Description
This role is about owning and driving a technical product from idea to launch.
- You act as the bridge between business needs and engineering execution, converting requirements into clear specs and user stories.
- You run Agile processes (sprints, planning, reviews) to ensure timely and quality delivery.
- You work closely with engineering, design, and stakeholders on web and AI-based features.
- Overall, you ensure the product is technically sound, user-focused, and aligned with business goals.
Requirements
- 3+ years experience as a Product Manager, Product Owner, or Technical Product Manager in SaaS, web app, or AI-driven product environments.
- Proven experience writing product specs, designing workflows, and managing technical documentation.
- Strong understanding of Agile methodologies (Scrum or Kanban) and experience running Agile ceremonies.
- Ability to produce user stories, acceptance criteria, wireframes, and flow diagrams (e.g., using Lucidchart, Miro, or similar tools).
- Experience working closely with engineering on APIs, web applications, or AI/ML-powered solutions.
- Excellent organizational, analytical, and communication skills.
- Hands-on familiarity with product management tools (Jira, Trello, Notion, Asana, etc.).
- Bonus : Experience developing or managing AI/ML products or developer-facing platforms.
Preferred Tools
- Project Management : Jira, Trello, Notion, Confluence (or similar)
- Diagrams & Swimlanes : Lucidchart, Miro, or equivalent
- Documentation Review : GitHub or GitLab
- Wireframing : Figma, Balsamiq, or similar
Professional Skills
- Strong problem-solving abilities and attention to detail.
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
- Collaborative mindset with the ability to work effectively in a team :
Product Ownership & Planning
- Define and document product requirements, user flows, swimlanes, and acceptance criteria for web and AI-powered applications.
- Translate business needs into clear, actionable technical specs for engineering teams.
- Maintain and prioritize the product backlog, ensuring alignment with business goals.
Agile Delivery
- Lead Agile ceremonies including sprint planning, daily stand-ups, backlog refinement, reviews, and retrospectives.
- Develop sprint goals, track progress, and remove roadblocks for development teams.
- Manage release planning and coordinate cross-functional teams to ensure timely delivery.
Feature Management & Execution
- Collaborate with engineering and design to develop detailed specifications and wireframes.
- Oversee feature development from ideation to launch, ensuring quality and alignment with user needs.
- Gather and analyze feedback from users, stakeholders, and internal teams to inform continuous improvement.
Technical Leadership
- Understand SaaS architectures, APIs, integrations, and AI/ML-powered features.
- Work with engineers to validate technical feasibility, define data flows, and support integration with internal/external systems.
- Review and refine product documentation, release notes, and developer guides as needed.
- Stakeholder Collaboration :
- Communicate clearly with business, engineering, and design teams to align on priorities and expectations.
- Present product updates, sprint outcomes, and roadmaps to leadership and stakeholders.
(ref:hirist.tech)
