Product Owner

Job Description Summary AWM is reinventing retail and industrial supply through our advanced AI-based Frictionless Shopping solution, and we're building the software that makes it possible. We're looking for a Product Owner who wants to work on something genuinely different: someone who takes ownership, collaborates closely, and is ready to tackle everything from day-to-day features to complex architectural challenges. Role Description This is a full-time, on-site Product Owner role based in Orange County, CA. The Product Owner will be responsible for defining and prioritizing product features, collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure the development of high-impact solutions. Responsibilities include translating business needs into technical requirements, managing product backlogs, conducting market research, and facilitating communication between stakeholders, engineers, and developers to ensure a seamless development process that aligns with organizational goals. Responsibilities Product vision and strategy Work closely with the SVP of Strategy & Product to help create products that fit the company vision and meet client needs Help prioritize and manage features Assist with grooming prioritized backlogs (from a product standpoint, not a project management standpoint) Assign importance to incoming client, internal team, and product needs Assist with incorporating feature requests into product roadmap Communicate with VP of Product on relevant timeline concerns Innovation, ideation, and creation of new features Assist with gathering requirements Determine optimal solutions and define scope Develop user stories and define acceptance criteria UX and UI Design Understand and advocate for customer needs and desires Create user journeys Create wireframes Create copy User test wireframe prototype Evaluate and review features before release Develop and maintain product documentation and/or training Qualifications Problem Solver - Creative mind that is able to think outside of the mold and solve complex problems with simple intuitive user experiences Curious and Driven - Constantly looking for how to move things forward and make things better Excellent verbal and written communication skills Familiar with UX standards, practices, and terms Software Development experience to collaborate effectively with development teams and bring technical insights into decision-making Minimum of 1 year of experience doing relevant work Experience with wire-framing, and mockup tools such as Figma, Framer, Adobe XD, etc. preferred Experience with feature planning, and prioritization Proven ability to work in dynamic, fast-paced environments and meet project deadlines. Attention to detail and ability to manage multiple items simultaneously Able to work well on a product team, and cross team with developers Benefits Paid vacation and sick time provided Health benefits Opportunity for growth $115,000-$135,000 per year Potential employee stock option plan participation