Job Title: Product Owner / Product Manager
Location:
Remote (Canada)
Duration:
6+ Months (Contract)
Client Domain:
Product-based Company specializing in SaaS HRMS (Human Resource Management System) applications tailored for public sector organizations
About The Role
We are seeking a
Product Owner / Product Manager
with a strong background in
SaaS (Software-as-a-Service)
products to join our remote team in Canada.
The ideal candidate is someone who thrives in a fast-paced, agile environment and has a proven track record of defining product requirements, creating user stories, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver scalable, high-performing SaaS solutions.
Mandatory Requirement
Extensive experience working on SaaS-based applications — understanding of cloud architectures, subscription models, and multi-tenant systems.
Key Responsibilities
Define and communicate the product vision, roadmap, and goals aligned with business strategy.
Translate business requirements into clear, actionable user stories and acceptance criteria.
Write detailed functional specifications and technical requirements for development teams.
Manage and prioritize the product backlog, ensuring alignment with customer and business priorities.
Collaborate closely with engineering, design, QA, and operations teams to ensure smooth delivery.
Lead sprint ceremonies — planning, reviews, and retrospectives — to support continuous improvement.
Conduct market research, competitive analysis, and customer feedback sessions to drive product innovation.
Partner with stakeholders to ensure product releases are well-coordinated and meet quality standards.
Analyze product performance metrics and user behavior to identify improvement opportunities.
Serve as the subject matter expert for SaaS platform features, user flows, and integrations.
Required Skills \& Qualifications
10+ years of experience as a Product Owner or Product Manager (preferably in SaaS environments).
Proven expertise in writing clear requirements and user stories for complex applications.
Deep understanding of SaaS architecture, deployment models, and customer lifecycle.
Strong knowledge of Agile / Scrum methodologies and best practices.
Hands-on experience with tools like JIRA, Confluence, Aha!, or similar platforms.
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
Analytical thinker with a data-driven mindset and strong problem-solving abilities.
Proven ability to work effectively in remote, distributed teams.
Preferred Qualifications
Background in B2B or B2C SaaS product management.
Experience working with API-driven products, integrations, or microservices.
Familiarity with UX/UI principles and collaboration with design teams.
Product management certification (e.g., CSPO, PSPO, PMP) is a plus