ekar is the Middle East's first and largest self-drive mobility company, providing users on-demand

access to a network of thousands of carshare and subscription leasing vehicles within its 'Self-Drive

Super App.' For more details visit: ekar.app.

Overview

As a Product Owner at Ekar, you will play a key role in shaping our car sharing platform's future. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, including developers, designers, and business stakeholders, to define product requirements, prioritize features, and ensure timely delivery of high-quality solutions. Your primary focus will be on enhancing the user experience, driving innovation, and achieving business objectives.

Requirements

Responsibilities

• Product Vision and Strategy:
• Define and communicate the product vision, objectives, and strategy to the development team and stakeholders
• Conduct market research and competitor analysis to identify trends and opportunities in the car sharing industry
• Requirement Gathering and Prioritization:
• Elicit, analyze, and document detailed product requirements, ensuring they align with business goals and user needs
• Prioritize features and user stories based on business value, customer feedback, and market demand

• Collaboration and Communication:
• Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, including developers, designers, and QA engineers, to ensure successful implementation of features
• Communicate product updates, milestones, and priorities to internal teams and external stakeholders
• User Experience and Design:
• Work closely with UX/UI designers to create intuitive and visually appealing user interfaces
• Advocate for user-centered design principles and conduct usability testing to validate design decisions
• Analytics and Data-Driven Decisions:
• Utilize analytics tools to gather insights on user behavior, product usage, and customer satisfaction
• Analyze data to make informed decisions, optimize features, and enhance the overall user experience
• Project Management:
• Plan and coordinate product releases, ensuring timely delivery of features and improvements
• Work with development and operations teams to resolve issues and minimize downtime during releases
  
  

Qualifications

• Minimum 4 years of experience
• Bachelor's degree in Business, Computer Science, or a related field. Master's degree is a plus
• Proven experience as a Product Owner or similar role in a technology-driven environment, preferably in the transportation or sharing economy sector
• Strong understanding of Agile methodologies, including Scrum and Kanban
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills
• Outstanding communication and interpersonal abilities
• Experience with project management tools and product management software
• Passion for innovative technologies and sustainable transportation solutions