Product Owner

TL;DR

Product Owner: Shaping the future of a next-generation public procurement platform, owning the product backlog for two Scrum development teams with an accent on communication, data-driven decisions, and problem-solving. Focus on aligning product backlogs with business priorities, defining actionable user stories, and championing Agile principles for continuous improvement.

Location: Hybrid, working onsite at the office (minimum 2 days per week) and from home. Must be based in Copenhagen, Denmark or Utrecht, Netherlands. hirify.global does not provide relocation support and seeks candidates who are already based in, or have existing work authorization for, the country where the role is located.

Company

hirify.global is a fast-growing technology company dedicated to revolutionizing public procurement, making it accessible and effortless for all involved.

What you will do

• Own and manage the product backlogs for two Scrum development teams, prioritizing and refining items.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to gather requirements, ensure alignment, and communicate progress effectively.
• Define and validate requirements by creating actionable user stories with clear acceptance criteria.
• Actively participate in Scrum events, including stand-ups, sprint planning, reviews, and retrospectives.
• Adapt plans based on feedback and market changes while promoting Agile best practices.

Requirements

• Strong experience (ideally 4+ years) as a Product Owner or Product Manager, preferably in B2B SaaS and Agile environments.
• Degree in Business, Computer Science, Engineering, or equivalent experience; familiarity with SAFe practices is a plus.
• Strong knowledge of Agile frameworks (Scrum), Lean-Agile practices, and experience with tools like Jira.
• Solid understanding of product lifecycle management.
• Fluent in written and spoken English.

Nice to have

• Knowledge of public procurement.
• Additional languages: Danish, Norwegian, Swedish, Finnish, or Dutch.

Culture & Benefits

• Dynamic culture built on continuous growth, trust, and collaboration in an international environment.
• Hybrid work to support work-life balance.
• Health and insurance plans, pension plans, and paid parental leave (may differ per country/office).
• Social happenings and competitive salary packages.
• Opportunity to shape the future and create real value for society.

Hiring process

• Applications are read and considered continuously, so early submission is encouraged.
• Background checks may be carried out with the applicant's consent.