Product Owner (IoT)
We are looking for a Product Owner to drive the execution and evolution of a connected digital ecosystem within a complex technology environment.
This role is responsible for day-to-day product ownership across multiple digital touchpoints, including device software, mobile applications, backend services, connectivity solutions, and third-party integrations.
The successful candidate will be responsible for backlog management, requirements definition, stakeholder alignment, and delivery coordination, working closely with cross-functional teams throughout the software development lifecycle, from concept to launch and continuous improvement.
Key Responsibilities
Product Ownership & Delivery
- Own and manage the product backlog and roadmap.
- Translate business and product objectives into:
- User stories
- Features
- Acceptance criteria
- Sprint priorities
- Ensure requirements are clear, complete, and actionable.
- Coordinate delivery across digital platforms, connected devices, and backend systems.
- Monitor progress and ensure key milestones are achieved.
- Identify, track, and mitigate delivery risks and blockers.
- Manage dependencies across teams and workstreams.
- Support continuous improvement of product features and user experiences.
Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Work closely with Engineering, UX/UI, QA, Data & Analytics, Architecture, and Business teams.
- Facilitate alignment on priorities, scope, timelines, and deliverables.
- Foster effective communication and collaboration across stakeholders.
Release Management
- Support release planning and deployment activities.
- Coordinate testing readiness and quality assurance processes.
- Participate in launch and rollout activities.
- Ensure operational readiness and smooth handover to support teams.
Customer Experience
- Contribute to delivering seamless and consistent user experiences across digital touchpoints.
- Champion customer-centric thinking and usability best practices.
- Support continuous enhancements based on customer feedback and insights.
Data & Performance Management
- Monitor product performance and operational metrics.
- Use analytics and data-driven insights to support prioritization and decision-making.
- Identify opportunities for optimization and continuous improvement.
Stakeholder Management
- Provide regular delivery and status updates.
- Escalate risks and issues proactively.
- Facilitate backlog refinement sessions, planning workshops, and stakeholder reviews.
- Ensure visibility and transparency across all participating teams.
- 5+ years of experience as:
- Product Owner
- Product Manager
- Digital Product Specialist
- Similar digital product delivery positions
- Experience working within Agile environments.
- Experience managing complex digital products, platforms, integrations, or connected ecosystems.
- Fluent English.
Technical Knowledge
Good understanding of:
- Mobile applications
- Connected products and IoT ecosystems
- APIs and backend services
- Cloud-based solutions
- Connectivity technologies
- Digital consumer products and services
The ideal candidate is not expected to code but should be comfortable working closely with technical teams and understanding technical concepts.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with connected devices or digital ecosystems.
- Experience managing products involving mobile apps and backend platforms.
- Exposure to international product launches.
- Experience working with external vendors and technology partners.
- Familiarity with data-driven product management.
Personal Attributes
- Strong ownership mindset and accountability.
- Excellent organizational and prioritization skills.
- Ability to influence stakeholders without formal authority.
- Pragmatic and delivery-focused approach.
- Comfortable managing competing priorities and resolving conflicts.
- Collaborative, proactive, and resilient.
- Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
What do we offer?
- Permanent contract.
- Hybrid policy work. (1 day office)
- Competitive salary.
- Flexible Remuneration (Meal vouchers, kinder garden, Public Transport/Mobility)
- Private health insurance (including dental care).
- UDEMY Business member platform with a lot of on-line learnings (certifications, courses, etc).
- Individual yearly training and certification budget.
- Work Schedule Monday to Friday.
- Flexible work hours with shorter Fridays and summer schedule
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Required Languages
🇬🇧 English