Product Owner

GFT Technologies is an AI-centric global digital transformation company. We design advanced data and AI business transformation solutions, modernize technology architectures and develop next-generation core systems for industry leaders in Banking, Insurance, Manufacturing and Robotics. Partnering closely with our clients, we push boundaries to unlock their full potential.

Are you driven by innovation and ready to create the future of banking? At GFT, we're teaming up with DKB Group to launch a tech hub in Valencia, focused on developing sustainable, next-generation software. Be part of a pioneering team that will reshape the banking industry. If you're looking for an exciting challenge and the chance to grow your career, we want to hear from you

Your main responsibilities will be: 

• You are responsible for the vision, strategy, and roadmap for a pure backend team and align everything clearly with outcomes and customer benefits.
• You work closely with frontend POs, card providers, and internal stakeholders at the management level.
• Together with your team, you will develop modern card management features and accompany them from discovery to delivery.
• You will prioritize the backlog together with the Engineering Manager—based on data, transparently, and according to clear outcome KPIs.
• You will manage the operation and further development of our services—together with internal partners and external service providers.
• You will ensure that our services are available, performant, and secure.
• You will measure success using KPIs and quality metrics, test hypotheses, and continuously develop the service.
• You will take on stakeholder management at the management level: clarifying expectations, prioritizing interests, and mediating conflicts.

Required Skills:

• At least 4 years of experience as a product owner, ideally with backend teams.
• You have already worked in scaling product environments or migration projects – we would love to hear about a mini case study from your experience.
• Outcome-oriented decision-making skills: You clearly justify impact, prioritize soundly, and make decisions even in uncertain situations.
• You have a good basic technical understanding, even without technical training.
• You move confidently between business and tech, communicate clearly in German and English, and manage to get teams and stakeholders on the same page.
• You collaborate intensively with the front-end teams and work in a structured, independent manner with high quality standards.
• Resilience and crisis management: You remain confident even in stressful situations.
• Strong ownership mentality: You take responsibility, create clarity, and actively drive issues forward.
• (Nice to have: experience in the payments environment and/or with subscription models.)
• (You and your team come to the office up to 2 days a week to promote a good working culture.)

 Preferred Skills:

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or a related field.
• Language Skills: Fluency in English and German (at least B2) is essential.
• Strong Team Player: Demonstrates the ability to excel in collaborative environments, effectively working with geographically distributed teams.
• Analytical and Problem-Solving Skills: Possesses solid analytical abilities and problem-solving skills to address complex issues and deliver high-impact solutions.

Soft skills:  

• Strong Team Player: Excels in collaborative environments, effectively working with geographically distributed teams and fostering a culture of trust and cooperation.
• Proactive Communicator: Clearly articulates ideas, decisions, and strategies, ensuring alignment and understanding across all stakeholders.
• Analytical and Problem-Solving Skills: Applies solid analytical abilities to identify and address complex issues, suggesting effective mitigating and contingency actions.
• Results-Oriented and Delivery-Focused: Committed to achieving operational excellence by prioritizing tasks that drive the most value and ensuring timely delivery.
• Adaptable and Flexible: Quickly adjusts to changes, continuously improving processes and embracing new approaches to enhance product outcomes.
• Well-Organized and Time Management: Demonstrates strong organizational skills, manages time effectively, and prioritizes tasks to meet deadlines and drive results.
• Innovation and Creativity: Contributes to innovative thinking and brings fresh ideas to improve product features and overall user experience.

What we offer:

• Work-Life Balance and Flexibility: Option to work in a hybrid setup, flexible schedules, and compressed Fridays.
• Training and Development: Personalized plan and training programs.
• Social Benefits: Meal vouchers, life insurance, telecommuting support.
• Flexible Compensation: Adapted to your needs (health insurance, childcare, training, among others).
• Relocation Package (if applicable): Financial support, guidance, visa sponsorship.
• Referral Program.
• Wellness Program: Nutrition, Physical, Mental. Discounts with Wellhub. Free psychological support service.
• Life at GFT: Smart offices, events, values awards, inspiring talks.
• International Corporate Culture.

At GFT we consider diversity as one of our main pillars and we foster an inclusive work environment based on cooperation and mutual respect.  We offer equal opportunities for everyone regardless of race, cultural background, gender, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or religious beliefs. GFT has drafted and registered an Equality Plan that outlines the measures to be taken with the aim of achieving equal treatment and opportunities between women and men within the company, and eliminating, if present, discrimination based on gender.

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