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Product Associate roles are among the more sponsorship-friendly positions in tech, with employers regularly filing H-1B visa and E-3 visa petitions for candidates with degrees in business, computer science, or engineering. Expect specialty occupation scrutiny if your degree field doesn't align tightly with the role. For detailed occupation requirements, see the O*NET profile.
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Hyundai Capital America (HCA) helps people move forward. Through Hyundai Motor Finance, Genesis Finance, and Kia Finance, we deliver innovative financing, leasing, and insurance solutions to more than 3 million customers and businesses nationwide.
We’re a company driven by growth, innovation, and people. At HCA, you’ll find opportunities to build new skills, expand your career, and make a real impact—while working in a diverse, inclusive, and values‑driven environment. We’re proud to support our communities through volunteerism, philanthropy, and engaged Employee Resource Groups.
If you’re looking for a fast‑paced, collaborative workplace where your ideas matter, join us as we lead the future of financing freedom of movement. Apply today.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The Sr. Digital Product Owner Associate supports the execution of product initiatives by helping translate business needs into clear user stories, acceptance criteria, and process documentation. This role works closely with business partners, delivery teams, and senior product leaders to maintain the product backlog, clarify requirements, support Agile ceremonies including product demos to stakeholders, to help ensure solutions meet business needs and quality expectations. This role contributes to testing, release readiness, and continuous improvement efforts while developing product knowledge and supporting the delivery of customer and dealer-focused enhancements.
- Backlog Support & Requirements Documentation
- Partner with business stakeholders and senior product team members to gather requirements and document business needs.
- Draft user stories, acceptance criteria, process flows, and supporting artifacts for review and refinement.
- Maintain backlog items to ensure requirements are organized, understandable, and ready for development activities.
- Support backlog prioritization by collecting input on business value, dependencies, risks, and timing.
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Help ensure requirements align with applicable business processes, controls, and quality standards.
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Stakeholder Coordination & Agile Team Support
- Work with cross-functional teams including business, technology, operations, QA, and compliance to support delivery efforts.
- Participate in Agile ceremonies such as backlog refinement, sprint planning, standups, reviews, and retrospectives.
- Support regular stakeholder reviews/demos, gather feedback, and incorporate insights into roadmap/backlog decisions.
- Provide timely clarification on requirements, business rules, and expected outcomes to support development and testing.
- Document stakeholder feedback, open questions, and decisions, and escalate issues as needed to senior product leadership.
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Support alignment across teams by tracking action items, dependencies, and follow-ups throughout the delivery lifecycle.
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Testing, Release & Continuous Improvement Support
- Support test planning and user acceptance testing by validating requirements, preparing test scenarios, and documenting results.
- Assist with release readiness activities including documentation updates, communications, training support, and issue tracking.
- Monitor production feedback, defects, and enhancement requests, and help translate findings into backlog updates.
- Track basic delivery and product performance metrics and prepare status updates for leadership and stakeholders.
-
Identify opportunities to improve processes, documentation quality, and team efficiency within the product delivery lifecycle.
-
Cross-Functional Collaboration & Delivery Coordination
- Partner with internal teams such as UX, data, architecture, security, and support to gather information and coordinate delivery needs.
- Track cross-team dependencies, risks, and issues and communicate status to the appropriate stakeholders.
- Support coordination with external vendors or partners by documenting requirements, timelines, and outstanding action items.
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Contribute to smooth execution by maintaining organized documentation and following through on assigned deliverables and product support activities.
-
Product Performance & Insights
- Define and track KPIs and success metrics.
- Use data and user feedback to inform decisions and continuous improvement.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Minimum 4-6 years related experience in product ownership, product management, business analysis, digital product delivery, or a related business or technology role with exposure to customer-facing, dealer-facing, and/or back-office operations.
- Experience working in Agile or hybrid delivery environments with involvement in backlog management, requirements gathering, user story development, and cross-functional coordination.
- Experience supporting implementation, testing, release activities, or process improvement initiatives is preferred.
- Automotive or financial services industry experience is a plus.
- Experience with dealer, sales enablement, servicing, or commercial portals is a plus.
- Bachelor’s degree in Business, Information Systems, Computer Science, or a related field.
- SAFe Agile and/or Six Sigma certification a plus.
- Salesforce certifications are a plus.
- Ability to work effectively both independently and within a team in a fast-paced environment, with strong initiative, accountability, and attention to detail.
- Working knowledge of Agile principles, product development lifecycle concepts, backlog management, user story writing, and acceptance criteria documentation.
- Ability to gather, analyze, and document business and user requirements clearly and accurately to support product delivery.
- Strong organizational and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks, priorities, and deadlines simultaneously.
- Effective verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to collaborate with business stakeholders, technical teams, and cross-functional partners.
