Product Manager – Mobile Apps (Fitness)

We are a software house implementing projects for clients from various industries and markets. We focus on partnership-based cooperation, independence, and close contact between the project team and the client. Currently, we are looking for a Product Manager to join the team developing a new mobile product for an American client in the fitness industry. The project focuses on solutions intended for devices with Android and iOS systems, including tablets.  In this role, you will work closely with both the developers team and stakeholders on the client side. We are looking for someone who can well understand business needs, translate them into concrete requirements, and ensure a shared understanding of the product vision. We will provide you with Fully remote work, Company equipment and a budget for accessories, An annual training budget, Subsidies for a sports package and medical care, An integration budget, Work in a cohesive team of Nerds and a company with a flat structure.

Daily tasks

• Gathering and analyzing business requirements from stakeholders in the USA,
• Translating business needs into clear and feasible technical requirements and user stories,
• Collaborating with designers on creating wireframes and ensuring their compliance with business goals,
• Proposing new features and improvements based on a deep understanding of the client's business context,
• Maintaining the product backlog to maximize business value,
• Co-creating a high-level roadmap in cooperation with stakeholders in the USA and the Project Manager,
• Supporting the developers team in refining requirements and acceptance criteria,
• Acting as a local source of knowledge, supporting the team in understanding the product vision and requirements,
• Participating in, and sometimes leading, Scrum ceremonies, such as sprint planning or refinement,
• Close cooperation with developers, QA, and the Designer,
• Building and maintaining good relationships with stakeholders in the USA,
• Regularly conducting meetings to gather requirements and present the product,
• Participating in strategic discussions regarding the product development direction,
• Ensuring effective communication between the client and the project team.

Requirements

Experience and skills  Minimum 3 years of experience in a Product Owner / Product Manager position in a software service production environment, Documented experience in cooperation with international clients – US clients preferred, Fluent knowledge of the Scrum methodology and Agile practices, Very good analytical and problem-solving skills, Experience in gathering requirements, creating user stories, and managing the backlog, Communication and language  Advanced knowledge of English (min. C1 level) – both spoken and written, Ability to convey complex technical concepts to non-technical people, Strong skills in writing documentation and specifications, Understanding of technology  Good knowledge of the software development life cycle, Basic understanding of UX/UI principles, Experience with mobile applications (Android and iOS), Nice to have Experience in the fitness industry or interest in this area, Natural curiosity about the fitness world and sports technology, Experience in technical roles or close cooperation with developers teams.

Nice to have: Experience in the fitness industry