Technical Product Owner

Curiska; Johannesburg; Remote; ZAR 500 000 - 700 000; Full time

Job summary

A technology firm in Johannesburg is seeking a Technical Product Owner to gather stakeholder requirements and define user stories. The ideal candidate has 2+ years in product roles, strong communication skills, and familiarity with Agile environments. This remote-friendly role focuses on delivering elegant software features and requires a self-starter mindset.

Qualifications

• 2+ years in product, business analysis, or similar roles.
• Experience defining product requirements and writing user stories.
• Solid understanding of software systems, APIs, and technical constraints.

Responsibilities

• Gather and document stakeholder requirements.
• Define clear, well-scoped user stories with acceptance criteria.
• Collaborate with developers and designers to deliver usable features.

Skills

Product requirements definition

User story writing

Communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Agile methodologies

Job description

Overview

Hiring: Technical Product Owner (Cape Town and Johannesburg).

What You’ll Do

• Gather and document stakeholder requirements
• Define clear, well-scoped user stories with acceptance criteria
• Ensure alignment through structured documentation and regular check-ins
• Collaborate with developers and designers to deliver usable, elegant features
• Support implementation by resolving edge cases and technical questions
• Conduct QA and UAT to ensure features meet functional and user expectations
• Maintain a strong understanding of the product and its evolving priorities

What You’ll Need

• 2+ years in product, business analysis, or similar roles
• Experience defining product requirements and writing user stories
• Solid understanding of software systems, APIs, and technical constraints
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills
• Familiarity with Agile delivery environments
• High attention to detail, user empathy, and a hands-on approach
• Self-starter mindset, comfortable working remotely and iteratively
• (Bonus) Experience in SaaS, fintech, or platform-based pro