- Ability to participate in Agile ceremonies, clarify requirements, track action items, and support delivery team alignment throughout the product lifecycle.
- Working knowledge of CRM systems, business process management, digital workflows, and process automation concepts.
- Ability to support testing and release activities, including preparing test scenarios, validating outcomes, documenting defects, and tracking follow-up items.
- Analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to identify issues, evaluate options, and recommend practical solutions.
- Familiarity with customer journeys, user needs, process mapping, and data-informed decision making is preferred.
- Understanding of system integrations, technical dependencies, and digital platform concepts is a plus.
- Ability to build productive working relationships, receive feedback, adapt to changing priorities, and contribute to continuous improvement efforts.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools such as PowerPoint, Visio, Excel, and Word; familiarity with Agile, requirements, or project tracking tools is a plus.
WE TAKE CARE OF OUR PEOPLE
At HCA, our people drive our success. That’s why we offer a competitive rewards package that supports your health, financial future, and overall wellbeing—at work and beyond.
Benefits Highlights
- Hybrid flexibility – 4 days in office, 1 day remote
- Vehicle perks – monthly vehicle allowance plus purchase and lease discounts
- Comprehensive health coverage – medical, dental, and vision plans
- Employer-funded HSA contributions to help reduce healthcare costs
- 401(k) with company match and immediate vesting from day one
- 100% company-paid life and disability insurance
- Wellbeing benefits including fitness and health resources
- Leadership programs and career development that support continuous learning
- Paid Volunteer Time Off and a company charitable donation in your honor
Because great benefits help you thrive—personally and professionally.
WHAT HAPPENS NEXT
Express your interest by submitting an application. Once your application is received, our recruiting team will review your application to see if you meet the basic and preferred qualifications listed on the job description. For more information on our culture, visit our careers page.
OTHER DETAILS
Our Company is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and respectful workplace—because we believe diversity builds stronger teams. We comply with all applicable federal, state, and local equal employment opportunity laws and do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion or creed, color, national origin, ancestry, caste, citizenship, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, family care or medical leave status, military or veteran status, political affiliation, or any other characteristic protected by law. Information provided during the application process is requested in good faith and will be used solely in accordance with applicable employment laws.
California Privacy Notice
This notice only applies to our applicants who reside in the State of California.
Privacy Policy provides you with notice, at or before the point of collection, about the categories of personal information to be collected from you, the purposes for which your personal information is collected or used, and whether that information is sold or shared, so that you can exercise meaningful control over our use of your personal information. We are providing this notice to comply with the California Consumer Privacy Act of 2018, as amended as by the California Privacy Rights Act of 2020 (“CCPA”).
If you have any questions about CCPA regarding California residents or HCA team members, please contact the Privacy Team at Privacy2@hcs.com.
Primary Location: United States-California-Irvine
Work Locations: Headquarters 1 3161 Michelson Dr. Ste 1900 Irvine 92612
Job: IT Strategy & Planning
Job Type: Regular
Overtime Status: Non-exempt
Schedule: Full-time
Minimum Salary: $80,000.00
Maximum Salary: $120,000.00
Job Posting: Aug 24, 2026
INTRODUCTION
Hyundai Capital America (HCA) helps people move forward. Through Hyundai Motor Finance, Genesis Finance, and Kia Finance, we deliver innovative financing, leasing, and insurance solutions to more than 3 million customers and businesses nationwide.
We’re a company driven by growth, innovation, and people. At HCA, you’ll find opportunities to build new skills, expand your career, and make a real impact—while working in a diverse, inclusive, and values‑driven environment. We’re proud to support our communities through volunteerism, philanthropy, and engaged Employee Resource Groups.
If you’re looking for a fast‑paced, collaborative workplace where your ideas matter, join us as we lead the future of financing freedom of movement. Apply today.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The Sr. Digital Product Owner Associate supports the execution of product initiatives by helping translate business needs into clear user stories, acceptance criteria, and process documentation. This role works closely with business partners, delivery teams, and senior product leaders to maintain the product backlog, clarify requirements, support Agile ceremonies including product demos to stakeholders, to help ensure solutions meet business needs and quality expectations. This role contributes to testing, release readiness, and continuous improvement efforts while developing product knowledge and supporting the delivery of customer and dealer-focused enhancements.
- Backlog Support & Requirements Documentation
- Partner with business stakeholders and senior product team members to gather requirements and document business needs.
- Draft user stories, acceptance criteria, process flows, and supporting artifacts for review and refinement.
- Maintain backlog items to ensure requirements are organized, understandable, and ready for development activities.
- Support backlog prioritization by collecting input on business value, dependencies, risks, and timing.
-
Help ensure requirements align with applicable business processes, controls, and quality standards.
-
Stakeholder Coordination & Agile Team Support
- Work with cross-functional teams including business, technology, operations, QA, and compliance to support delivery efforts.
