Product Team Assistant

This is a remote position.

Schedule: Monday to Friday from 10 AM to 7 PM New Zealand (6:00 AM – 3:00 PM Manila time) (8 hours per day/40 hours per week)

Summary:

We are seeking a dedicated and versatile Product Owner to lead the development of our VR and desktop medical simulation software. The ideal candidate will play a pivotal role in shaping the product vision, managing the product backlog, and ensuring alignment with business objectives. You will collaborate closely with a diverse, international team of software engineers and vendors. This role may also involve assisting in project management and business analyst tasks to drive project success.

Responsibilities:

• Product Leadership: Define and manage the product backlog, writing and refining user stories and JIRA tickets to guide the development team.
  
• Team Collaboration: Coordinate with software engineers, international vendors, and team members to ensure timely delivery of product features.
  
• Stakeholder Engagement: Collaborate with stakeholders to align the product vision with business goals and customer needs.
  
• Task Management: Utilize JIRA for effective task management and maintain clear, organized documentation.
  
• Project Assistance: Assist in project management tasks such as managing timelines, resources, and deliverables.
  
• Business Analysis: Gather and analyze requirements, translating them into actionable tasks and features.
  
• Adaptability: Adapt to changing project needs and take on multiple roles as required.
  
• Communication: Maintain strong communication channels within a diverse, international team.
  

Requirements

Requirements:

• Experience: Proven experience as a Product Owner in software development, with exposure to project management and business analysis.
  
• Methodologies: Strong understanding of Agile methodologies and hands-on experience with JIRA.
  
• Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  
• Teamwork: Ability to work collaboratively within cross-functional and international teams.
  
• Adaptability: Willingness to adapt and take on additional responsibilities as needed.
  
• Technical Interest: Interest in or experience with virtual reality and/or medical education technology.
  
• Availability: Ability to work full-time.
  

Scope:

• Product Development: Lead the development and delivery of VR and desktop medical simulation software.
  
• Backlog Management: Prioritize and manage the product backlog to align with strategic objectives.
  
• Coordination: Act as a liaison between stakeholders, software engineers, and international vendors.
  
• Project Management Support: Assist with project timelines, resource allocation, and ensuring deliverables meet quality standards.
  
• Business Analysis: Conduct analysis to ensure product features meet user needs and contribute to business objectives.