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Product Owner II/III

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We are Farmers – where ambition meets opportunity.

 

At Farmers, we’re not just known for unforgettable jingle – we’re a team with a passion for purpose and making a real difference in people’s lives. We deliver peace of mind when it matters most. Our results-driven, high-performance culture thrives on creativity, accountability and bold solutions. Here, growth isn’t just a goal – it’s a way of life for both the organization and every individual on our team. We tackle challenges head-on, learn from every experience and measure our impact on the customers who trust us.

 

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Workplace: Hybrid ( #LI-Hybrid ), Remote ( #LI-Remote )

Farmers believes in a culture of collaboration, creativity, and innovation, which thrives when we have the ability to work flexibly in a virtual setting as well as the opportunity to be together in person. Our hybrid work environment combines the best of both worlds with at least three (3) days in office and up to two (2) days virtual for employees who live within fifty (50) miles of a Farmers corporate office. Applicants beyond fifty (50) miles may still be considered.

Job Summary

The APEX team is seeking a strong product owner to help elevate our Salesforce CRM. This person will work independently; leading key areas of product development using Agile practices including: managing the backlog, anticipating and prioritizing needs, guiding development, coordinating with stakeholders, and tracking progress. They will act as the customer representative, partnering closely with business owners and stakeholders to handle a high volume of complex work with minimal support.
 
The right candidate will develop a deep understanding of the business vision in order to drive execution, influence requirements, shape the Product Manager’s roadmap, and introduce new tools and practices that support continuous improvement. This role also provides leadership and mentorship to junior members of the Product Owner team and may serve as backup to the Product Manager when needed.

Essential Job Functions

  • Uses basic scientific and iterative practices to plan, test, adjust, and improve work.
  • Manages and prioritizes the team’s backlog based on business value and dependencies.
  • Serves as the main quality gatekeeper, approving when work is complete.
  • Applies strong business knowledge and communication skills to anticipate and solve problems.
  • Works across teams in a self‑organizing way to complete tasks and maintain an effective backlog.
  • Leads process and procedure changes with internal teams and external partners.
  • Uses critical thinking to decide how and when product features should be developed.
  • Acts as the main link between stakeholders, end users, and the team to ensure stories meet expectations.
  • Ensures all stakeholders collaborate on decisions and that developers receive clear direction.
  • Owns the full process and final product, ensuring alignment with goals and vision.
  • Helps prioritize the program backlog, manage dependencies, and evaluate progress each iteration.
  • Identifies and mitigates program risks.
  • Leads PO/ART sync meetings and system demos.
  • Facilitates Inspect & Adapt workshops to improve quality across teams.
  • Helps define iteration goals and drives execution and delivery.
  • Partners with business owners to understand needs, manage scope, and refine user stories.
  • Communicates requirements clearly and collaborates with the team to negotiate dependencies.
  • Works closely with the Product Manager to align on goals, vision, and decision‑making.
  • Plays a major role in PI planning, story definition, estimation, and sequencing.
  • Oversees product development activities including planning, refinement, review, and execution.
  • Partners with stakeholders to plan upcoming iterations and clarify questions.
  • Participates in team ceremonies to refine processes and support execution.
  • Keeps end‑user needs at the center to ensure solutions meet expectations.
  • Represents business interests and prioritizes stories to maximize team capacity.
  • Mentors junior Product Owners.
  • Performs other duties as needed.

Education Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree preferred.
  • SAFe Product Owner certified (within 180 days of hire) required.

Experience Requirements

  • 3-5 years experience in an Agile environment. 3-5 years experience in Product Owner role or minimum 1 year as a PO II.
  • Demonstrated leadership experience.

Special Skill Requirement

  • Strong insurance product and data knowledge.  
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills. 
  • Excellent organizational skills. 
  • Able to work in a fast paced, dynamic environment and react quickly to changes in direction. 
  • Develops and delivers effective presentations. 
  • Excellent collaboration and team building skills. 
  • Ability to effectively write user stories and break down features into user stories.
  • Ability to effectively handle multiple Agile teams as needed.

Physical Environment

The following are standard requirements for all positions. When applicable, some positions may have additional requirements essential to a specific job. This position operates in an open office working environment which will include normal and customary distractions, noise, and interruptions. Sits or stands for extended periods of time, up to a full work shift. Occasionally reaches overhead and below the knees, including bending, twisting, pulling, and stooping. Occasionally moves, lifts, carries, and places objects and supplies weighing 0-10 pounds without assistance. Listens to, interprets, and differentiates auditory information (e.g. others speaking) at normal speaking levels with or without correction. Visually verifies and reads information. Visually locates material, resources and other objects. Ability to operate a computer for extended periods of time, up to a full work shift. Physical dexterity sufficient to use hands, arms, and shoulders repetitively to operate keyboard and other office equipment up to a full work shift.

Benefits

  • Farmers offers a competitive salary commensurate with experience, qualifications and location.
    o CA Only: $102,450 - $174,240
    o CO Only: $96,075 - $150,260 
    o HI/IL/MN/VT Only: $96,075 - $160,710
    o MA Only: $96,075 - $160,710 
  • o MD Only: $96,075 - $160,710
    o DC/NJ/NY/OH Only: $96,075 - $174,240 
             o Albany County, NY/Cleveland, OH: $102,450 - $150,260 
    o WA Only:  $96,075 - $182,625 
  • Bonus Opportunity (based on Company and Individual Performance)
  • 401(k)
  • Medical
  • Dental
  • Vision
  • Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Life Insurance
  • Paid Time Off
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • Tuition Assistance
  • For more information, review “What we offer” on https://www.farmers.com/careers/corporate/#offer

 

Job Location(s): R_US - United States

 

Anticipated application deadline: At Farmers, the recruitment process is designed to ensure that we find the best talent to join our team. As part of this process, we typically close open positions within 8 to 21 days after posting. If you are interested in any of our open positions, we encourage you to submit your application promptly.

 

Farmers will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in accordance with the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance or other applicable law.  Pursuant to 18 U.S.C. Section 1033, Farmers is prohibited from employing any individual who has been convicted of any criminal felony involving dishonesty or a breach of trust without prior written consent from the state Department of Insurance.

 

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

 

Farmers is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate in any employer/employee relations based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender expression, genetic information, national origin, age, disability, marital status, military and veteran's status, or any other basis protected by applicable discrimination laws. 

 

Want to learn more about our culture & opportunities? Check out www.Farmers.com/careers/corporate and be sure to follow us on Instagram, LinkedIn, and TikTok.

 

Spokane, WA only:  Residents who prefer not to provide their address click here to submit your resume via email: careers@farmers.com

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