We are looking for a Product Owner / Project Manager with Development experience to join our team. The person in this role will be responsible for growing the existing product, including planning, estimating, prioritizing, and executing the necessary sub-projects and tasks. The client is building a leading B2B marketplace that connects brands with agencies, and you will play an important role in improving and evolving their current web application.
Responsibilities:
- Own the full product lifecycle, from concept and requirements gathering to launch, performance tracking, and iteration.
- Define and maintain product requirements documentation that translates business briefs, design assets, and stakeholder input into actionable development plans.
- Partner closely with the SEO, Design, and Marketing teams to ensure every product enhancement aligns with growth and brand objectives.
- Drive UX and UI improvements with a focus on mobile-first usability, accessibility, and conversion optimization.
- Lead the technical development roadmap, prioritizing projects that improve performance, scalability, and site architecture.
- Lead and mentor the development and product teams, ensuring alignment on priorities, timelines, and quality standards.
- Run regular PDP (Personal Development Plan) sessions, 1-to-1 meetings, and team retrospectives to foster growth, accountability, and transparency.
- Monitor and maintain team morale, promoting a healthy balance between productivity and well-being.
- Facilitate cross-team collaboration between developers, designers, QA, and product managers to ensure smooth project delivery.
- Oversee delivery processes, including sprint planning, retrospectives, and roadmap reviews, to maintain a high-performing and motivated team.
- Act as a culture leader, encouraging ownership, open communication, and a continuous improvement mindset.
- Serve as the bridge between technical and non-technical teams, simplifying complex systems into clear insights for stakeholders.
- Identify opportunities to automate workflows and improve development efficiency.
Requirements:
- Exceptional organization and project management skills.
- Proven knowledge in writing specification documents.
- 5+ years of professional working experience in project management.
- Strong passion for exploring and understanding customer needs.
- Good working knowledge of project estimation techniques.
- Web development experience is recommended.
- Knowledge of PHP-based frameworks (especially Laravel) is a BIG plus.
- Deep understanding of software development lifecycles.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to think, concentrate, and focus over long periods.
- Strong understanding of SEO principles, web performance optimization, and conversion funnels.
- Experience with Google Tag Manager, Analytics, and SEO tools (Nice to have)
- Excellent communication skills, especially in translating technical goals for non-technical audiences.
- Ability to work EST working hours (6 am – 3 pm), which corresponds to 1 pm – 10 pm Kyiv time.
We offer:
- Maximum flexibility
- Professional trainings, conferences and certifications
- Corporate events and benefits
- Professional literature
- English courses
- Discount program.
If you are interested, please let us know job@zfort.com.