The Hartford Financial Services Group, Inc

Agile Product Owner - Global Specialty Data and Analytics

The Hartford Financial Services Group, Inc • $100K — $150K *
Hartford, CT 06106In-Person
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Less than 5 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • 2+ years as a product owner, business analyst or related role, preferably in data-focused initiatives.
  • Familiarity with Agile frameworks (SAFe, Scrum, Kanban, XP) and tools like JIRA and Rally.
  • Basic understanding of data concepts including data flows, analytics, and cloud platforms.
  • Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities in a self-motivated manner.
  • Strong communication skills tailored to diverse audiences.

Responsibilities

  • Lead daily agile product execution for Data Modernization initiatives.
  • Translate vision into sprint goals and actionable stories.
  • Manage the data product backlog, ensuring it aligns with business value.
  • Break down features into user stories with clear acceptance criteria.
  • Collaborate with engineering teams to develop cloud-based data products.
  • Identify priorities related to data quality and usability.
  • Validate that delivered solutions meet expectations and business value.

Benefits

  • Hybrid or Remote work arrangement with flexible office attendance.
  • Opportunities for collaboration across teams and business functions.
  • Participation in change management activities for new products.
  • Focus on continuous improvement through monitoring delivery metrics.
  • Potential for career growth within Data Modernization initiatives.
Full Job Description
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You are a customer-obsessed translator of vision into value-an agile product thinker who thrives in the space between strategy and execution. As a Data Product Owner (DPO), you'll be the heartbeat of your agile team(s), turning business intent into actionable stories and ensuring every sprint delivers meaningful impact.

You will help shape the future of Global Specialty's Data Modernization journey by partnering with business, technology, and data teams to define and deliver cloud-based data products. These products will power analytics, reporting, operational decision-making, digital experiences, and future AI-enabled capabilities. This is more than a backlog role-it's an opportunity to influence how data is leveraged across the enterprise while helping build a modern cloud-based data ecosystem.

How You'll Deliver Value

Data Product Delivery & Execution
  • Lead day-to-day agile product execution for one or more agile teams supporting Data Modernization initiatives.
  • Translate data product vision and modernization objectives into sprint goals, prioritized stories, and measurable outcomes.
  • Manage the data product backlog, ensuring clarity, readiness, and alignment to business value.
  • Break down features into user stories with clear acceptance criteria and definition of done.
  • Partner with engineering and architecture teams to define and deliver cloud-based data products and capabilities.
  • Help identify and prioritize opportunities related to data quality, accessibility, usability, and scalability.
  • Accept completed stories and validate that delivered solutions meet expectations and create business value.


Data Consumer & Business Alignment
  • Be the voice of the customer, business, and data consumer within the agile team(s).
  • Partner with Agile Product Managers, business leaders, and stakeholders to refine priorities and roadmap objectives.
  • Understand how business processes generate, consume, and depend upon data across the enterprise.
  • Ensure backlog items reflect business needs, customer outcomes, modernization goals, and technical feasibility.
  • Partner with stakeholders to define data product requirements, success measures, and adoption goals.
  • Continuously gather feedback from demonstrations and stakeholders to inform future iterations.


Collaboration & Communication
  • Work closely with Scrum Masters, Architects, Tech Leads, Data Engineers, Analysts, and stakeholders to ensure alignment and delivery readiness.
  • Engage with SMEs and business partners to clarify requirements and drive shared understanding.
  • Facilitate discussions to align on data definitions, ownership, business context, and expected outcomes.
  • Cascade updates and decisions to teams and stakeholders with clarity and purpose.
  • Partner with Data Steward to create and maintain product documentation, business definitions and requirements to ensure transparency and effective adoption of data products.

Change Enablement & Readiness
  • Support business readiness and change management activities tied to new data products and capabilities.
  • Monitor delivery metrics, product outcomes, and team health to identify improvement opportunities.
  • Support adoption by helping stakeholders understand the value and impact of delivered data products.
  • Help the team stay aligned to OKRs, modernization objectives, and value stream goals.

