Product Owner (Shopify)

Overview

Product Owner — Remote — Salary: $1,300, the position includes a 5% commission on monthly client revenue. This commission structure has strong potential—depending on performance, the total earnings can scale significantly, often reaching 3–4x the base salary.

We are seeking a proactive and knowledgeable Product Owner/Product Manager to oversee product development and manage client relationships. This role requires a deep understanding of e-commerce environments, familiarity with mobile app development, and software project lifecycle management. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in bridging our offshore development team with our international client base, ensuring product success and client satisfaction.

Key Responsibilities

• Define and manage product roadmap, aligning business objectives with technical requirements.
• Collaborate closely with offshore development teams, facilitating clear communication and efficient workflow.
• Engage directly with clients, gathering requirements, providing updates, and ensuring expectations are met.
• Oversee project milestones, quality assurance, and delivery timelines.
• Perform market analysis to guide product strategy and improvements.

Skills and Qualifications

• Strong knowledge and experience in e-commerce platforms.
• Familiarity with mobile application development and software development processes.
• Excellent communication skills, able to interface effectively with both technical teams and clients.
• Demonstrated ability in project management and product lifecycle management.
• Experience working with offshore teams preferred.
• Analytical and problem-solving capabilities.

Compensation and Working Setup

• Remote role (candidate must have their own equipment/software).
• Candidates based in South Africa.
• Independent contractor agreement paid every end of the month.
• Working from 8am to 5pm UK Time Monday to Friday.
• Client has a desire for long term commitment.