Software Product Owner
Anova
full-time
Posted on:
Location Type: Remote
Location: Illinois • United States
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About the role
- Work closely with the Product Managers to develop and maintain a detailed software roadmap that aligns with Anova’s timelines and strategic goals
- Ensure the software product roadmap is coordinated with the hardware product roadmap, allowing for timely development and seamless integration
- Own the software product backlog, working with the Product Manager to prioritize features and align them with business and technical requirements
- Partner with teams to ensure software compatibility and seamless performance across platforms and devices
- Collaborate with design, engineering, marketing, and customer support to align the product strategy with business objectives
- Serve as the primary software lead in cross-functional team discussions, coordinating closely with other Product Owners to manage dependencies and integration points
- Collaborate with the Product Manager to gather product requirements from stakeholders, customers, and market research, translating them into actionable stories and acceptance criteria
- Serve as the primary liaison between development teams and stakeholders, providing clear, consistent updates and collaborating with the Product Manager to manage expectations
- Coordinate with Agile development teams on sprint planning and execution, ensuring alignment with the roadmap and quality standards
- Define acceptance criteria and partner with QA to maintain Anova’s high standards for product quality and performance
- Ensure seamless interaction between software and hardware for cohesive user experiences
- Identify potential risks related, communicating proactively with the Product Manager to develop mitigation strategies
- Work with the Software Product Manager to align on high-level product goals and priorities, ensuring hardware and software components complement each other
- Partner with the Software Product Manager and Product Owners to gather feedback, incorporate lessons learned, and continuously improve Anova’s products and processes
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Business, or a related field
- Minimum of 4 years as a Product Owner, ideally in IoT, consumer electronics, or other hardware-integrated software products
- Strong understanding of Agile methodologies and software development life cycles
- Familiarity with hardware constraints and integration with software development
- Ability to analyze complex challenges and create solutions that address both software and hardware needs
- Strong verbal and written communication skills to clearly articulate product requirements and updates
- Commitment to understanding user needs and translating them into valuable software features
- Ability to coordinate and influence cross-functional teams, driving collaboration and aligning on product goals
- Comfortable navigating both software and hardware constraints, ensuring integrated, high-quality product solutions
- Certified Scrum Product Owner (CSPO) or equivalent preferred
Benefits
- competitive compensation and reward strategies
- sincere appreciation
- opportunities for growth and advancement
- benefits that support your life and well-being, from health and finance to recognition and reward
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
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Hard Skills & Tools
Agile methodologiessoftware development life cycleproduct backlog managementacceptance criteria definitionrisk identification and mitigationsoftware compatibilityintegration with hardwaresprint planninguser experience designmarket research analysis
Soft Skills
communication skillscollaborationproblem-solvingstakeholder managementinfluenceuser needs analysiscross-functional team coordinationstrategic alignmentadaptabilityleadership
Certifications
Certified Scrum Product Owner (CSPO)