Product Owner

Impronics Technologies; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 500,000 - 800,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology firm located in Johannesburg is seeking an experienced individual to manage product development. The role requires expertise in payments and proficiency in Agile methodologies. Responsibilities include defining product vision, managing the backlog, and collaborating with users. Excellent communication and teamwork skills are essential for this position.

Qualifications

• In-depth knowledge of Scrum and Agile Software Development Methodology.
• Working knowledge of product development architecture.
• Ability to prioritize effectively.

Responsibilities

• Collaborating with prospective users and clients to translate needs into product requirements.
• Defining the vision for the team’s product.
• Creating a product roadmap based on this vision.

Skills

Expertise in Payments

Knowledge of Scrum

Analytic tools proficiency

User-centred design principles

Oral and written communication

Team collaboration

Job description

Roles & responsibilities

• Collaborating with prospective users and clients to understand and anticipate their needs and translate them into product requirements.
• Expertise in Payments is Mandatory.
• Defining the vision for the team’s product
• Creating a product road map based on this vision.
• Managing the product backlog and prioritizing them based on changing requirements.
• Overseeing all stages of product creation including design and development
• Developing user stories
• Monitoring and evaluating product progress at each stage of the process
• Liaising with the product team and end-users to deliver updates.
• Participating in Scrum meetings and product sprints

Experience Required

• In-depth knowledge of Scrum and Agile Software Development Methodology
• Working knowledge of product development architecture
• Proficiency in the use of analytic tools
• Ability to prioritize effectively.
• Excellent knowledge of user-centred design principles
• Excellent oral and written communication
• Ability to work with large teams.
• Understanding of design quality standards