Product Owner (Johannesburg)

Recruiter:

Juru Holdings

Job Ref:

JH01

Date posted:

Sunday, June 5, 2022

Location:

Johannesburg, South Africa

Salary:

R 900,000 - R980,000 per annum

JOB SUMMARY:
Product Owner (Johannesburg)

JOB DESCRIPTION:

Introduction

We are hiring a talented Product Owner professional to join my client''s team. If you’re excited to be part of a winning team, my client is a great place to grow your career. You’ll be glad you make the right choice to join us.

Duties & Responsibilities

Total working experience: 8 + years.
The digital product owner is responsible for maximizing the value of the product and the work of the development team. This role has an extensive list of duties and responsibilities—even an entire mindset that drives different dimensions: technical, business and design. The digital product owner does not just administer the backlog but is responsible for tackling and solving difficult problems for customers and the business.
Define the product vision and measure customer value
Planning (includes product roadmap), and impact mapping
Manage the product backlog
Prioritise needs (across scope, budget and time)
Oversee development stages (engaging in all ceremonies)
Anticipate client needs (research)
Act as primary liaison (i.e. primary communicator and link between stakeholders and product team)
Evaluate product progress at each iteration. Responsible for sprint goals being achieved and deciding if goals are successful or not. Ultimately responsible for product delivery

Desired Experience & Qualification

8+ years working experience
Min 5 years of business analysis and/or product owner experience as part of a digital product cross-functional team.
Tenacity
Manage Ambiguity
Cultivate Innovation
Drives results
Ability to facilitate/lead JAD sessions
Solid understanding of systems development life cycle
Kknowledge of Insurance Products and legacy systems environment
BSc. Computer Science or equivalent from a recognised University Or BSc – Engineering with experience/focus on IT Or BCom Information Systems And/Or Dip.BA (FTI or equivalent)
User interface analyst experience
Usability research experience
Agile solution delivery experience
Experience and understanding using an SDLC (both traditional and agile) and some experience in delivery of integrated solutions of meaningful scale.
Software engineering/development experience.
Software project management/delivery experience
Good communication skills (written/oral and presentation).
Solid understanding of SDLC (traditional and agile), including phases, technical jargon, and artefacts (input and output).
Usability and design principles and exposure/experience in user research and testing

Good to Have:

Exceptional analytical, problem solving and research skills
The skill for solving complex problems with well-reasoned arguments
A passion for developing world-class solutions that meet both the business’ and customers’ needs
The ability to think creatively and pursue innovative, alternative ideas
An ability to deal with complexity, ambiguity, and constant change
High energy levels and the ability to work well in a team
An aptitude and passion for delivery at high quality levels within short deadlines
An expert at managing timelines and meeting deadlines
A strong interest in building broader business skills and / or an entrepreneurial flair
Solid understanding of systems development life cycle
Knowledge of Insurance Products and legacy systems environment

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