Product Owner - Automation at Kaizengaming

We are Kaizen Gaming Kaizen Gaming, the team powering Betano, is one of the biggest GameTech companies in the world, operating in 19 markets. We always aim to leverage cutting-edge technology, providing the best experience to our millions of customers who trust us for their entertainment. We are a diverse team of more than 2.700 Kaizeners, from 40+ nationalities spreading across 3 continents. Our #oneteam is proud to be among the Best Workplaces in Europe and certified Great Place to Work across our offices. Here, there’ll be no average day for you. Ready to Press Play on Potential? Job Title: Product Owner (Automation) Let's start with the role As a Product Owner (Automation), you will be a versatile and results-driven member of our established Automation team. This role requires a strong ability to understand business needs, analyze technical requirements, facilitate effective communication between stakeholders, and drive process automations development in alignment with business objectives. As a Product Owner (Automation), you will be responsible for: • Requirements Gathering and Analysis: • Collaborate with stakeholders to identify opportunities for new process automation initiatives • Analyze business requirements and translate them into functional and non-functional specifications. • Create , maintain, and continuously refine comprehensive product documentation • Backlog Management & Planning: • Contribute to backlog management, ensuring high-priority features are reflected • Participate in planning meetings, guiding the team in delivering priority items • Release Planning & Expectations Setting: • Work with the Automation Manager to plan product releases and manage delivery expectations. • Make informed decisions on trade-offs and and priorities throughout the development lifecycle • Automations Development: • Work with the development team to set realistic expectations for delivery timelines • Identify and mitigate impediments and risks, and ensure timely and quality delivery of automation solutions • Stakeholder Liaison & Feedback: • Act as the primary point of contact between the development team and stakeholders • Define acceptance criteria and collaborate with the team during QA to ensure that the product meets the specified requirements and standards. • Monitoring & Reporting: • Monitor and report team and production KPIs • Contribute to the POs Chapter and cross-company alignment initiatives • Agile/Scrum Practices: • Support the team using agile best practices and defined processes/tools. • Collaborate with the Automation Manager and business stakeholders to maintain a prioritized backlog. • Continuous Improvement: • Gather feedback from stakeholders and team members to drive iterative product improvement. • Stay updated on industry best practices and technologies to enhance product development. What you’ll bring: • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Business, or a related field. • At least 2-3 years of experience as a Product Owner, Business Analyst, consultant, or developer in development projects in a technological environment. • Effective collaboration with technical and non-technical team members and business partners. • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. • Excellent organizational and documentation abilities. • Proven capability to manage priorities and stakeholders. • Excellent communication skills in English, both written and spoken. • Familiarity with Automation Platforms (Power Platform, UiPath) will be considered a plus. • Familiarity with the use of Jira, Grafana, and Gsheet will be considered a plus. • Familiarity with online sports betting and casino products is an asset. • Good understanding of technology, programming languages, and software architecture is advantageous. Kaizen Gaming Perks • • 🕑 We offer both work from the office (hybrid model) & remote working options • .🏃 A buddy will support you with your onboarding. • 💸Competitive salary package and bonus scheme. • 👩‍⚕️ Health and life insurance for you and your family. • 📚 Unlimited access to Udemy & continuous training for all your learning and development needs. • 💰 Monthly allowance for lunch & commuting expenses. • 💻Nice rigs - 2.5K monitor, latest i7, tons of RAM, fast SSD #LI-Hybrid #LI-gs1 Recruitment Privacy Notice Regarding the data you share with us, you may find and read our recruitment privacy notice here. We are an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, regardless of race, gender, religion, sexual orientation,or age.