Product Owner

Documaster AS; Oslo; On-site; NOK 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work location

Office base in Oslo

XXllnc Academy access

Home-office allowance

Team events

Job summary

Documaster AS is seeking a Product Owner to drive development and enhancement of its applications in a fast-growing international context. You will own the product roadmap, translate customer needs into features, and lead collaboration across engineering, design, sales, and delivery teams.

You will analyze market trends, manage requirements, and champion UX to deliver value. The role reports to Manager Product Management and sits in a collaborative team of 14 Product Owners.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree working and thinking level.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience as a Product Owner or Product Manager.
• Strong knowledge and practical experience with Agile and Scrum frameworks.
• Exceptional communication skills; translate complex technical concepts for diverse audiences.
• Affinity with IT and experience in the Archiving/Document management domain.

Responsibilities

• Product Strategy Development: develop and execute a comprehensive product strategy aligned with vision and objectives.
• Product Roadmap Management: own the product roadmap and prioritize features based on market trends and feedback.
• Requirements Gathering and Documentation: work with customers and teams to gather requirements and translate into specifications.
• Cross-functional Collaboration: collaborate with engineering, design, sales, delivery/consultancy, and support.
• Product Development Oversight: guide development teams and monitor progress to ensure timely releases.
• UX Optimization: partner with design to create intuitive product interfaces and iterate based on user feedback.
• Product Performance Analysis: track KPIs and analyze launches to drive continuous improvement.
• Market and Competitive Analysis: stay informed about trends and competitors to identify opportunities.

Skills

Structured

Analytical

Accurate

Agile & Scrum

Communication

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

Do you have a clear vision for product growth and the drive to bring it to life alongside a dedicated development team and diverse stakeholders?

Your strengths lie in taking full ownership, your natural curiosity, affinity with IT, and your ability to bring structure to complex environments.

You are an assertive communicator who isn't afraid to challenge the status quo, yet you know how to build strong partnerships.

If this sounds like you, we want you on our team!

About the Role

As a Product Owner, you will play a pivotal role in driving the development and enhancement of our applications.

You will be responsible for understanding market needs, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and delivering innovative solutions that align with our business objectives and exceed customer expectations.

One of your biggest and most exciting challenges will be successfully juggling multiple balls across this diverse portfolio.

You’ll be the main point of contact towards our development and technical teams, currently consisting of both external and internal resources.

In this role, you will be part of a larger, collaborative Product Management team consisting of 14 other Product Owners, reporting directly to the Manager Product Management.

Key Responsibilities:

Product Strategy Development: Develop and execute a comprehensive product strategy that aligns with the company's vision and objectives. This involves conducting market research, analyzing competitive landscapes, and identifying opportunities for product differentiation and innovation.

Product Roadmap Management: Own the product roadmap, prioritizing features and enhancements based on market trends, customer feedback, and business priorities. Communicate the roadmap effectively to internal stakeholders and ensure alignment across teams.

Requirements Gathering and Documentation: Work closely with customers, sales, delivery- and development teams to gather requirements and translate them into clear and actionable product specifications. Create detailed product documentation, including user stories, use cases, and acceptance criteria.

Cross-functional Collaboration: Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including engineering, design, sales, delivery/consultancy, and customer support, to drive the successful development and launch of new products and features. Facilitate communication and ensure alignment between teams throughout the product development lifecycle.

Product Development Oversight: Provide guidance and direction to development teams throughout the product development process. Monitor progress, address challenges, and make data-driven decisions to ensure timely and successful product releases.

User Experience (UX) Optimization: Champion the user experience by working closely with design teams to create intuitive and user-friendly product interfaces. Conduct user testing and gather feedback to iterate on designs and improve usability.

Product Performance Analysis: Track key performance metrics and conduct regular analysis to evaluate the success of product launches and feature enhancements. Use insights gained to iterate on product strategy and drive continuous improvement.

Market and Competitive Analysis: Stay informed about industry trends, market dynamics, and competitor offerings. Use this knowledge to identify opportunities for product innovation and differentiation, as well as potential threats to the company's competitive position.

About you

You are structured, analytical, and highly accurate.

As a social and communicative colleague, you thrive in an environment that grants you a high degree of ownership and responsibility.

You stand firmly in your shoes, possess excellent problem-solving skills, and are adaptive to change.

With your expertise, you easily translate customer desires into features that not only fulfill a need but add true value to the applications.

Education & Think Level: Bachelor’s degree working and thinking level.

Experience: Minimum of 3 years of experience as a Product Owner or Product Manager.

Methodology: Strong knowledge and practical experience with Agile and Scrum frameworks.

Communication: Exceptional communication skills; you have a proven ability to translate complex technical concepts into understandable language for various audiences.

Affinity: A strong affinity with IT and a genuine interest or experience in the Archiving/Document management domain.

Familiarity with digital archiving, records management, compliance requirements, and information governance is highly valued.

You are curious about customer needs and enjoy translating complex business requirements into valuable product capabilities.

What we offer:

• Flexibility in where you work, with a base of at least 1 day per week at our office in Oslo
• A role with significant responsibility and a potential career path within a fast-growing international organization
• You contribute directly to the reliability of vital software for the public sector
• A competitive salary, pension, insurance and a home-office allowance
• Unlimited access to the xxllnc Academy for your personal and professional growth
• Join a team of passionate professionals where, alongside hard work, there is plenty of room for fun, events, and team outings

• Brukeropplevelse

Documaster is part of xxllnc, a leading European GovTech group developing scalable software and services for the public and semi-public sectors.

xxllnc’s applications support document management, archiving, case management, data integration, taxation, social services, spatial planning, and regulatory compliance.

In addition, xxllnc provides consultancy and specialized professional services to help organizations successfully implement, manage, and develop their digital solutions.

To take GovTech to the next level, xxllnc is building an independent European ecosystem in which everything works seamlessly together, combining cloud-based applications with the expertise of specialized professionals.

The team consists of more than 380 employees and develops over 30 applications for governments across Europe. xxllnc works with approximately 1,250 (semi-)government organizations from more than ten locations across Europe.