Success in This Role
  • Connect business objectives to data product investments.
  • Build trusted relationships across business and technology teams.
  • Bring clarity and structure to complex data-related challenges.
  • Deliver data products that improve decision-making, operational efficiency, and customer experiences.
  • Balance immediate business needs with long-term modernization goals.


Qualifications
  • 2+ years of experience in a product owner, business analyst, digital, technology, or related role. Experience supporting data-focused initiatives, reporting, analytics, or modernization programs is beneficial but not required. Analytical mindset with comfort using data to inform decisions and validate outcomes.
  • Fluency and Acumen: Familiarity with Agile frameworks (SAFe, Scrum, Kanban, XP) and tools such as JIRA, Rally, and Microsoft products. Foundational understanding of data concepts such as data flows, data products, analytics, reporting, and cloud-based data platforms. Exposure to technologies such as Snowflake, business intelligence platforms, or cloud ecosystems is helpful, but deep technical expertise is not required.
  • Agility & Adaptability: A growth mindset, curiosity, and a passion for solving business problems through data and technology. Self-motivated and energetic with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver results.
  • Collaboration Mindset: Strong partnership and influencing skills with the ability to work effectively across business, technology, and data teams.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to tailor messages to diverse audiences.
  • WORK ARRANGEMENT: This role can have a Hybrid or Remote work schedule. Candidates who live near one of our office locations have the expectation of working in an office 3 days a week (Tuesday through Thursday). Candidates who do not live near an office will have a remote work arrangement, with the expectation of coming into an office as business needs arise.


Compensation

The listed annualized base pay range is primarily based on analysis of similar positions in the external market. Actual base pay could vary and may be above or below the listed range based on factors including but not limited to performance, proficiency and demonstration of competencies required for the role. The base pay is just one component of The Hartford's total compensation package for employees. Other rewards may include short-term or annual bonuses, long-term incentives, and on-the-spot recognition. The annualized base pay range for this role is:

$100,000 - $150,000

About The Hartford Financial Services Group, Inc

The Hartford is an industry leading provider of property and casualty insurance, group benefits and mutual funds. Throughout our rich history of more than 200 years, countless businesses and individuals, including Robert E. Lee, Abraham Lincoln and Babe Ruth, have turned to our company for protection. The Hartford celebrated its 200th anniversary in 2010.

The Hartford Financial Services Group, Inc. Careers

Join the esteemed team at The Hartford Financial Services Group, Inc., a leader in investment and insurance, where we offer more than just job opportunities—we provide a platform for professional growth and innovation. As one of the most respected names in the financial services industry, The Hartford is dedicated to fostering a culture of diversity, leadership, and continuous development.

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Embark on a career with The Hartford and contribute to our mission of helping customers achieve amazing financial outcomes. You will have the chance to work alongside a team of experts who are not only skilled in their fields but are also passionate about making a difference.

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At The Hartford, we believe in nurturing talent through comprehensive training programs and robust career development opportunities. Our commitment to professional growth is evident in our dynamic leadership and diversity training programs that prepare you for the future.

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Innovation is at the heart of everything we do at The Hartford. Join us and bring your unique perspective to help shape the future of financial services. Our collaborative environment encourages creativity and is the perfect place to advance your skills in groundbreaking ways.

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The Hartford is not just a company; it's a community. We pride ourselves on a workplace culture that upholds the values of inclusivity and teamwork. By joining us, you’ll work on diverse teams that value your insights and encourage networking and mutual support.

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With a wide range of job opportunities, from internships to full-time positions, The Hartford offers a path for everyone. Whether you’re just starting out or looking to take your career to the next level, we provide the tools and support needed to succeed. Our benefits package is designed to ensure that our team members are well taken care of, not only at work but in all aspects of life.

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Learn more about The Hartford Financial Services Group, Inc
Size
18,500 employees
Market Cap
$24.1 billion
Industry
Finance & Insurance
Net Income
$1.7 billion
Founded
1810
5 Year Trend
+6.5%
Revenue
$20.5 billion
NASDAQ
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* Ladders Estimates

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