Product Owner (Connected Cars)

TL;DR

Product Owner (Connected Cars): Bridging the gap between customer and development teams for a German-based client (Volkswagen Group/CARIAD), focusing on connected vehicle platforms and mobility services. Focus on requirements gathering, backlog prioritization, and sprint coordination in an international environment.

Location: Must be able to work in an international environment and spend a few weeks in Germany. Position based in Ahmedabad with hybrid work options (country-dependent).

Company

hirify.global is a global company that embraces all things digital and provides services for various clients.

What you will do

• Gather, analyze, and refine requirements to ensure clarity and alignment.
• Prioritize the product backlog to maximize business value.
• Plan and coordinate sprints, ensuring timely and goal-oriented delivery.
• Define acceptance criteria and supporting sprint reviews.
• Take ownership of feature validation, ensuring deliverables meet expectations.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to maintain transparency on project progress.

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience in the software industry and international projects.
• 3+ years of working in a DevOps environment.
• Prior experience working in agile teams (Scrum, Kanban, SAFe, etc.).
• Strong communication skills and a good command of English.
• Ability to work effectively in a globally distributed team.
• Applicants should demonstrate a strong sense of ownership.

Nice to have

• Experience with software development.
• Strong stakeholder management skills.
• Familiarity with backlog grooming, user story writing, and acceptance criteria definition.
• Eagerness to understand the business domain and become a subject matter expert.

Culture & Benefits

• Flexibility with hybrid work options (country-dependent).
• Learning and development opportunities via Academy and online portals.
• German language classes compensation.
• Professional certifications reimbursement.
• Participation in professional local & global communities.
• Growth and development possibilities.

Hiring process

• Talent Acquisition team will review your application.
• If your skills and experience align with the role, they’ll reach out for next steps.