Senior Technical Product Owner

About Distillery

Distillery accelerates innovation through an unyielding approach to nearshore software development. The world's most innovative technology teams choose Distillery to help accelerate strategic innovation, fill a pressing technology gap, and hit mission-critical deadlines. We support essential applications, mobile apps, websites, and eCommerce platforms by placing senior, strategic technical leaders and deploying fully managed technology teams that work intimately alongside our client's in-house development teams. At Distillery we're not here to reinvent nearshore software development, we're on a mission to perfect it. Distillery is committed to diversity and inclusion. We actively seek to cultivate a workforce that reflects the rich tapestry of perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences present in our society. Our recruitment efforts are dedicated to promoting equal opportunities for all candidates, regardless of race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, disability, age, or any other dimension of diversity.

About the Position

We are seeking our new Senior Technical Product Owner. As a Product Owner you will play a pivotal role in driving the success of our software products. You will be responsible for defining the future of the product(s), gathering and prioritizing requirements, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver exceptional user experiences.

We are looking for an imaginative and decisive business technologist with a strong affinity with API and Integration, customer problems, and market trends. Our ideal candidate champions "whole solution" thinking for integration, ensuring sufficient consideration of non-functional requirements and implications for how the solution is promoted, sold, delivered, and monetized. Lives and breathes the voice of the customer, capable of translating market trends, requirements, and competitive dynamics into comprehensive solutions, fostering healthy debate and ambitious thinking within a team environment to arrive at a suitable solution.

Responsibilities

• Product Backlog: Create and maintain a prioritized product backlog, ensuring it reflects the product vision and business goals.
• Prioritization: The ability to prioritize features and tasks based on their value and alignment with the product vision.
• Adaptability: The ability to adapt to changing circumstances and priorities.
• Teamwork: The ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams.
• Technical Understanding: A solid understanding of the product's technology and development process.
• Problem-Solving: The ability to identify and solve problems effectively.
• Stakeholder Management: Communicate effectively with stakeholders, including executives, customers, and partners.
• Product Launch: Oversee the launch and go-to-market strategy for new product features or releases.

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• Empathy: The ability to understand and empathize with users and customers.
• Negotiation: The ability to negotiate with stakeholders and balance competing priorities.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Business, or a related field.
• Proven experience as a Product Owner or in a similar role.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in a SaaS environment.
• Strong understanding of Agile methodologies (Scrum, Kanban, etc.).
• Comfortable with ambiguity and the ability to work in a self-guided manner.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Experience with product management/development management tools (e.g., Jira, Aha).
• Experience in the creation of more than one product from inception to release.
• Please note that candidates must work within the Dublin time zone.

Nice To Have

• Prior experience with AI and ML.
• Experience working in the API or Application Integration (iPaaS) domain.
• Knowledge of software development processes and technologies.
• Experience with user experience (UX) design and research.

Why You'll Like Working Here

Join a global team committed to Distillery's core values: Unyielding Commitment, Relentless Pursuit, Courageous Ambition, and Authentic Connection.

• 100% Remote Work: Enjoy the freedom to work from anywhere while collaborating with a diverse, multinational team.
• Competitive Compensation: Generous and competitive package in USD, along with a comprehensive benefits plan.
• Flexible Hours: Create a schedule that aligns with your life and priorities.
• Home Office Setup: Receive all the hardware and software needed to succeed from home.
• Innovative Workplace: Collaborate with the global Top 1% of talent in a multicultural and dynamic environment.
• Focus on Growth: Pursue professional and personal development while contributing your unique talents to a team where you can truly shine!