Product Owner - Middle
Overview:
SOFTSWISS continues to expand the Sportsbook Product Team and is looking for a passionate Product Owner who is ready to take ownership of product areas that directly impact player experience, operational efficiency, and business growth. You will become part of a fast-growing international product company building one of the leading Sportsbook platforms in the iGaming industry. We are looking for a proactive and business-oriented professional who can transform ideas into well-structured product solutions and efficiently drive them from discovery to production.
In this role, you will work closely with Risks, Operations, Design, Analytics, and Engineering teams to create features that improve betting experience, scalability, retention, and partner satisfaction. Purpose of the role:
You will have the opportunity to influence product decisions, participate in strategic initiatives, and contribute to the evolution of a modern Sportsbook platform operating in multiple international markets. We value people who combine structured thinking, ownership mentality, and strong communication skills with genuine curiosity about product development and user behavior.
What We Expect From You:
Ownership mentality and proactive approach
Strong prioritization and decision-making skills
Ability to work independently while collaborating across teams
Structured thinking and problem-solving capabilities
Focus on delivering measurable business value
Passion for solving product challenges through smart, pragmatic, and user-centric approaches
Key responsibilities:
Product Delivery & Ownership:
Own and manage the product backlog
Translate business goals into clear product requirements and user stories
Prioritize initiatives based on business impact, customer value, and technical complexity
Drive feature delivery from discovery through release and post-launch evaluation
Ensure product quality and readiness throughout the development lifecycle
Stakeholder Management
Collaborate closely with Product Owners and business stakeholders
Align product solutions with Risk Team, Compliance, CRM, and Operations
Facilitate communication between business and development teams
Participate in roadmap planning and sprint ceremonies
Product Discovery & Improvement:
Analyze user behavior, product metrics, and market trends Identify opportunities for UX, retention, and conversion improvements
Support hypothesis validation and experimentation initiatives
Contribute to continuous improvement of product processes and delivery practices
Documentation & Communication:
Prepare concise and structured product documentation (Product Vision, BRD, presentations)
Define acceptance criteria and ensure shared understanding across teams
Maintain transparency around priorities, risks, and delivery timelines
Required Experience:
Must Have 3+ years of experience as a Product Owner, Business Analyst, or Product Manager in digital products
Experience working in Agile/Scrum environments
Strong skills in backlog management and requirements definition
Ability to communicate effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders
Analytical mindset with attention to detail
Experience working with Jira, Confluence, Google, Slack
Upper-intermediate proficiency in English and strong command of Russian
Nice to have:
Experience in Sportsbook, Betting, or iGaming products
Understanding of sportsbook mechanics, odds, betting flows, or player behavior
Experience with A/B testing and product analytics tools
Technical understanding of APIs and integrations
Experience working with high-load or real-time systems
Knowledge of B2B/B2C Sportsbook approaches
Our Benefits:
Full-time remote work opportunities and flexible working hours
Private insurance
Additional 1 Day Off per calendar year
Sports benefit
Comprehensive Mental Health Programme
Free online English lessons with a native speaker
Generous referral program
Training, internal workshops, and participation in international professional conferences and corporate events.