IT Product Owner

Job Description

The IT Product Owner serves as the primary liaison between business stakeholders and the development team, translating strategic objectives and business requirements into actionable product features. This position manages product priorities throughout the development lifecycle, supports Agile delivery practices, and collaborates with technical and business partners to deliver effective, user-focused solutions.

Responsibilities

• Define and communicate product vision, roadmaps, priorities, and product backlogs.
• Partner with cross-functional teams to gather business requirements and translate them into technical specifications and product features.
• Lead sprint planning, backlog grooming, and prioritization to support timely product delivery.
• Collaborate with developers, UX/UI designers, QA professionals, and business stakeholders to improve product functionality and usability.
• Promote Agile best practices, including iterative development and continuous stakeholder collaboration.
• Establish and monitor KPIs to measure product performance and success.
• Communicate product progress, risks, dependencies, and priorities to leadership and key stakeholders.
• Coordinate and support end-user training and product implementation activities.
• Manage multiple projects and competing priorities without direct supervisory responsibility.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Systems or a related field and at least three years of experience in IT
• Product Management or a related role; equivalent combinations of education and experience may be considered.
• Experience as a Product Owner, Business Analyst, or similar role within an Agile development environment.
• Strong knowledge of Agile frameworks such as Scrum and Kanban and the software development lifecycle (SDLC).
• Experience collaborating with development, UX/UI, QA, and business teams.
• Ability to translate business objectives and user needs into clear, actionable product requirements.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Familiarity with Agile tools such as Jira, Confluence, or Azure DevOps.
• CSPO, PSPO, or similar Product Owner certification preferred.
• Knowledge of IT systems, software development principles, and cloud technologies is a plus.
• Gaming and hospitality technology experience, including CMS, POS, PMS, or ERP systems, is preferred.
• Ability to manage changing priorities and work effectively both independently and collaboratively.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain required gaming licensure and a valid driver’s license.

About Us

Cherokee Nation Entertainment is one of the largest and most successful tribal businesses in the country. As the retail, gaming and entertainment entity of the Cherokee Nation, it owns and operates a variety of restaurants, entertainment venues, retail shops, fuel/convenience stores, golf courses, hotels, a horse racing track and an RV campground.

As the brand continues to expand its offerings and footprint, CNE remains dedicated to the well-being of the Cherokee Nation and the communities that it calls home.

Here's what awaits you:

• Health & Wellness:  Choose from top-notch health plans,  24/7 Telemedicine access , and  on-site health clinics  (at select locations).
• Financial Security:  Grow your future with a generous  401(k) match  and  paid vacation, sick time, bereavement, and holidays.
• Work-Life Balance:  Enjoy  flexible spending accounts ,  maternity/ paternity leave , and  voluntary benefits  for added peace of mind.
• And More:  Earn  incentives  based on performance,  refer friends  and get rewarded, and enjoy  discounts  and  holiday appreciation gifts .

About The Team

Immerse Yourself in World-Class Hospitality with Cherokee Nation Entertainment

Thrill, excitement, and entertainment await at Cherokee Nation Entertainment, one of the largest and most successful tribal businesses in the country . As the gaming and hospitality business of the Cherokee Nation, CNE owns and operate a diverse portfolio of leading brands, including Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Tulsa, nine Cherokee Casinos across Northeastern Oklahoma, and Gold Strike Casino Resort in Tunica, Miss.

Step into a world of possibilities:

• Gain experience delivering exhilarating gaming across electronic games, table games, and poker rooms .
• Help deliver legendary live entertainment from national and local acts at iconic venues like Hard Rock Live.
• Master your culinary craft at our diverse restaurants, from casual to upscale dining. Deliver smiles and unforgettable experiences, becoming a master of guest service and table-side magic.
• Help guests unwind in luxurious hotel accommodations and world-class amenities like pools, cabanas, and golf courses.

More than just entertainment, we are committed to the well-being of the Cherokee Nation and the communities that it calls home . We offer exceptional career opportunities with competitive benefits and a chance to be part of something truly special.

Company:Cherokee Nation Entertainment