Sr. Technical Product Owner (Software)

Location: Hybrid in Glendale, California, United States; office attendance required a minimum of four days per week.

Salary: $155,000–$190,000 yearly.

Company

DreamWorks Animation is an animation studio producing original animated films and series through collaboration between artists, technologists, and storytellers.

What you will do

• Define and prioritize software products based on user needs, business goals, and technical feasibility.
• Collaborate with UX designers, product owners, engineers, project managers, and stakeholders to deliver features.
• Conduct interviews, surveys, and observational studies with animators, designers, production staff, and other internal users.
• Translate qualitative and quantitative research into product requirements, personas, and journey maps.
• Advocate for internal creative teams, facilitate feedback loops, and support user-centered iterative improvement.
• Partner with technical leadership to validate requirements and create interactive prototypes.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Graphic Design, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience as a Product Owner, UX Researcher, or similar role in a creative or technology-driven environment.
• Experience with JavaScript, HTML, and CSS.
• Experience working closely with UX design teams and backend development teams.
• Proficiency in modern web application features and design goals, including Web Components, Responsive Design, and Progressive Applications.
• Experience with Jira or similar project tracking software.
• Background in user research methodologies and synthesizing insights into product strategy.
• Experience working with internal customers or enterprise users, ideally in a creative industry.
• Excellent communication, facilitation, and stakeholder management skills.

Nice to have

• Experience using AI-assisted development tools.
• Awareness of UX design principles and best practices.
• Familiarity with Figma or similar collaborative design workflows.
• Experience with React, Vue, or similar component-based technologies.
• Production experience in computer animation, visual effects, or the game industry.
• Experience with animation, VFX, or game development pipelines.
• Passion for animation, storytelling, or creative production.

Culture & Benefits

• Hybrid work arrangement with a minimum of four office days per week.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k), paid leave, and tuition reimbursement.
• Additional discounts and company-sponsored benefits.
• Collaborative environment involving artists, technologists, innovators, and creators.

Hiring process

• External candidates may be required to attend an in-person interview at an hirify.global location before a hiring decision.