Product Owner
@ Propellerhead

Hybrid
NZ$120,000
Hybrid
Full Time
Posted 23 days ago

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About the Role

As a Product Owner at Product Owner, you will ensure clarity on the next most valuable thing to deliver. You will work closely with internal and client stakeholders to meet both functional and commercial objectives, maintaining long-term relationships with customers. This role emphasizes delivering high-value software into production.

Key Accountabilities

  • Manage and groom the product backlog with appropriate items.
  • Communicate clearly with product delivery teams.
  • Ensure teams focus on funded backlog items.
  • Collaborate with stakeholders to prioritise valuable deliverables.
  • Manage scope for maximum value and resource efficiency.
  • Evaluate deliverables for desired outcomes and adjust as needed.
  • Keep teams informed about upcoming work context and challenges.

Skills and Experience

The ideal candidate will have proven experience as a Product Owner in a software environment, a strong grasp of Agile methodologies, excellent communication skills, and the ability to manage multiple tasks. Experience with product management tools and a reliable remote work setup (if applying remotely) are key.

Work Model

This role operates on a hybrid model. While most team members are based in Auckland, New Zealand, remote candidates are welcome. Some flexibility for cross-timezone collaboration is required.

About Propellerhead

Propellerhead is a leading software services company with 20 years in the market. They design, deliver, and maintain large-scale digital platforms for diverse commercial, non-profit, and government organisations. They offer a collaborative culture with learning opportunities and a focus on meaningful technology solutions.

Benefits & Additional Information

Join a diverse team working on commercially minded projects. Benefits include developer knowledge sharing sessions, the option to work remotely or relocate to Auckland, and a culture of learning. Note that applications must include a cover letter and may require background and other checks.

Key skills/competency

Product Backlog, Agile, Communication, Stakeholder, Prioritisation, Remote, Hybrid, Software, Evaluation, Coordination

How to Get Hired at Propellerhead

🎯 Tips for Getting Hired

  • Customize your resume: Tailor experiences to Propellerhead requirements.
  • Highlight Agile expertise: Emphasize relevant methodologies and tools.
  • Prepare your cover letter: Detail your unique value and goals.
  • Research Propellerhead: Understand company culture and projects.

📝 Interview Preparation Advice

Technical Preparation

Review Agile methodologies and Scrum practices.
Study product management tools and software.
Practice backlog grooming techniques.
Learn metrics and outcome evaluation methods.

Behavioral Questions

Describe a time you led a team.
Explain handling conflicting stakeholder demands.
Share an experience of managing project scope.
Discuss prioritisation under pressure.

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