Product Owner for Internal Project

We are looking for a Senior Product Owner to lead the development of an internal AI-driven recruitment automation solution. The product focuses on improving recruiter efficiency through automation of candidate processing, interview scheduling, feedback generation, and pipeline management. The engagement is initially planned for 3 months with a possibility of extension based on performance and business needs. The role requires strong ownership, stakeholder management, and the ability to drive delivery in a fast-paced environment.

• Own and drive product vision, strategy, and roadmap for internal AI-powered recruitment automation tools;
• Act as the main point of contact between business stakeholders, recruiters, and engineering teams;
• Gather, validate, and prioritize requirements, ensuring alignment with business goals;
• Define detailed product specifications, user stories, and acceptance criteria;
• Manage and prioritize backlog, ensuring timely and high-quality delivery;
• Lead sprint planning, refinement, and review sessions with the team;
• Drive adoption and continuous improvement of AI-driven workflows (e.g., candidate evaluation, feedback generation, scheduling automation);
• Identify risks, dependencies, and bottlenecks, and proactively propose solutions;
• Track product metrics and ensure delivered features bring measurable value.

Must have:

• 5+ years of experience as a Product Owner/Product Manager in software development;
• Proven experience owning and delivering internal tools or automation platforms;
• Strong understanding of agile methodologies and product delivery processes;
• Experience working closely with engineering teams and understanding technical constraints;
• Ability to manage multiple stakeholders and drive alignment;
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills;
• Excellent communication skills in English.

Nice to have:

• Experience with AI/ML, LLM-based products, or automation solutions;
• Background in HRTech, recruitment processes, or ATS systems;
• Experience with integrations, APIs, and workflow automation tools;
• Technical background (ex-engineer or strong system understanding).

Working conditions:

• Locations: Europe (Serbia, Poland, Croatia, Portugal);
• Initial duration from 3 months, high possibility of longterm;
• Overlap: at least 3–5 hours with PST time zone.