Business Analyst (Product Ownership Certification) – Germiston / Hybrid – R800k PA

A fast-growing International Software Development business that thrives on innovation and creativity is currently in search for a Certified Product Owner to be part of the team.

They are looking for a highly driven and entrepreneurial Product Owner who can be a forefront of their product development , leading the software development engine room to design, build and launch market-leading solutions.

Requirements :

• Proven Product Ownership : Certification required with aspirations of moving into a pure PO role
• Entrepreneurial Spirit : A strong entrepreneurial mindset with the ability to think strategically, take initiative, and drive new product ideas from concept to launch
• Innovative Thinker : Demonstrated ability to innovate and think creatively, constantly seeking opportunities to differentiate and improve products
• Agile Methodologies : Hands-on experience with Agile frameworks (Scrum, Kanban, etc.) and a deep understanding of product development cycles
• Excellent Communication Skills : Ability to articulate a compelling product vision, motivate teams, and engage with stakeholders at all levels of the organization
• Background in startups or high-growth environments is highly desirable
• A Product Owner certification (or certifications) is highly desirable, preferably from organizations such as scrum.org
• Experience with UX / UI design principles and methodologies
• Experience using Figma to build wireframes would be a plus
• Expert use of Jira and Confluence is a must
• In depth understanding of the software development life cycle, particularly where continuous integration and delivery is practised
• The ability to understand and interpret things which can be highly technical i.e. able to understand system architectures at a high level, and how they hang together
• Customer-Focused : Strong empathy for customer needs, with the ability to translate insights into actionable product improvements.
• Technical Aptitude : Familiarity with technical aspects of product development, including software development processes and tools. Experience working closely with engineering teams is a plus.

Reference Number for this position is GZ60423 which is a permanent Hybrid position based in Germiston offering a cost to company salary of R800k Per Annum