Job Description
Job Purpose: We are seeking an enthusiastic and technically proficient Intermediate Product Owner / Java Developer to join our growing team. This hybrid role is crucial for bridging the gap between product needs and technical implementation
You will actively contribute to both the development of robust Java-based software solutions and the definition of product features, ensuring our microservices effectively meet user needs and business objectives. This position offers an excellent opportunity to grow your expertise in both product ownership and advanced Java development within a dynamic and collaborative environment
Key Responsibilities:
- Product Ownership & Backlog Management:
- Bridge product strategy with technical execution by participating in backlog refinement and prioritization for specific microservices
- Translate high-level requirements into clear, actionable user stories with acceptance criteria for the development team
- Act as the primary technical point of contact for assigned microservices, clarifying user stories and explaining the 'why' behind development tasks to the team
- Understand market and customer needs to inform product decisions for your microservice
- Java Development & Technical Contribution:
- Design, develop, test, and maintain high-quality Java applications and components for enterprise microservices
- Contribute hands-on to backend development including server-side logic, API design, and database interaction using modern Java frameworks
- Write clean, efficient, and well-documented Java code, adhering to best practices
- Participate in code reviews, testing, and troubleshooting to ensure software quality and reliability
- Contribute to microservice architectures and event-driven patterns
- Collaboration & Agile Practices:
- Serve as a key liaison between development, product management, and other stakeholders for your specific data pipeline and solutions
- Actively participate in Agile ceremonies (sprint planning, daily stand-ups, sprint reviews, retrospectives)
- Communicate project progress, technical challenges, and solutions effectively to all relevant parties
Required Skills & Qualifications
- Education: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related technical field
- Experience:
- 3-5 years of professional experience in Java software development, with a focus on building enterprise-level applications
- optionally
- 1-2 years of experience or significant exposure to Product Owner responsibilities such as backlog management, user story creation, or stakeholder communication within an Agile team
- Technical Expertise:
- Solid understanding of Core Java (Java 11+ or higher), including Object-Oriented Programming (OOP) concepts
- Practical experience with Spring and Spring Boot frameworks
- Experience with RESTful APIs
- Familiarity with microservice concepts and practical experience with Docker
- Experience with at least one database system (e.g., PostgreSQL, Oracle, MongoDB)
- Proficiency with version control systems (Git) and basic understanding of CI/CD concepts
- Experience with tools like Jira and Confluence for project and documentation management
- Product Ownership Skills:
- Good understanding of Agile principles and Scrum methodology
- Ability to write clear and concise user stories and acceptance criteria
- Strong analytical thinking and problem-solving abilities to contribute to product decisions
- Foundational understanding of market and customer needs
- Education: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related technical field
- Experience:
- 3-5 years of professional experience in Java software development, with a focus on building enterprise-level applications
- optionally
- 1-2 years of experience or significant exposure to Product Owner responsibilities such as backlog management, user story creation, or stakeholder communication within an Agile team
- Technical Expertise:
- Solid understanding of Core Java (Java 11+ or higher), including Object-Oriented Programming (OOP) concepts
- Practical experience with Spring and Spring Boot frameworks
- Experience with RESTful APIs
- Familiarity with microservice concepts and practical experience with Docker
- Experience with at least one database system (e.g., PostgreSQL, Oracle, MongoDB)
- Proficiency with version control systems (Git) and basic understanding of CI/CD concepts
- Experience with tools like Jira and Confluence for project and documentation management
- Product Ownership Skills:
- Good understanding of Agile principles and Scrum methodology
- Ability to write clear and concise user stories and acceptance criteria
- Strong analytical thinking and problem-solving abilities to contribute to product decisions
- Foundational understanding of market and customer needs
- Soft Skills:
- Strong communication skills (verbal and written) to effectively interact with team members and stakeholders
- Collaborative mindset and ability to work effectively in a team environment
- Proactive attitude with a desire to learn and grow in both product and technical domains
- Developing decisiveness and ability to manage expectations