About XTEL:

Join XTEL, a leader in providing AI-driven revenue management solutions to consumer goods companies. We leverage cutting-edge technology, industry expertise, and robust data management to drive profitable growth and value realization. Our mission is to empower businesses with innovative solutions that enhance their strategic capabilities.

Role Overview:

As a Senior Product Owner at XTEL, you will collaborate with agile teams to design, build, and deliver our industry-leading products. You will play a pivotal role in translating customer business requirements into production-ready software, serving as the key point of contact for your product area.

Key Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with other product owners and engineering teams to design solutions for business use cases and contribute to the product roadmap.
• Ensure scrum teams have adequate business context and ownership of solutions.
• Gather requirements and manage the product backlog, focusing on customer outcomes.
• Define features and write user stories with clear acceptance criteria, using visual tools where appropriate.
• Represent end users in backlog grooming sessions, ensuring complex features are well-scoped.
• Work with the product design team to create effective end-to-end user experiences.
• Prioritize and clarify the business value of technical enablers with product architects.
• Adjust project scope and manage expectations as needed with scrum teams.
• Build strong relationships with scrum teams and foster an environment of continuous improvement.
• Provide last-level support to other PO teams as needed, in alignment with product management priorities.

Ideal Candidate Profile:

• Knowledge and interest in the Engineering, Computer Science and AI fields.
• 3 years of experience as a product owner or business analyst in a software company, practicing Agile/Scrum methodologies.
• Ability to convey complex concepts to various stakeholders.
• A Master's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or STEM-related field.
• Strong analytic mindset and questioning skills, focusing on "why" rather than "how" or "what."

Preferred Qualifications:

• Familiarity with design thinking and user-centered design techniques.
• Experience with product management tools.
• Certified Scrum Product Owner (CSPO) or equivalent certification.
• Experience with SaaS platforms.
• Ability to align product strategy with business objectives and explore stakeholder ideas constructively.
• Advanced proficiency in Italian

What You’ll Find at XTEL:

• A challenging position in a fast-growing AI-driven revenue management company.
• A diverse and international team with a strong sense of ownership and a can-do mentality.
• Opportunities to contribute meaningfully to the organization’s growth and development.
• A cross-functional role that spans geographies and departments.
• Flexible working arrangements with the possibility of hybrid work (headquarters in Bologna).
• A team passionate about learning and growing to be the best version of ourselves.
• Join XTEL and be part of a team that’s shaping the future of revenue management solutions for consumer goods companies. If you’re ready to make your mark and grow with us, apply now!

Please Note:

This job description provides a general overview of the responsibilities and qualifications required. It is not exhaustive, but it captures the essence of this exciting role.

XTEL is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.