Role Summary
We are actively seeking an experienced Product Owner to work on our flagship transfer product. You will be responsible for defining and prioritizing backlog items, conducting research, understanding business requirements, and collaborating with internal and external stakeholders. The ideal candidate has a strong background in agile product development, excellent communication skills, and a deep understanding of user needs and stakeholder expectations. Be available for calls during Asia-Pacific time zone.
Responsibilities
- Collaborate with business, product, and engineering teams to define and prioritize backlog items
- Conduct research on partner pain points, distill business requirements, and propose solutions
- Work closely with the product manager and business teams to understand product vision and alignment with company goals
- Plan and lead all product management and scrum rituals within a sprint-based system
- Engage in business and partner calls to contribute ideas, resolve questions, and expand the product roadmap based on customer requirements
- Aim to standardize product features and reduce the number of customizations
- Define, prioritize, and communicate short and long-term product goals
- Develop a deep understanding of users and stakeholders through research, data analysis, and interviews
- Act as an advocate for the team, bridging any gaps in understanding between the team and the rest of the company
- Collaborate with the product lead and external partners to understand product requirements
- Lead the product management process from conception to execution, meeting pilot deadlines
- Proactively work with the development team to determine feature implementation and assist in alpha and beta testing
Qualifications
- Minimum of 2 years of experience as a Product Owner, Business Analyst, or Systems Analyst
- Familiarity with agile product development processes
- Comfortable with technology, APIs, and basic data investigation and presentation
- Strong attention to detail, excellent organizational and time management skills
- Ability to negotiate with stakeholders and make informed trade-offs
- Outstanding communication, presentation, and leadership skills
- Sharp analytical and problem-solving skills
- Creative thinker with a vision
- Proven ability to collaborate cross-functionally across product and engineering departments
- Track record of creating user-centric designs
- Experience with data analytics and visualization
- Subject matter expertise on offerings and associated markets
- Familiarity with machine learning is a plus
Benefits and Culture
- Opportunity to work with a dynamic, global team of passionate professionals
- Remote work arrangement, allowing for flexibility and work-life balance
- Competitive salary and benefits package, including stock options
- Opportunities for growth and advancement within the company
- Chance to contribute to the development of innovative fintech solutions that make a real impact on people’s lives
ABOUT US
Financial barriers continue to impact the quality of life for people globally. Almond is a fintech company on a mission to remove these barriers through borderless financial technology, and we are growing! We are seeking a talented Product Owner to join our dynamic, global team of passionate professionals.
If you are interested in making a real impact on a global scale and working remotely alongside some of the industry’s brightest minds, we want to meet you.
Apply Today
If this job description aligns with your qualifications and career aspirations, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity! Please send your resume, salary range, and cover letter to Abhishek@almondfintech.com
Equal Opportunity Employer
Almond is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic. We celebrate diversity and strive to create an inclusive environment for all employees.