- Participate in Agile ceremonies such as backlog refinement, sprint planning, standups, reviews, and retrospectives.
- Support regular stakeholder reviews/demos, gather feedback, and incorporate insights into roadmap/backlog decisions.
- Provide timely clarification on requirements, business rules, and expected outcomes to support development and testing.
- Document stakeholder feedback, open questions, and decisions, and escalate issues as needed to senior product leadership.
-
Support alignment across teams by tracking action items, dependencies, and follow-ups throughout the delivery lifecycle.
-
Testing, Release & Continuous Improvement Support
- Support test planning and user acceptance testing by validating requirements, preparing test scenarios, and documenting results.
- Assist with release readiness activities including documentation updates, communications, training support, and issue tracking.
- Monitor production feedback, defects, and enhancement requests, and help translate findings into backlog updates.
- Track basic delivery and product performance metrics and prepare status updates for leadership and stakeholders.
-
Identify opportunities to improve processes, documentation quality, and team efficiency within the product delivery lifecycle.
-
Cross-Functional Collaboration & Delivery Coordination
- Partner with internal teams such as UX, data, architecture, security, and support to gather information and coordinate delivery needs.
- Track cross-team dependencies, risks, and issues and communicate status to the appropriate stakeholders.
- Support coordination with external vendors or partners by documenting requirements, timelines, and outstanding action items.
-
Contribute to smooth execution by maintaining organized documentation and following through on assigned deliverables and product support activities.
-
Product Performance & Insights
- Define and track KPIs and success metrics.
- Use data and user feedback to inform decisions and continuous improvement.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Minimum 4-6 years related experience in product ownership, product management, business analysis, digital product delivery, or a related business or technology role with exposure to customer-facing, dealer-facing, and/or back-office operations.
- Experience working in Agile or hybrid delivery environments with involvement in backlog management, requirements gathering, user story development, and cross-functional coordination.
- Experience supporting implementation, testing, release activities, or process improvement initiatives is preferred.
- Automotive or financial services industry experience is a plus.
- Experience with dealer, sales enablement, servicing, or commercial portals is a plus.
- Bachelor’s degree in Business, Information Systems, Computer Science, or a related field.
- SAFe Agile and/or Six Sigma certification a plus.
- Salesforce certifications are a plus.
- Ability to work effectively both independently and within a team in a fast-paced environment, with strong initiative, accountability, and attention to detail.
- Working knowledge of Agile principles, product development lifecycle concepts, backlog management, user story writing, and acceptance criteria documentation.
- Ability to gather, analyze, and document business and user requirements clearly and accurately to support product delivery.
- Strong organizational and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks, priorities, and deadlines simultaneously.
- Effective verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to collaborate with business stakeholders, technical teams, and cross-functional partners.
- Ability to participate in Agile ceremonies, clarify requirements, track action items, and support delivery team alignment throughout the product lifecycle.
- Working knowledge of CRM systems, business process management, digital workflows, and process automation concepts.
- Ability to support testing and release activities, including preparing test scenarios, validating outcomes, documenting defects, and tracking follow-up items.
- Analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to identify issues, evaluate options, and recommend practical solutions.
- Familiarity with customer journeys, user needs, process mapping, and data-informed decision making is preferred.
- Understanding of system integrations, technical dependencies, and digital platform concepts is a plus.
- Ability to build productive working relationships, receive feedback, adapt to changing priorities, and contribute to continuous improvement efforts.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools such as PowerPoint, Visio, Excel, and Word; familiarity with Agile, requirements, or project tracking tools is a plus.
WE TAKE CARE OF OUR PEOPLE
At HCA, our people drive our success. That’s why we offer a competitive rewards package that supports your health, financial future, and overall wellbeing—at work and beyond.
Benefits Highlights
- Hybrid flexibility – 4 days in office, 1 day remote
- Vehicle perks – monthly vehicle allowance plus purchase and lease discounts
- Comprehensive health coverage – medical, dental, and vision plans
- Employer-funded HSA contributions to help reduce healthcare costs
- 401(k) with company match and immediate vesting from day one
- 100% company-paid life and disability insurance
- Wellbeing benefits including fitness and health resources
- Leadership programs and career development that support continuous learning
- Paid Volunteer Time Off and a company charitable donation in your honor
Because great benefits help you thrive—personally and professionally.
WHAT HAPPENS NEXT
Express your interest by submitting an application. Once your application is received, our recruiting team will review your application to see if you meet the basic and preferred qualifications listed on the job description. For more information on our culture, visit our careers page.
OTHER DETAILS
Our Company is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and respectful workplace—because we believe diversity builds stronger teams. We comply with all applicable federal, state, and local equal employment opportunity laws and do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion or creed, color, national origin, ancestry, caste, citizenship, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, family care or medical leave status, military or veteran status, political affiliation, or any other characteristic protected by law. Information provided during the application process is requested in good faith and will be used solely in accordance with applicable employment laws.
