Senior Software Developer (Node.JS)

Responsibilities

1. Work closely with Product Managers to shape the product vision and support the development of a clear, value driven product roadmap.

2. Collect, assess, and prioritise customer requirements, serving as the primary customer voice; define business and functional requirements as user stories with clear acceptance criteria.

3. Break down product features into incremental deliverables and balance short term sprint goals with longer term product vision.

4. Work closely with UX/UI designers to ensure customer centric user experience and usability are embedded in delivered features.

5. Collaborate with architects and the engineering squad to discuss implementation options and ensure efficient and timely delivery, based on a solid understanding of the platform technology stack.

6. Define, maintain, and prioritise the product backlog; refine backlog items with the engineering squad using Scrum methodology and agree on acceptance criteria.

7. Work with other Product Owners to ensure end to end integration across the overall solution landscape.

8. Take responsibility for product release management, including planning scope and timelines for releases.

9. Coordinate quality management activities, including functional reviews and acceptance testing, ensuring customer facing features meet requirements and expectations.

10. Coordinate post production support activities, including prioritisation and management of bug fixes, incident analysis, and handling customer support requests.

11. Take ownership of requirements and functional documentation, including business requirements, functional specifications, configuration documentation, and related documentation.

12. Serve as the customer voice throughout development and acceptance testing, working closely with Product Managers, UX/UI designers, architects, and the engineering squad to ensure delivered solutions provide measurable customer and business value.

Requirements

Must Have

1. Bachelor's degree in Information Systems, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related field.

2. Minimum 3+ years of experience in a Product Owner / Product Management role or in SaaS software development.

3. Solid experience in writing user stories, acceptance criteria, and requirements documentation.

4. Strong understanding of agile software development processes, with hands on experience working in Scrum methodology.

5. Ability to balance short term sprint goals with longer term product vision.

6. Good understanding of UX/UI principles and the ability to collaborate effectively with UX/UI designers.

7. Outstanding cross team communication and stakeholder management skills.

8. Excellent presentation and communication skills in English, including experience working with international and distributed teams.

9. Strong team player with a proactive mindset, willingness to learn, and a can do attitude.

Optional / Nice to Have

1. Subject matter knowledge in areas such as search, workflow, collaboration, reporting, data migrations, or translation services.

2. External facing account or customer management experience.

3. Knowledge or experience with SAFe (Scaled Agile Framework) or other scaled agile approaches.

4. Deeper technical understanding of platform architectures to support discussions with engineering teams.

Life at Arvato Systems Malaysia:

Are you ready to join a team that continuously nurtures creativity, champions entrepreneurship, and values every individual's contribution Our agile and collaborative culture cultivates empowerment through ownership, trust, and respect. Within this environment, we innovate through value creation and delving into technology, shaping boundless possibilities in our ecosystem.

What's in it for YOU:

• Innovate Fearlessly: We fearlessly challenge the status quo. Innovation runs deep within our core, and we're continually seeking groundbreaking solutions. Your ideas matter, and we offer the platform for them to flourish.
• Invest in Growth: We prioritize your professional development with diverse learning, mentorship, and resources nurturing your growth through ample training opportunities.
• Work-Life Harmony: At our company, we prioritize work-life harmony, championing flexibility, and support to ensure your welfare. Your mental wellness is our priority. We're committed to fostering a healthy balance between work and personal life for a happier, healthier you.
• Attractive Benefits: Our flexible benefits package is designed to cater to your individual needs, complemented by exclusive perks such as Birthday Leave, Family Care Leave, and sponsored meals.
• Collaboration over Competition: Teamwork isn't just an idea here - it's our way of life.
• Thriving on Diversity: Embracing unique viewpoints and backgrounds, we ensure Equity and Inclusivity are at the heart of our success.
• Celebrate Success: From big wins to small victories, every achievement deserves its moment in the spotlight. From project milestones to personal goals and team triumphs, we're all about raising the flag high for success!
• Wellness & Well-being are Fundamental: We view wellness as more than personal health - it's the foundation of our caring, connected community. This emphasis on well-being drives our culture of rapid exploration and learning, propelling us forward together.
• Uniting through Fun: From annual company trips to quarterly team outings, we build trust and camaraderie by engaging in enjoyable activities together.
• Giving Back: Rooted in our values, we actively engage in initiatives supporting meaningful causes that benefit society. Our commitment to Corporate Responsibility is the cornerstone of our journey toward excellence.

Join Arvato Systems Malaysia for a transformative career journey. Our commitment to fair opportunities means we value skills and performance above all else - everyone is welcome to build a brighter future together.

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