Senior Digital Product Owner

We are seeking a Senior Digital Product Owner to lead the end-to-end ownership of a multi-million-dollar mobile application for one of the largest semi-government organizations in the region .

This is a contract role initially for 23 months and renewable based on performance.

This is a high-impact, senior product role suited for Product Owners who have successfully built, launched, and scaled complex mobile products from the ground up . You will be responsible for defining product vision, driving execution, influencing senior stakeholders, and translating complex technical concepts into clear, business-friendly language.

The role sits within the Product Department and plays a critical role in shaping the organization’s digital platforms and customer-facing products.

Key Responsibilities:

Product Vision & Strategy

• Define, own, and communicate the product vision, strategy, and roadmap for large-scale mobile applications.
• Lead greenfield product development , from ideation and discovery through MVP, launch, and continuous enhancement.
• Ensure product direction aligns with business objectives, customer needs, and long-term digital strategy.

Product Delivery & Agile Execution

• Own and prioritize the product backlog , translating requirements into clear user stories and acceptance criteria.
• Work closely with design, engineering, and delivery teams to ensure timely and high-quality releases.
• Apply Agile methodologies (Scrum / SAFe) to balance speed, quality, and scalability.

Stakeholder Management & Communication

• Act as the primary product interface between business, technology, vendors, and leadership.
• Engage confidently with senior and non-technical stakeholders , clearly explaining technical topics in simple, practical language .
• Manage expectations, resolve dependencies, and drive alignment across multiple teams.

Customer & Business Outcomes

• Champion user-centric design and ensure products deliver intuitive, seamless experiences.
• Define and track product KPIs related to adoption, engagement, revenue, and operational efficiency.
• Use data, insights, and feedback to drive continuous improvement and informed decision-making.

Performance & Optimization

• Monitor product performance and user behavior to identify opportunities for optimization and innovation.
• Drive automation, digital transformation initiatives, and platform improvements where applicable.
• Ensure solutions are scalable, secure, and sustainable.

Knowledge, Skills & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, IT, Computer Science, Engineering, Digital Media , or a related field.
• 8+ years of experience as a Product Owner or Product Manager delivering consumer-facing digital and mobile products .
• Proven experience building a mobile application from scratch , including ideation, discovery, launch, and scale.
• Strong understanding of mobile platforms, digital ecosystems, and modern product practices .
• Experience with CMS, CRM, personalization, loyalty platforms, eCommerce, and analytics .
• Hands-on experience working within Agile frameworks (Scrum, SAFe).
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.
• Product certifications such as CSPO, SAFe PO/PM, or equivalent are preferred

Availability

• Preference will be given to candidates available immediately or within 30 days .

We are looking for a candidate who will be able to work in the United Arab Emirates. Please apply with your resume and provide your contact details.We will review your job application within 7 working days. Should your profile fit the requirements of the role, a consultant from Edari will be in touch with you to get a deeper understanding of your profile, discuss the role in more detail, and explain the potential next steps.