Product Owner III
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Job Location:
Johannesburg - South Africa
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
Yesterday
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
We are seeking a highly skilled and forward-thinking Product Owner III to drive the successful development and delivery of high-impact complex products.
In this role you will act as the bridge between business technology and customer needsowning the product backlog shaping delivery outcomes and ensuring maximum value is realized. You will play a key role in influencing product strategy guiding Agile teams and contributing to the evolution of modern product management practices through innovation and thought leadership.
Key Responsibilities
Product Ownership & Delivery
- Define and manage iteration scope aligned to the Product Managers vision
- Own and prioritise the team backlog based on value readiness and strategic priorities
- Lead iteration reviews showcasing product progress and performance
- Plan and drive Program Increment (PI) planning and product release cycles
- Ensure successful delivery of product features within timelines and quality standards
Agile Leadership & Execution
- Actively contribute to Agile ceremonies and ensure effective team participation
- Drive resolution of impediments managing risks escalations and dependencies
- Collaborate across Agile Release Trains (ARTs) to ensure alignment and delivery
- Maintain a continuous flow of value through well-defined user stories and acceptance criteria
Stakeholder & Customer Engagement
- Serve as the product ambassador to senior stakeholders executives and cross-functional teams
- Translate business needs into clear actionable product requirements
- Advocate for the voice of the customer ensuring solutions are customer-centric
- Align stakeholders on product priorities trade-offs and delivery expectations
Product Strategy & Innovation
- Contribute to product vision roadmap and growth opportunities
- Incorporate stakeholder feedback market insights and performance data into product evolution
- Collaborate with development teams to deliver innovative scalable solutions
- Ensure alignment with enterprise priorities and customer experience standards
Collaboration & Capability Building
- Partner with Chapters and CoEs to adopt best practices and improve delivery standards
- Mentor and coach other Product Owners fostering a culture of excellence
- Contribute to Product Owner CoE initiatives and Agile thought leadership
- Lead teams in line with industry best practices and organisational standards
Requirements
Certifications (Required)
- Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe) e.g. Leading SAFe SAFe PO/PM DevOps
- Entry-Level Business Analysis Certification
Experience
- 710 years experience in Product Management / Product Ownership
- Proven experience delivering complex high-impact products in Agile environments
Technical & Professional Skills
- Product Management & Agile Methodologies
- Business Analysis & Strategic Planning
- Strong Business Acumen & Industry Insight
- Problem Solving & Decision-Making
- Stakeholder Management & Communication
- Future Thinking & Innovation
Required Skills:
NQF Level: Advanced Diploma / National First Degree Degree in Information Technology or related field Certifications (Required) Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe) e.g. Leading SAFe SAFe PO/PM DevOps Entry-Level Business Analysis Certification Experience 710 years experience in Product Management / Product Ownership Proven experience delivering complex high-impact products in Agile environments Technical & Professional Skills Product Management & Agile Methodologies Business Analysis & Strategic Planning Strong Business Acumen & Industry Insight Problem Solving & Decision-Making Stakeholder Management & Communication Future Thinking & Innovation
