Sr Product Owner
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The Senior Product Owner role within Southwest Airlines’ Technology department focuses on leading the development and delivery of core HR and payroll solutions using Workday. This individual will work closely with business partners and technology teams to translate complex requirements into scalable solutions, ensuring compliance and operational efficiency. Daily responsibilities include defining product roadmaps, creating detailed requirements, and mentoring other Product Owners while maintaining technical integrity. The ideal candidate should have expertise in Agile methodologies, Workday configuration, and payroll operations, along with strong analytical skills and the ability to communicate effectively across multiple levels of the organization. This role supports Southwest’s dynamic workforce by driving innovation and improving the employee experience through strategic product development.
Skills
What you'll do
- Lead strategy, design, and delivery of HR and payroll capabilities for Southwest Airlines.
- Translate complex business requirements into scalable Workday solutions ensuring compliance and efficiency.
- Define detailed product requirements including features, user stories, and acceptance criteria across multiple products.
- Oversee the construction and implementation of integrated solutions to ensure functionality meets business needs.
- Mentor Product Owners and Scrum Masters in delivering successful Agile ceremonies and managing backlogs.
What we're looking for
- Advanced-level experience in Agile and Scrum software development methodologies.
- Deep functional expertise in Workday HCM and Payroll, including Core HCM and Compensation.
- Strong analytical skills with ability to assess data impacts and validate payroll results.
- Skilled in writing clear business requirements, user stories, and acceptance criteria.
- Experience collaborating with vendor partners, peers, offshore teams, and cross-functional support groups.
- Expertise in Agile methodologies applied in enterprise environments.
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Southwest Airlines is a major U.S. low-cost airline carrier.
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