VP, Loyalty IT SRS Product Owner

Job title: VP, Loyalty IT SRS Product Owner

Company: Synchrony


Job description: Job Description:Role Summary/Purpose:Synchrony is continuing to build world class loyalty solutions – those that drive engagement with our cardholders. Our Synchrony Rewards System (SRS) Team brings these products to life through all stages and touchpoints of the customer lifecycle. Within SRS, our Loyalty Senior Product Owner will be responsible to lead the implementation of new features & enhancements across SRS and integration points with our digital, workstation, data warehouse and client teams. We are seeking an agile trained Product Owner that has experience with both batch and API teams, as well as a strong background in consulting and solution design.Our Way of WorkingWe’re proud to offer you choice and flexibility. At Synchrony, our way of working allows you to have the option to work from home, near one of our Hubs or come into one of our offices. Occasionally you may be required to commute to our nearest office for in person engagement activities such as business or team meetings, training and culture events.Essential Responsibilities:Identify business needs and translate to business rules/storiesLead/direct decisions by providing technical consultation and direction to stakeholdersWork closely with SRS application leader and Scrum Master to ensure technical implementation meets the business requirements and business rulesBecome an SME in some of our backend systems we connect to & build services for – Vista, Fiserv Loyalty Platforms (PLP & TLR)Ensure strong communication and coordination across Synchrony systems and platforms that integrate loyalty solutionsProvide oversight and leadership of the wing-to-wing product development lifecycle including build, test, launch, and adoptionWork with the SRS Agile Development Team & Scrum Master, lead backlog planning and grooming, and support Release planningCoordinate and lead user acceptance testing (UAT) and end-to-end testing for releasesPartner with key stakeholders such as Marketing, IT, Compliance, Credit/Risk and Operations to identify and prioritize future features to deliver to market and to ultimately manage the product backlogResponsible for all “run the engine” functions for the site, such as triaging and managing defects, employee education, user inquiries, SLA issues, etc.Partner with Production Ops team to closely monitor and understand usage patterns online and utilize tools such as Omniture, GA, and SplunkKeep all product documentation up to datePerform other duties and/or special projects as assignedQualifications/Requirements:Bachelor’s Degree and 8+ years of IT experience or equivalent leadership program experience, or in lieu of degree High School Diploma/GED and 10+ years of IT experience, experience in developing and implementing information systems and project management experience5+ years of experience with loyalty technology and solutionsExperience with Agile (work or preferably, trained) and/or SAFe (Scaled Agile Framework) in a Product Owner roleDesired Characteristics:Track record of creative & strong problem solving and ability to thrive in a cross-functional and virtual environmentHigh energy, self-motivated, with strong communication skills (verbal and written)Passion for learning about new technologies and identifying ways to drive innovationExcellent analytical and presentation skills within all levels of the organization. Effectively communicate and influence all leadership levels of Synchrony and its partnersStrategic thinker with ability to develop and implement actionable plans to drive business resultsStrong project management experience with a record of delivering on time and across functionsStrong digital proficiency, including launching new products and capabilities and understanding of mobile & web applicationsExperience in leading large cross-functional virtual project teamsExperience with API teams, Astra and ApigeeTechnical acumen & experience to lead our team through simple solutionsGrade/Level: 12The salary range for this position is 110,000.00 – 185,000.00 USD Annual and is eligible for an annual bonus based on individual and company performance.Actual compensation offered within the posted salary range will be based upon work experience, skill level or knowledge.Salaries are adjusted according to market in CA, NY Metro and Seattle.Eligibility Requirements:You must be 18 years or olderYou must have a high school diploma or equivalentYou must be willing to take a drug test, submit to a background investigation and submit fingerprints as part of the onboarding processYou must be able to satisfy the requirements of Section 19 of the Federal Deposit Insurance Act.New hires (Level 4-7) must have 9 months of continuous service with the company before they are eligible to post on other roles. Once this new hire time in position requirement is met, the associate will have a minimum 6 months’ time in position before they can post for future non-exempt roles. Employees, level 8 or greater, must have at least 18 months’ time in position before they can post. All internal employees must consistently meet performance expectations and have approval from your manager to post (or the approval of your manager and HR if you don’t meet the time in position or performance expectations).Legal authorization to work in the U.S. is required. We will not sponsor individuals for employment visas, now or in the future, for this job opening. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.Our Commitment:When you join us, you’ll be part of a diverse, inclusive culture where your skills, experience, and voice are not only heard—but valued. We celebrate the differences in all of us and believe that our individual, unique perspectives is what makes Synchrony truly a great place to work. Together, we’re building a future where we can all belong, connect and turn ideals into action. Through the power of our 8 , with more than 60% of our workforce engaged, you’ll find community to connect with an opportunity to go beyond your passions.This starts when you choose to apply for a role at Synchrony. We ensure all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.Reasonable Accommodation Notice:Federal law requires employers to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities. Please tell us if you require a reasonable accommodation to apply for a job or to perform your job. Examples of reasonable accommodation include making a change to the application process or work procedures, providing documents in an alternate format, using a sign language interpreter, or using specialized equipment.If you need special accommodations, please call our Career Support Line so that we can discuss your specific situation. We can be reached at 1-866-301-5627. Representatives are available from 8am – 5pm Monday to Friday, Central Standard TimeJob Family Group: Information Technology

Expected salary: $185000 per year

Location: Alpharetta, GA

Job date: Wed, 02 Jul 2025 07:31:07 GMT

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