Define and priorities the squad/product backlog
•Managing the backlog to decide on what gets built next. Product Owners break down user needs into clear, actionable tasks and priorities them based on what brings the most value.
•Proposes the scope for MVPs/releases considering existing resource constraints and sustained development of the product. Ultimately accountable for the scope.
•Gets consulted about all the key BAU decisions
Collaborate with stakeholders
•Product Owners are the connection point between the team and everyone else—from customers to business leaders.
•Gather valuable feedback and insights that shape the direction of the product.
•Provides input and gives product perspective on any risks and dependencies on control functions. Responsible for coordinating the grooming of the stories once he/she gets the requirements from the BA.
Create and share the product vision
•Having a clear product vision is one thing—getting the whole team behind it is another. Product Owners set that vision and make sure everyone understands where things are headed and why.
Support the development team
•Whether clarifying a feature, answering quick questions, or helping clear up blockers and helps maintain flow and keeps the team focused and confident.
•Supports the Scrum master (SM) on the squads' ceremonies, including sprint planning, daily stand-ups, backlog grooming, reviews and retros.
•Manages delivery dependencies on other squads by taking part in the PO sync and other cross-squad ceremonies
Track performance and make it better
•Use performance and UBA metrics to see what’s working, what’s not, and where there’s room to improve. These insights help guide backlog and roadmap inputs and ensure the product evolves to meet user needs and market changes
Technical Comptencies
Strong leader and team player
Great communicator with facility to integrate and align diverse stakeholders
Non-hierarchical and collaborative, has transparency and trust in agile ops model.
Deep understanding of product management across the lifecycle
Ability to create compelling offerings towards customers, act as “voice of the customer”
Good sense of technical concepts and, software lifecycle and processes
Experimental agile mindset to drive innovation (Test & Learn) and MVP thinking
Product Analytics and user behavioral analytics understanding.
Understanding of the core levers of the business
Experience and proven knowledge in relevant field/product/customer segment
Requirements
•Bachelor's degree in a relevant field (e.g., Computer Science, Engineering, Business) or equivalent practical experience.
•10+ years working as a Product Manager, Product Coach, Product Owner, or in a similar role within an agile product development environment.
•Proven track-record for scaling product success practices enterprise-wide.
•In-depth knowledge of agile methodologies, such as Scrum, Kanban, and preferably SAFe, and their practical application in product development.
•Strong coaching and mentoring skills with the ability to inspire and guide individuals and teams toward achieving their goals.
•CSPO/ACSPO or any equivalent product management certificates is preferred.
Skills Required
- 2-4 years of experience as a Product Owner
- In-depth knowledge of Agile processes and principals
- Ability to balance conflicting priorities and negotiate a backlog with engineers and leadership
- Ability to influence cross-functional teams without formal authority
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Previous experience working with Jira
What We Do
Banque Misr (BM) was established in 1920 by the pioneer economist and financial expert Mohamed Talaat Harb Pasha, who spearheaded the concept of investing in national savings and directing them toward economic and social development. Thus, Banque Misr was established as the first wholly Egyptian-owned bank. Banque Misr has funded many businesses spanning across multiple domestic sectors, such as: textiles, insurance, transportation, aviation, entertainment, and filmmaking. Currently, BM owns shares in 157 companies across different fields, ranging from finance, tourism, housing, agriculture and food, and communication and information technology. A true pioneer in the region, Banque Misr became the first bank in Egypt and North Africa to comply with PCI data security standards, upon obtaining the latest version of the global Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard (PCI DSS 3.2.1) certification. Utilizing the latest technology in the banking sector, Banque Misr is constantly looking to expand customer access to banking services. Today, Banque Misr is proud to offer one of Egypt’s largest ATM networks, located across all areas of Egypt. Banque Misr’s role is visible in all economic fields due to its geographic outreach. The bank has more than 20,000 employees, serving a large base of more than 13 million clients in Egypt, with a total paid-up capital amounting to EGP 15 billion. The bank has more than 800 electronically integrated local branches located nationwide to provide the best and most accessible services to customers. Banque Misr also values its regional and international presence, which includes its five branches in the United Arab Emirates and one in France. In addition, the bank’s international presence includes subsidiaries in Lebanon and Germany, as well as representative offices in China, Russia, South Korea, and Italy and a global network of correspondents.
