Product Owner

Location: Fredericton, New Brunswick, Canada Working Model: Hybrid (Minimum 2 days a week in the Fredericton Office) At QPS, we develop world-leading hydrographic and geospatial software used by customers across the globe. We are looking for a Senior Product Owner with strong knowledge of hydrographic workflows and the geospatial industry to help shape product strategy, drive customer value, and lead the future development of one of the industry’s leading software solutions. This is a highly visible role at the intersection of customers, technology, and business strategy. You'll work closely with Development, Support, Sales, and customers to ensure our products continue to solve complex real-world challenges and deliver measurable value. What You'll Do

Own and manage the product roadmap and backlog Translate customer insights into product priorities and requirements Lead product discovery and validate customer needs Work closely with Development, Support, Sales, and customers Coordinate product releases and stakeholder communications Drive continuous product improvement based on customer feedback and market trends Act as an escalation point for complex product-related issues Champion product direction and priorities across the organisation with clarity Visit customers and attend conferences to represent QPS and gather product ideas and feedback What We're Looking For

Proven experience as a Senior Product Owner, Product Manager, Business Analyst, or similar role Strong product management expertise in a technical B2B software environment Demonstrable knowledge of survey planning, processing, analysis and deliverables within the hydrographic domain and their role within various workflows and operations Strong understanding of hydrography and geospatial concepts at a theoretical level Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and negotiation skills Ability to balance customer needs, business goals, and technical considerations Strong stakeholder management and communication skills Experience working with Agile teams and tools such as Jira and Confluence Proven ability to translate customer needs into valuable product outcomes Offshore hydrographic survey experience is an advantage Education & Experience

We value expertise over specific qualifications. You bring substantial experience in product management and a strong understanding of your domain, with a proven track record of translating customer needs into successful product outcomes. We expect candidates to demonstrate a high level of professional and domain knowledge gained through relevant experience, alongside strong product management capability and customer focus. How Success Is Measured

High customer satisfaction and product adoption Successful delivery of roadmap priorities and releases Clear product direction and stakeholder alignment A healthy, well-prioritized backlog Effective resolution of product issues and customer feedback High-quality requirements that enable efficient development and delivery Why QPS?

At QPS, you'll have the opportunity to shape products used by hydrographic and geospatial professionals worldwide. You'll join a talented, collaborative team where your expertise is valued, your ideas have impact, and your work directly influences the future of our products and our customers’ success. Want to give our software a spin? See what it's like in real life or just test its capabilities. Try it out today