Software Product Owner

Job summary

The Software Product Owner will translate stakeholder needs into actionable development plans and manage the product lifecycle from conceptualization to launch. They will lead development teams, prioritize backlogs, and ensure product messaging aligns with market trends and customer requirements.

Job details

Who we are: Reliable Controls is dedicated to reducing the carbon footprint of buildings around the world. Our team specializes in the design, development, and assembly of building automation controls and software programs. We're working hard to create solutions for building operators to enable the vision of Net-Zero Emissions by 2050. We align ourselves with the right people and empower them in the right ways. An established company based in Victoria, BC, we nurture a strong culture of communication, trust, and collaboration. Embracing a work–life balance, promoting continuous learning, and celebrating our achievements are a few of the ways we show our enduring commitment to employees. Your mission: As a Software Product Owner (PO), you will play a key role in translating customer and internal stakeholder needs into clear, actionable plans for our software development teams. You will gather and clarify requirements, establish priorities, and transform stakeholder needs into well-defined development plans. Working closely with development, UI/UX, and architecture teams, you will conceptualize solutions, define and prioritize work for each development cycle, and manage the development effort through implementation. You will provide direction and clarification throughout the development process to ensure solutions meet customer needs, product objectives, and technical requirements. In this role you will: Define product positioning & value proposition Represent customer, stakeholder, and market needs throughout the product development lifecycle Maintain accountability for project timelines, milestones, risks and delivery commitments Provide leadership and supervision to the development teams Balance architecture, technical design, and business needs Own product messaging and ensure consistency across internal and customer-facing communications Define, prioritize, and manage development work using JIRA and other project management tools Plan and execute successful product launches in collaboration with key stakeholders Drive product adoption, engagement, and continuous improvement Develop and maintain customer-facing product content and supporting materials Monitor competitive and market trends to identify emerging customer needs, opportunities, and potential threats Participate in all Agile Scrum activities, including triage, backlog refinement, sprint planning, daily scrums, reviews, and retrospectives Develop a strong understanding of our product marketplace and use those insights to anticipate opportunities and drive product innovation This role might be right for you if you have: 3+ years of experience as a Product Manager, Product Owner or in a similar product-focused role. 2+ years of software development experience, with a strong understanding of the software development lifecycle. Post-secondary education in Computer Science, Engineering, Product Management, or a related field. Experience working in Agile development environments and partnering closely with software development teams. Strong product judgment, with the ability to evaluate competing needs, set priorities, and make thoughtful decisions that deliver customer and business value. A collaborative approach and experience bringing cross-functional teams and stakeholders together to build alignment, shape product roadmaps, and move initiatives forward. Strong written, verbal, and presentation skills, with the ability to communicate effectively with both technical and non-technical audiences. Experience with project management; PMP certification would be considered an asset. You’ll be successful in this position if you: Can balance competing priorities and multiple sources of input to make thoughtful, informed product decisions. Take initiative, stay organized, and effectively manage your time and priorities. Have a genuine interest in product design and project management. Bring strong analytical and critical-thinking skills, with the ability to understand complex problems and develop practical solutions. What we offer: Competitive Compensation & Rewards: Your hard work and dedication don’t go unnoticed. We offer: A competitive extended health and dental plan for you and your family A yearly RRSP contribution on the company’s behalf, plus employee contribution matching to support your financial growth An annual profit sharing bonus that recognizes your contributions to our growth Work–Life Balance & Flexibility: We know quality work comes from a balanced life. That’s why we offer generous paid time off and hybrid work options whenever possible. Health, Wellness & Community: Your well-being matters. Enjoy access to free on-site gyms at both Victoria locations, along with social events nearly every month. Prefer green commuting? You’ll even be paid for choosing sustainable transportation. Learning, Mentorship & Growth: We offer $2,000 per year reimbursement for learning and development related to your role, mentorship from experienced team members, and development pathways to help you grow. Recognition & Celebration: We celebrate excellence with awards and recognition for both long service and outstanding achievements. At Reliable Controls, success is a team effort, and we make sure it’s shared and celebrated. Purpose-Driven Innovation: At Reliable Controls, innovation means creating sustainable, meaningful solutions that make buildings smarter and the world greener. Every project you work on contributes to a legacy of environmental responsibility and global impact. At Reliable Controls, we believe that a wide range of perspectives, experiences, and backgrounds make us stronger as a company and as a community. Reliable Controls is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and we’re committed to fostering diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging in every aspect of our organization. When applying for a role, we recognize that each person’s career path is unique. Even if your experience doesn’t perfectly match every listed qualification, we encourage you to apply. We value potential, passion, and alignment with our values as much as direct experience. We’re also dedicated to ensuring that every candidate enjoys a comfortable, respectful, and accessible interview experience. If you require any accommodations during the hiring process, please let us know. Let’s connect!

What you’ll do

The Software Product Owner will translate stakeholder needs into actionable development plans and manage the product lifecycle from conceptualization to launch. They will lead development teams, prioritize backlogs, and ensure product messaging aligns with market trends and customer requirements.

Requirements

Candidates must have at least 3 years of experience in product management and 2 years of software development experience. A post-secondary degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field is required, along with strong proficiency in Agile methodologies.

Benefits

• Extended health and dental plan • RRSP contribution matching • Profit sharing bonus • Paid time off • Hybrid work options • On-site gym access • Sustainable transportation pay • Learning and development reimbursement

Listed skills

• Product management · Preferred
• Leadership · Preferred
• Jira · Preferred
• Scrum · Preferred
• Communication · Preferred
• Agile · Preferred
• Critical Thinking · Preferred
• Project management · Preferred
• Stakeholder Management · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Product management
• Software development lifecycle
• Agile
• Scrum
• Jira
• Product roadmap
• Stakeholder management
• Requirement gathering
• Technical design
• Product positioning
• Project management
• Analytical skills
• Critical thinking
• Communication
• Leadership
• Sprint Retrospectives
• Sprint Planning
• Product Adoption Strategies
• Product Roadmaps
• Accountability
• Net Zero
• Time Off Management
• Technical Requirements
• Technical Design
• Agile Methodology
• Software Development
• JIRA
• Building Management System
• Business Valuation
• Computer Science
• Continuous Improvement Process
• Critical Thinking
• Software Development Life Cycle
• Market Trend
• Project Management
• Mentorship
• Milestones (Project Management)
• New Product Development
• Project Management Professional Certification
• Presentations
• Proactivity
• Product Design
• Product Innovation
• Product Management
• Scrum (Software Development)
• Timelines
• Triage
• User Experience (UX)
• Value Propositions
• Verbal Communication Skills

Job areas

• Software
• Technology
• Management & Leadership
• Engineering
• Environmental & Sustainability
• Software Product Owner
• Product Owner
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• Information Technology Project Managers
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