Product Owner (Remote)

Avenu Holdings LLC

3h•Remote

About The Position

The Product Owner is a key liaison between market needs and delivery of a solution. In this role, the Product Owner owns the backlog end-to-end—writing clear epics, user stories, and acceptance criteria, collaborating with engineering and UX, and leveraging AI tools to work efficiently at scale.

Requirements

2+ years' experience working in Agile methodology and a deep understanding of various phases of the Software Development Life Cycle; preferably in Product Owner or Business Analyst role.
Proficiency with tools such as JIRA, Azure DevOps, and Figma; experience with AI productivity tools (e.g., Claude, ChatPRD, Copilot) to accelerate story creation and analysis;
Understanding and experience with technical solutions and components (APIs, Middleware, Services, SQL)
Ability to create epics, user stories, user journeys, wireframes, and basic diagrams to convey ideas
Strong written communication skills and client presence; able to translate effectively between technical and business audiences
Able to juggle multiple competing priorities
Ability to persuade, encourage and motivate others to beat deadlines

Nice To Haves

Public sector or public sector software experience desired, tax administration, short-term rental or revenue management solutions a plus.

Responsibilities

Independently manage and prioritize the product backlog, ensuring the team always works on the highest-impact work
Author well-structured epics, user stories, and acceptance criteria; leverage AI tools (e.g., Claude, ChatPRD, Rovo) to produce and refine backlog artifacts efficiently and at scale
Lead the planning of product release plans and set expectations for delivery of new functionalities
Confirm that executed stories comply with Neumo’s Definition of Done.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including engineering, marketing, sales, and customer support, to ensure successful product releases.
Engage with customers and stakeholders to gather and validate requirements and feedback.
Work closely with senior leadership to inform product strategy and provide updates on product progress and milestones.
Analyze market trends and competitive landscape to inform product decisions and strategy.
Ensure product aligns with user needs, business goals, and technical capabilities.
Facilitate agile ceremonies, including sprint planning, reviews, and retrospectives.
Monitor and report on product performance, quality, and usage metrics.
Perform other duties as assigned