The University of North Texas System's Center for Human Identification (CHI) needs to lead the strategic planning, prioritization, and lifecycle management of custom software solutions, including Laboratory Information Management Systems (LIMS), case management tools, system integrations, and other mission-critical applications used by forensic professionals. This role bridges the gap between technical implementation and stakeholder needs within a sensitive, high-stakes forensic science environment.
Requirements
- Familiarity with modern web application stacks (e.g., React, .NET, Entity Framework, SQL).
- Strong understanding of the software development lifecycle (SDLC), version control, and QA practices.
- Deep understanding of Agile methodologies, including backlog grooming, sprint planning, retrospectives, and story writing.
- Ability to translate complex business needs into clear, actionable product requirements.
- Comfort reviewing technical artifacts, including JSON, SQL queries, API documentation, and front-end code.
- Familiarity with Azure DevOps (ADO) or similar tools for task management, sprint tracking, and documentation.
- Working knowledge of AI-assisted development tools and Gen UI (low-code/no-code) platforms.
Responsibilities
- Lead product strategy, planning, and prioritization for new and existing systems, including managing the product roadmap and backlog.
- Gather, document, and refine business and technical requirements by engaging stakeholders from across forensic units, labs, and external agencies.
- Collaborate with software developers and QA analysts to ensure successful sprint planning, functional testing, and delivery of software that meets end-user needs.
- Manage and facilitate Agile ceremonies such as stand-ups, sprint reviews, and retrospectives.
- Conduct user acceptance testing (UAT), validate feature functionality, and contribute to quality assurance processes.
- Create and maintain documentation for products, processes, and workflows; support knowledge sharing across the team.
- Monitor system performance, user feedback, and stakeholder needs to drive continuous improvement and iterative design.
Other
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Business, or a related field.
- At least 5 years of experience in product management, business analysis, or technical project management.
- Demonstrated experience with Agile software development methodologies.
- Experience working directly with end users and technical teams to gather requirements and deliver solutions.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
