Job Classification:

Technology - Engineering & Cloud

A GLOBAL FIRM WITH A DIVERSE & INCLUSIVE CULTURE 

As the Global Asset Management business of Prudential, we’re always looking for ways to improve financial services. We’re passionate about making a meaningful impact - touching the lives of millions and solving financial challenges in an ever-changing world. We also believe talent is key to achieving our vision and are intentional about building a culture on respect and collaboration. When you join PGIM, you’ll unlock a motivating and impactful career – all while growing your skills and advancing your profession at one of the world’s leading global asset managers!   

If you’re not afraid to think differently and challenge the status quo, come and be a part of a dedicated team that’s investing in your future by shaping tomorrow today.  At PGIM, You Can!  

What you will do:

The PGIM Real Estate Information Systems team is seeking a full-time Product Owner. The successful candidate will work with a high performing and diverse team that supports PGIM Real Estate’s Global Debt Business including loan origination, asset management, portfolio management and servicing functions. The Product Owner role will work alongside the Chief Product Owner, Product Owner team and the Information Systems teams to build Omina, a proprietary cloud-based application that will be used across PGIM Real Estate’s Global Debt Business.

The Product Owner will provide coordination on complex systems enhancement projects, utilizing skills that require an understanding of complex business processes and requirements. They will collaborate with the Information Systems team to analyze business systems and develop technical solutions. The successful candidate will provide technical consulting and leadership to help business units meet strategic objectives through new information technology applications.

This position is in PGIM Real Estate’s Dallas office although qualified candidates located near other PGIM offices will be considered. This position may require 5-10% travel, usually in cyclical cycles based on applications being developed.

What you can expect:

Discovery / Design

• Drive the user needs/recommendations/requirements discovery-design process following the team’s Design playbook.
• Collaborate closely with stakeholders/SMEs, including development teams, business analysts, and end -users, to evaluate, define and prioritize business requirements.
• Provide direction, review, and feedback to the UI/UX design team on mockups and wireframes. In certain scenarios create required UI/UX artifacts.
• Obtain the necessary approval(s) to proceed with requirements and development.
• Maintain a customer-focused product mindset, delivering value through the Omnia product.
• Utilize agile methodologies in the development process, from sprint planning to daily stand-ups, contributing to a culture of continuous improvement.

Technical

• Perform business and system analysis and utilize system designs to create detailed programming specifications or to resolve issues in an Agile environment.
• Work with engineering/developer teams during the development cycle to provide overview of business requirements, answer questions and make engineering process as efficient as possible.
• Understand tools and databases used by PGIM Real Estate to perform detailed analysis and to ensure business designs not only meet business requirements but fit within PGIM Real Estate and Prudential technology standards.

Backlog Refinement & Sprint Execution

• Create user stories and create user stories that meet “Definition of Ready”.
  • Lead design reviews, refinement and estimation meetings needed to meet “Definition of Ready”.
• Protect the product (and dev sprints) against scope creep (e.g., enhancements, improvements).
• Participate in required Scrum-Agile ceremonies (e.g., sprint planning, daily standup, demo).
• Act as the voice of the customer, ensuring that user needs are understood and reflected in the product backlog.

Delivery and Communication

• Prioritizing features based on business needs and requirements.
• Provide updates on status, timelines, and problems; reviewing final outcomes with the client and obtaining their sign off that work is in accordance with client requirements.
• Apply negotiation skills (trade-off analysis, psychology, etc.) in “selling” the business on iterative development and minimum viable product concepts; not giving into requests for “gold-plating” or “over-engineering”.

Testing and Change Management Leadership

• Lead and support Integration and UAT testing cycles, including creating detailed test plans.
• Assist in UAT preparation and execution, providing guidance to SME testers.
• Manage UAT feedback, logging defects and high-priority enhancements.
• Work with business to bring features “live”. Support training efforts and user questions.
• Document, test, implement, and provide on-going support for the software applications used by PGIM Real Estate.
• Identify opportunities and recommendations for continuous improvements and work with program leaders to implement.

What you will bring

• 5+ years of experience with business information systems experience (e.g., technology product ownership, business analysis, product management, quality assurance, user acceptance testing, etc.)

• Technical & Analytical Skills:
  • Experience in user requirements gathering including business process mapping.
  • In-depth knowledge of agile frameworks and methodologies (Scrum, Kanban, SAFe, etc.).
  • Experience with Microsoft SQL Server, design tools (such as Figma or Adobe XD), and project management tools (such as Jira or Confluence)
  • Experience managing detailed user stories and technical details for engineering.

• Leadership Skills:
  • Experience facilitating meetings and presentations with stakeholders across various levels and business groups.
  • Problem-solving mindset with attention to detail, delivering high-quality solutions and designs.
  • Adaptability and resilience to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with evolving project requirements.
  • Excellent planning, organizational, and time management skills, with effective team building and conflict resolution practices.

What will set you apart

• Experience in the Commercial Real Estate or Financial Industry
• Prior software development experience is a plus

*PGIM welcomes all applicants, even if you don't meet every requirement. If your skills align with the role, we encourage you to apply. 

What we offer you

• Medical, dental, vision, life insurance and PTO (Paid Time Off)  

• Retirement plans:  

• 401(k) plan with generous company match (up to 4%)  

• Company-funded pension plan  

• Wellness Programs to help you achieve your wellbeing goals, including up to $1,600 a year for reimbursement of items purchased to support personal wellbeing needs  

• Work/Life Resources to help support topics such as parenting, housing, senior care, finances, pets, legal matters, education, emotional health, and career development.  

• Tuition Assistance to help finance traditional college enrollment, approved degrees, many accredited certificate programs, and industry designations.  

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Note: Prudential is required by state specific laws to include the salary range for this role when hiring a resident in applicable locations. The salary range for this role is from $125,000 to $150,000. Specific pricing for the role may vary within the above range based on many factors including geographic location, candidate experience, and skills. Roles may also be eligible for additional compensation and/or benefits. Eligibility to participate in a discretionary annual incentive program is subject to the rules governing the program, whereby an award, if any, depends on various factors including, without limitation, individual and organizational performance.  

About PGIM Real Estate

PGIM Real Estate is one of the largest real estate managers in the world with more than $180 billion in gross assets under management and administration.  It strives to deliver exceptional outcomes for investors and borrowers through a range of real estate equity and debt solutions across the risk-return spectrum. PGIM’s scope of insights, rigorous risk management and seamless execution are backed by a 50-year legacy of investing in commercial real estate, a 140-year history of real estate financing and the deep local expertise of professionals in 32 cities globally.  PGIM Real Estate Agricultural Finance is one of the largest agricultural investment managers with over $10.5 billion in debt and equity investments.  PGIM Agricultural Finance, the debt side of the business, represents approximately $8.5 billion of the total and invests on behalf of its affiliate and third-party institutional investors. 

Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion  

Prudential Financial, Inc. is focused on creating a fully inclusive culture, where all employees feel comfortable bringing their authentic selves to work. We don’t just accept difference—we celebrate it, support it, and thrive on it. At Prudential, employees have a unique opportunity to build their career path by owning their development, their career, and their future. We encourage employees to hone their skills and explore continued opportunities within Prudential.  

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