Product Owner

Pay attention - this is fully onsite in Ras Al-Khaimah

About the Company

Softana is a product development company based in Ras Al-Khaimah. We care about people who'll use our products. That's why we make our software flexible and human- friendly.

What we do:

Product development

• developing end-to-end web and mobile applications and platforms.

System integration

• connecting software, CRMs, and other tools

After - launch support

• performing ongoing monitoring, security updates, or scaling.

About the Role

Are you an ambitious Product Owner ready to drive product vision and align cross-functional tech teams in a high-growth environment? We are looking for a skilled Product Owner to join our team on-site in Ras Al Khaimah, UAE. If you excel at bridging business objectives with technical execution, mastering backlog refinement, and delivering end-to-end product features, this is your next big career move.

What You Will Do

• Backlog & Sprint Ownership: Formulate, refine, and prioritize backlog items based on critical business goals, defining clear sprint objectives and inspecting product increments from design to production.
• Requirement Management: Gather, verify, and maintain functional and non-functional requirements, ensuring all Epics, User Stories, Use Cases, and Operational Change Requests meet strict quality standards.
• Define Acceptance Criteria: Establish clear Acceptance Criteria alongside stakeholders to set accurate testing baselines for QA and guarantee high product standards.
• Stakeholder Bridge: Act as the central communicator between development teams and business stakeholders, ensuring transparency, alignment, and approval for key strategies.
• Strategic Alignment: Participate in quarterly OKR planning, estimate deliverables, and continuously align product roadmaps with business objectives.

What You Bring

• Proven Experience: At least 3 years in a Product Owner role or related domain (e.g., Business Analyst, System Analyst).
• Core Technical Knowledge: Solid understanding of Scrum/Agile methodologies, product architecture, requirements lifecycle, and backlog management.
• UX & Product Mindset: Strong grasp of UX principles and product lifecycle processes.
• Analytical Thinking: Excellent problem-solving skills with the ability to analyze data, identify bottlenecks, and make swift, well-reasoned decisions.
• Soft Skills & Leadership: Advanced English proficiency, strong conflict-resolution skills, and the leadership to guide cross-functional teams without direct management authority.

Bonus Points For:

• PSPO Level 1 (or equivalent) certification.
• Direct experience with mobile app products.
• Basic coding or UI/UX design background.

What's in It for You

• Financial Growth: Highly competitive remuneration level with structured annual performance reviews.
• Global Mobility: A comprehensive relocation package including flights (partially covered), up to 2 weeks of hotel accommodation, and full visa support for you and your family.
• Work-Life Balance: 21 days of paid annual leave plus an additional 6 fully paid sick days to ensure you rest and recharge
• Health&Wellness: Private medical insurance

Our Recruitment Process We respect your time and aim to keep our process transparent and efficient:

1. Initial Screen: A casual conversation with a Lionhires Recruiter to discuss your background and expectations.
2. Product Discussion: A deep dive into your product methodology and experience with the Hiring Manager.
3. Final Interview: A strategic conversation with key Business Stakeholders.
4. Intro Calls with C-level
5. Offer: Welcome aboard!