A Product Owner is needed for IT company X5 Tech (X5 Group).
X5 Group is a Russian retail company that manages the "Pyaterochka", "Perekrestok", and "Chizhik" grocery store chains, as well as the digital services "Vprok.ru Perekrestok", 5Post, "Mnogo Lososia", and the Food.ru media platform.
X5 Tech is an IT company and the main digital partner for the retail chains and businesses of X5 Group. A team of over 5,000 specialists develops solutions that help the group's 372,000 employees work with maximum technological comfort, and millions of customers buy fresh products quickly and conveniently.
In the team, you will:
Defining Product Vision and Strategy:
- Develop a long-term product strategy and vision.
- Inspire the team and stakeholders with a common goal and understanding of development directions.
Managing Priorities and Expectations:
- Constantly update and prioritize the product backlog, synchronizing stakeholder expectations.
- Effectively manage priorities to achieve key performance indicators.
Coordinating Cross-functional Teams:
- Ensure alignment between development, design, testing, and data science teams.
- Conduct regular meetings to synchronize plans and results for the development and integration of various modules.
Analyzing Market and User Needs:
- Conduct market analysis and identify internal company needs.
- Regularly interact with clients to gather feedback and identify their needs in each module.
Monitoring and Optimizing Product Performance:
- Establish and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) for each module.
- Implement analytical tools and conduct A/B tests to improve all parts of the product.
Leading and Developing the Team:
- Mentor and develop team members.
- Create a motivating and supportive work environment.
Managing Metrics:
- Define target metric values and achieve them on a regular basis.
- Make management decisions based on metrics.
- Synchronize the metrics tree with product effects and the overall strategic direction.
Requirements:
- At least 3 years of experience as a Product Owner or in a similar role.
- Deep understanding of Agile/Scrum methodologies.
- Strong analytical and strategic thinking skills.
- Ability to communicate effectively with technical and non-technical teams.
The Company Offers:
- Official employment with a transparent salary, performance-based bonuses;
- Convenient office near "Dobryninskaya" metro station / convenient office with free parking near "Volgogradsky Prospekt" metro station / MCD "Kalitniki";
- Flexible work schedule;
- Opportunity for hybrid work format;
- Comprehensive VHI package (including international travel and dental care), life and health insurance;
- Opportunities for learning and development at the company's expense: external training and seminars on professional topics, participation in major conferences in the country, digital and managerial skills development programs (Digital Academy, Team Lead School), online and offline masterclasses, the corporate university "X5 Polka", mentor school, and much more;
- Motivation programs for speakers and authors: internal Speak Up School, Write Up, achievements and points for presentations, preparation of speakers for major conferences in the country, author community on Habr, opportunity to share experience with internal and external expert communities;
- Knowledge sharing through communities: 12 technical communities from Java to DevOps;
- Vibrant corporate life with numerous events, contests, and opportunities for creative expression: regular internal meetups, demo days, open mic sessions, IT specialist day, volunteer programs, corporate entrepreneurship X5 Idea Challenge;
- Employee well-being initiatives: 7 sports communities (running, football, volleyball, basketball, hockey, skiing, triathlon), annual Health Week;
- Discounts within the X5 business ecosystem ("Pyaterochka", "Perekrestok", "Mnogo Lososia", "Perekrestok Vprok");
- Prime-zone privilege program (discounts on goods and services and special offers from partner companies);
- Financial assistance for employees facing difficult life situations.