Job Overview
We are looking for a strategic and data-driven Product Owner to act as the primary bridge between our business vision and our engineering execution. In this role, you won't just "manage a list"; you will be the architect of value, translating complex stakeholder requirements into actionable, high-impact product increments. You will champion the "Product as a Platform" mindset, ensuring our solutions are scalable, globalized, and augmented by emerging AI technologies.
Key Responsibilities
1. Backlog Mastery: Own, refine, and prioritize the product backlog. Ensure every user story follows the INVEST criteria and contains clear, testable acceptance criteria.
2. Strategic Alignment: Translate the high-level product roadmap into tactical sprint goals. Balance technical debt with feature development to ensure long-term system health.
3. Stakeholder Synergy: Act as the "single source of truth" for the development team. Navigate competing priorities from sales, marketing, and executive leadership using frameworks like RICE or MoSCoW.
4. AI & Innovation: Identify opportunities to integrate AI "Co-pilots" and automation to enhance the user experience and internal operational efficiency.
5. Data-Driven Leadership: Utilize product analytics (NPS, churn, engagement metrics) to validate hypotheses and pivot strategy based on real-world evidence.
6. Ceremony Leadership: Partner with the Scrum Master to lead high-energy Sprint Planning, Reviews, and Refinement sessions.
QualificationsRequired
- Experience: 3-5+ years of experience as a Product Owner or Product Manager in an Agile environment.
- Technical Fluency: Strong understanding of microservices architecture, cloud environments (AWS/GCP/Alibaba Cloud), and API integrations.
- Agile Expertise: Certified Scrum Product Owner (CSPO) or equivalent experience in Scrum/Kanban. Familiarity with Scaled Agile (SAFe) is a plus.
- Tools: Mastery of Jira, Confluence, and data visualization tools (e.g., Tableau, Mixpanel, or Google Analytics).
- Education: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Business, or a related field.
- Preferred Soft SkillsThe "Translator" Ability: Exceptional skill in explaining technical constraints to business stakeholders and business value to engineers.
- Decisiveness: The ability to say "no" to low-value requests while maintaining strong professional relationships.
Preferred
- Experience in e-commerce, fintech, or travel-related industries
- Mandarin Chinese proficiency preferred for cross-region collaboration
- Experience designing scalable distributed systems
- Experience integrating AI solutions into production environments
Lion Travel | People & Culture
At Lion Travel, we believe travel changes people—and people are at the heart of everything we do.
Our People & Culture philosophy is simple:
- Respect the individual
- Support real life needs
- Grow together across borders
Here’s what working with us looks like:
- Compensation & Time Off
- Competitive pay
- Paid Time Off / Vacation
- Birthday Month Benefit – choose one paid day off during your birthday month
- Extend Health + Dental
- HSA
We offer flexible wellness support so you can decide what works best for you—because health is personal, not one-size-fits-all.
Travel & Lifestyle Perks
Employee travel discounts and perks
A workplace that truly understands and celebrates the travel lifestyle
Global Connection & Growth
Taiwan-based Sharing Stock Program, connecting you to our global growth journey
Opportunities to collaborate with international teams and expand your global perspective
Room to grow as our business and footprint continue to evolve
A People-First Culture
We value trust, clarity, and human connection.
At Lion Travel, you’re not just filling a role—you’re bringing your whole self to work.
We are committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful, and diverse workplace where different backgrounds, cultures, and experiences are welcomed and valued.
Pay: $85,000.00-$105,000.00 per year
Work Location: In person
