We are looking for a Director of Development / Senior Product Owner to join our team. The person in this role will be responsible for growing the existing product, including planning, estimating, prioritizing, and executing the necessary sub-projects and tasks. The client is building a leading B2B marketplace that connects brands with agencies, and you will play an important role in improving and evolving their current web application.
Responsibilities:
- Own the full product lifecycle, from concept and requirements gathering to launch, performance tracking, and iteration.
- Define and maintain product requirements documentation that translates business briefs, design assets, and stakeholder input into actionable development plans.
- Partner closely with the SEO, Design, and Marketing teams to ensure every product enhancement aligns with growth and brand objectives.
- Drive UX and UI improvements with a focus on mobile-first usability, accessibility, and conversion optimization.
- Lead the technical development roadmap, prioritizing projects that improve performance, scalability, and site architecture.
- Lead and mentor the development and product teams, ensuring alignment on priorities, timelines, and quality standards.
- Run regular PDP (Personal Development Plan) sessions, 1-to-1 meetings, and team retrospectives to foster growth, accountability, and transparency.
- Monitor and maintain team morale, promoting a healthy balance between productivity and well-being.
- Facilitate cross-team collaboration between developers, designers, QA, and product managers to ensure smooth project delivery.
- Oversee delivery processes, including sprint planning, retrospectives, and roadmap reviews, to maintain a high-performing and motivated team.
- Act as a culture leader, encouraging ownership, open communication, and a continuous improvement mindset.
- Serve as the bridge between technical and non-technical teams, simplifying complex systems into clear insights for stakeholders.
- Identify opportunities to automate workflows and improve development efficiency.
Requirements:
- Exceptional organization and project management skills.
- Proven knowledge in writing specification documents.
- 5+ years of professional working experience in project management.
- Strong passion for exploring and understanding customer needs.
- Good working knowledge of project estimation techniques.
- Web development experience is recommended.
- Knowledge of PHP-based frameworks (especially Laravel) is a BIG plus.
- Deep understanding of software development lifecycles.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to think, concentrate, and focus over long periods.
- Strong understanding of SEO principles, web performance optimization, and conversion funnels.
- Experience with Google Tag Manager, Analytics, and SEO tools (Nice to have)
- Excellent communication skills, especially in translating technical goals for non-technical audiences.
- Ability to work EST working hours (6 am - 3 pm).
We offer:
- Maximum flexibility
- Professional trainings, conferences and certifications
- Corporate events and benefits
- Professional literature
- English courses
- Discount program.
If you are interested, please let us know job@zfort.com.