California Privacy Notice
This notice only applies to our applicants who reside in the State of California.
Privacy Policy provides you with notice, at or before the point of collection, about the categories of personal information to be collected from you, the purposes for which your personal information is collected or used, and whether that information is sold or shared, so that you can exercise meaningful control over our use of your personal information. We are providing this notice to comply with the California Consumer Privacy Act of 2018, as amended as by the California Privacy Rights Act of 2020 (“CCPA”).
If you have any questions about CCPA regarding California residents or HCA team members, please contact the Privacy Team at Privacy2@hcs.com.
Primary Location: United States-California-Irvine
Work Locations: Headquarters 1 3161 Michelson Dr. Ste 1900 Irvine 92612
Job: IT Strategy & Planning
Job Type: Regular
Overtime Status: Non-exempt
Schedule: Full-time
Minimum Salary: $80,000.00
Maximum Salary: $120,000.00
Job Posting: Aug 24, 2026
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Visa Sponsorship as a Product Associate
Match your degree field to the job description
USCIS requires a direct relationship between your degree and the Product Associate role. A degree in business, computer science, information systems, or engineering gives you the strongest foundation. Marketing or liberal arts degrees face higher denial risk without additional credentials.
Target employers with a demonstrated H-1B history
Some companies sponsor Product Associates regularly; others have never filed a petition for this title. Focus your applications on employers with a track record of sponsoring product roles, not just software engineers. Past filing behavior is the most reliable signal of future sponsorship willingness.
Understand that specialty occupation approval isn't automatic
USCIS sometimes challenges whether Product Associate roles require a specific bachelor's degree. Employers filing on your behalf should document that the position requires theoretical and practical application of a specialized body of knowledge, not just general business skills.
Australian citizens should consider the E-3 path seriously
The E-3 visa has no lottery, no annual cap pressure, and processes faster than the H-1B. Product Associate roles at U.S. employers qualify when the specialty occupation standard is met. This makes the E-3 a significantly lower-risk sponsorship path for eligible candidates.
Start conversations about sponsorship early in the interview process
Bringing up sponsorship late creates friction and sometimes kills offers. Confirm the employer sponsors your visa category before your second round. Product teams move quickly and hiring managers appreciate candidates who surface logistics early rather than after an offer is extended.
Use work experience strategically if your degree doesn't align
If your degree is in an unrelated field, relevant product or business analysis experience can strengthen a specialty occupation argument. Three years of qualifying experience can substitute for one year of education, though this pathway requires careful documentation and is not guaranteed.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can a Product Associate role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
Yes, but it requires careful documentation. USCIS expects the employer to demonstrate the role requires a bachelor's degree in a specific field, not just any degree. Job descriptions that emphasize analytical frameworks, product strategy, or technical systems work tend to hold up better than generalist business language. Employers with prior approvals for this title are your safest bet.
What degree fields are most accepted for Product Associate visa sponsorship?
Computer science, information systems, business administration with a quantitative focus, and engineering are the strongest fits. These fields map clearly to the analytical and technical demands of product work. Degrees in communications, general management, or humanities face a higher USCIS challenge rate and require additional documentation to support the specialty occupation argument.
How do I find Product Associate jobs that offer visa sponsorship?
Migrate Mate filters job listings by sponsorship availability, so you're only seeing roles where employers have indicated willingness to sponsor. This saves significant time compared to applying broadly and discovering late that a company won't sponsor. Browse Product Associate listings on Migrate Mate to focus your search on employers already open to the process.
Is the H-1B lottery a major obstacle for Product Associate candidates?
It is if the H-1B visa is your only option. The lottery selects roughly one in four registrations, meaning qualified candidates are frequently left out despite employer support. Australian citizens can bypass this entirely with the E-3 visa. Candidates from other countries should explore cap-exempt employers, O-1 visa eligibility if they have notable achievements, or timing an application to maximize lottery odds.
Do Product Associate roles at startups sponsor visas as often as larger companies?
Less often, but it happens. Smaller companies sometimes lack the legal infrastructure for sponsorship and may not have filed LCAs before. When evaluating startup opportunities, ask directly whether they've sponsored employees in the past and whether they work with an immigration attorney. A startup that's done it before is meaningfully different from one encountering the process for the first time.
What is the prevailing wage requirement for sponsored Product Associate jobs?
U.S. employers sponsoring a visa must pay at least the prevailing wage, which is what workers in the same role, area, and experience level typically earn. The Department of Labor sets this rate to make sure companies aren't hiring foreign workers simply because they'd accept lower pay than a U.S. worker. It varies by job title, location, and experience. You can look up current prevailing wage rates for any occupation and location using the OFLC Wage Search page.