Jobs for People with MS: National MS Society

Xylem is a Fortune 500 global water solutions company dedicated to advancing sustainable impact and empowering the people who make water work every day. As a leading water technology company with 23,000 employees operating in over 150 countries, Xylem is at the forefront of addressing the world's most critical water challenges. We invite passionate individuals to join our team, dedicated to exceeding customer expectations through innovative and sustainable solutions.

The Role:

The Product Owne r is responsible for the design strategy, technical development, and support for FST. Continuous development and maintenance in close collaboration with the product manager, global devops and the operations manager for digital services.

The product owner is entitled to authorize sales/production stop when needed due to safety and quality issues.

Core Responsibilities:

• Overall responsibility for performance, quality, manufacturability, technical documentation, (warranty), product safety and ESH for owned products.

• Product safety and product quality linked to design.

• Product functionality and technical performance.

• Cost effective design and data maintenance.

• Support customers, developers, and operations team.

• Technical product data and technical content in customer product information.

• Execution and communication of technical changes.

• Perform a broad range of tasks as a resource in all phases of product development projects; for example, approve quality test reports, be a guarantor for synergies with other products and of best practice.

• Lead work with and initiate continuous improvements within own area of expertise.

• Lead strategic long-term product initiatives within own product range.

• Actively participate in standardizations between own and other product ranges.

• Product Backlog Management: Own and prioritize the product backlog, ensuring it reflects the product vision and goals.

• Sprint Planning: Collaborate with the development team during sprint planning to clarify requirements and set priorities.

• Release Planning: Plan and manage product releases, ensuring timely delivery of high-quality features.

• Team Support: Provide day-to-day support to the development team, making decisions to unblock progress and ensure smooth workflow.

Additional Responsibilities:

• Support other tasks within the company.

• Comply with company policies and instructions.

• Improvements of processes and routines that are used in daily work.

Key Relationships:

• External: Customers (users of FST)

• Internal: Product Development, Operations, Product Management, Sourcing

Qualifications:

• A bachelor’s degree in engineering or a related field with at least 4 years experience or equivalent work experience that provides exposure to fundamental theories, principles, and concepts.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to interpret complex data.

• Proficiency in MS Office and SharePoint

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

• Proven ability to lead and influence cross functional teams.

• Strong project management skills with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.

• Experience in developing and implementing product strategies and plans.

• Knowledge of market research and competitive analysis techniques.

Additional Information:

NOTE: Xylem does not provide visa sponsorship for this position

Travel Requirement: 5 to 15 days/year

Salary range:

$72,300.00 - $130,100.00

Join the global Xylem team to be a part of innovative technology solutions transforming water usage, conservation, and re-use. Our products impact public utilities, industrial sectors, residential areas, and commercial buildings, with a commitment to providing smart metering, network technologies, and advanced analytics for water, electric, and gas utilities. Partner with us in creating a world where water challenges are met with ingenuity and dedication; where we recognize the power of inclusion and belonging in driving innovation and allowing us to compete more effectively around the world.

At Xylem, you'll not only contribute to solving water issues but also have the chance to make a difference through our paid Volunteer Program, Xylem Watermark. We prioritize our employees' well-being through inclusion and belonging as well as our Employee Resource Groups (ERG). Proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity (including disability and veterans) and Affirmative Action workplace, Xylem fosters an inclusive environment free from discrimination or harassment.

Please note that the information in this job description outlines the general nature of the position and is not an exhaustive list of duties. Xylem is dedicated to providing reasonable accommodations to enable all employees to perform their essential job functions. We reserve the right to modify this job description and assign additional duties as needed. Embrace the opportunity to be part of Xylem's transformative journey in shaping the future of water technology! #XylemCareers #GlobalImpact #WaterInnovation