Product Owner

Company Description:

Code Engine Studio (CES) is a trusted software development partner specializing in custom application development and team extension. We cover the full development lifecycle, from qualitative research, UX and brand design, and strategic road mapping to enterprise-grade web and mobile development with technologies like NodeJS, ReactJS, and Java. We are a passionate and dedicated team helping clients in the USA, Canada, Europe, and Asia turn their vision into impactful digital products. More than a software outsourcing company, we are guided by our core values: Pursuit of Excellence, Hungry to Learn, We Before Me, and Humbly Listen, Bravely Speak. These principles shape not only how we build technology, but also how we build lasting relationships with clients, colleagues, and communities.

At CES, we care about our clients’ success as much as our own. We continually sharpen our skills and deliver products that exceed expectations. Just as importantly, we care about the success of our people. We invest in training and empower our team members, unlocking their full potential and supporting both their personal and professional growth.

Website: codeenginestudio.com

Facebook: fb.com/codeengine

Job Summary:

Key Skills:

• Maximize Product Value: The Product Owner is responsible for maximizing the value of the product resulting from the work of the Scrum Team, ensuring that the product aligns with customer needs and business objectives.
• Manage the Product Backlog: They create, prioritize, and maintain the product backlog, ensuring that it reflects the most valuable features and tasks for the development team to work on by breaking down big needs in small and actionable steps.
• Define Product Goals: Develops and communicates clear product goals and vision to the Scrum Team and stakeholders, providing direction and focus for the development process.
• Serve as the Voice of the Customer: Acting as the primary liaison between stakeholders and the development team, gathers feedback, clarifies requirements, and ensures that the team understands customer needs.
• Evaluate Progress and Make Decisions: Assesses the progress of the product through each iteration, making informed decisions about whether to proceed to the next steps or revisit previous work based on the team’s output and stakeholder feedback.
• Business Analysis: Collaborate with clients and stakeholders to understand business objectives and requirements. 
• Consultant: Act as business analyst for pre-sale work or consultant phase, defining high-level scope and timelines. Provide input to proposals and client presentations.
• Billing/Invoicing: Understand and keep track of the project's budget. Work with the finance department to streamline the billing process and improve transparency.

Qualifications:

• Minimum of 5 years of experience as a Product Owner, Business Analyst, or in similar client-facing software consultancy roles.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Fluent English skills.
• Organizational skills for managing product scope, priorities, and client discussions.
• Ability to manage expectations, negotiate with clients and navigate complex priorities.
• Problem-solving and conflict resolution skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams.
• Familiarity with Agile methodologies and the software development lifecycle.
• Strong business analysis experience, with pre-sale or client consultancy exposure preferred.

Benefits:

• Work Environment: Fun, open, and family-like atmosphere. Visit our fan page at https://www.facebook.com/codeengine to know us more
• Compensation: Excellent salary with 13th month bonus and quarterly bonuses available based on personal and corporate goals met.
• Health Benefits: Yearly renewed health allowance or a comprehensive health insurance package, depending on your preference.
• Professional Development: Training budget available for individual and team growth.
• Work Schedule: 5-day work week (Mon-Fri) with no regular overtime expected.
• Extra Paid Time Off: 11 public holidays, 1 Christmas day, and up to 5 days of Sick leave. 
• Personal & Career Growth: 2 hours/week of English classes, weekly soft skills training during work hours, and Vietnamese classes for expatriate staff.
• Office Perks: Free daily lunch, plus social activities such as poker games, foosball table, table tennis, weekly snack-time, and monthly birthday celebrations.
• Travel Opportunities: Chance to travel internationally for training and work.
• Language environment: Fully English-speaking, collaborating with clients from the USA, Canada, Europe, and Southeast Asia on portfolio piece projects.

These benefits reflect our commitment to creating a positive and supportive workplace where you can grow professionally and personally while enjoying a great work-life balance.