes, and business requirements documentation (BRDs)., • Strong communication and facilitation skills with both business and technical teams., • Bachelor’s degree in Business, Computer Science, or a related field required; advanced certifications (CSPO, CBAP, PMI-PBA, or Agile certification) a plus. SKILLS & COMPETENCIES: • Business & Technical Translation: Ability to bridge the gap between user needs and technical implementation—comfortable with APIs, data models, and workflows., • Analytical Thinking: Excellent problem-solving and data analysis capabilities; able to dissect complex business logic., • Product Ownership: Skilled in backlog management, prioritization, and sprint planning using tools like Azure DevOps or Jira., • Communication & Facilitation: Strong written and verbal communicator; experienced in stakeholder workshops and requirements sessions., • Systems Orientation: Understands how modular architecture, APIs, and data layers interact in a Microsoft / Azure environment., • Collaboration & Influence: Works effectively across disciplines to align engineering, QA, and business objectives., • Attention to Detail: Produces precise, testable requirements and high-quality documentation., • Adaptability: Comfortable in a dynamic, scaling environment where priorities evolve and structure is being built., • Financial or Compliance Awareness: Understands regulated environments and the importance of data integrity and auditability. WORKING CONDITIONS: Traditional office environment with no unusual work conditions. § Prolonged periods sitting at desk and working on computer. § Frequent use of keyboard with repetitive motion of hands, wrists, and fingers. § Primarily office-based with occasional travel required for business meetings, regulatory engagements, or professional development. PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Ampersand, Inc. promotes an equal opportunity workplace, which includes reasonable accommodations of otherwise qualified disabled applicants and employees. § Speaking, hearing, and vision are required to perform essential functions. § Digital dexterity and hand/eye coordination in operation of office equipment. § Light lifting (~25 lbs.) and carrying of supplies, files, etc. § Body motor skills sufficient to enable the incumbent to move from one office location to another. Company DescriptionAmpersand is a tech-enabled financial technology company serving the needs of our treasury/cash management clients and financial institutions around America. Ampersand is redefining how businesses and public entities manage deposits at scale—combining fintech innovation, treasury intelligence, and secure infrastructure into a unified platform that turns cash into a strategic asset. Our platform empowers B2B clients across both public and private sectors to handle complex financial workflows securely, efficiently, and in real time.Ampersand is a tech-enabled financial technology company serving the needs of our treasury/cash management clients and financial institutions around America.\r\n\r\nAmpersand is redefining how businesses and public entities manage deposits at scale—combining fintech innovation, treasury intelligence, and secure infrastructure into a unified platform that turns cash into a strategic asset. Our platform empowers B2B clients across both public and private sectors to handle complex financial workflows securely, efficiently, and in real time.