Arbetsbeskrivning

ECARX is a global automotive technology provider partnering with OEMs to accelerate the future of software-defined vehicles. As OEMs develop new vehicle platforms from the ground up, ECARX is developing a full-stack solutions to enhance the user experience, while reducing complexity and cost.

To date ECARX products have been integrated into more than 8.7 million cars worldwide, and we continue to shape the interaction between people and vehicles by rapidly advancing the technology at the heart of smart mobility. Founded in 2017, and listed on the Nasdaq in 2022, we have more than 1,800 team members across Europe, Asia and the Americas working towards one ambition: to redefine the driving experience

We are now looking for a Product Owner to join our team in Gothenburg.

About the role

The purpose of the role is to serve as a Product Owner. This involves defining goals and creating a vision for the assigned area from a high-level perspective. The Product Owner is responsible for generating a backlog of items and prioritizing them in accordance with the overall strategy and business objectives established by the Product Manager.

To ensure that the product's vision, strategy, and priorities are aligned, the Product Owner should invest a significant amount of time in understanding the product and the value it delivers. Additionally, the Product Owner serves as the primary communicator and liaison between stakeholders and teams.

Main responsibilities

• Prioritizing and managing the product backlog to ensure smooth development
• Translating strategies devised by product managers into actionable tasks for development
• Gaining insights into the market and customer requirements to enhance product quality
• Acting as a liaison between product and development teams to ensure seamless communication
• Being available to answer development team's queries and concerns
• Providing an explanation of why the product is best and how it aligns with the overall product strategy
• Attending Feature & Planning HUB and Trinity meetings as an active member
• Managing stakeholder expectations effectively

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, Business, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• Proven experience working as a Product Owner, Product Manager, Business Analyst, or similar role within software development.
• Strong understanding of Agile methodologies, particularly Scrum, and experience working in Agile development teams.
• Experience managing and prioritizing product backlogs, including writing and refining user stories and acceptance criteria.
• Ability to translate business objectives and product strategies into clear and actionable development requirements.
• Strong stakeholder management skills with the ability to balance competing priorities and expectations.
• Experience gathering, analyzing, and prioritizing customer, user, and market requirements.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to act as an effective bridge between business stakeholders and technical teams.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with a data-driven approach to decision-making.
• Demonstrated ability to define product goals, communicate product vision, and drive alignment across cross-functional teams.
• Experience working closely with software developers, UX/UI designers, and other product team members throughout the development lifecycle.
• Ability to make prioritization decisions and provide clear guidance to development teams in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple initiatives and stakeholders simultaneously.
• Fluent verbal and written communication skills in English.