Product Owner - Credit Decision Systems

Position Overview

Kunai is seeking a Product Owner to lead the development of services supporting credit decision microservices. This role involves defining which card products can be assigned to new applicants within a highly resilient and stable, always-on data-driven decision system for the banking industry. You will be instrumental in creating real-time customer experiences and backend services that determine credit worthiness.

Company Information

Kunai builds full-stack technology solutions for banks, credit and payment networks, infrastructure providers, and their customers, aiming to change the world's relationship with financial services. We help clients modernize, capitalize on emerging trends, and evolve their business by remaining tech-agnostic and human-centered. Our success is rooted in our exceptional team, thriving in a culture of collaboration, creativity, and continuous learning. We offer competitive compensation, professional development, and flexible work arrangements.

Responsibilities

• Define and execute technical product strategies for client initiatives.
• Lead engineering teams focused on the development of highly resilient applications.
• Communicate project progress and updates to stakeholders through clear and compelling presentations and reports.
• Align product development efforts with business goals and customer requirements.
• Leverage agile methodologies to ensure high-quality, on-time product delivery.

Skills & Qualifications

• Experience: 5+ years of experience in Agile product management or ownership, with a proven ability to lead and support Scrum teams.
• Technical Foundation: Strong technical background in software engineering, platform design, or solutions architecture is a major plus.
• Cloud Platforms: Hands-on experience with cloud-based platforms, ideally focused on AWS.
• Golang: Comfortable working with Golang-based applications (a plus, not required).
• Project Management: Demonstrated success in project management and delivery, with strong strategic planning capabilities.
• Adaptability: Skilled in navigating non-matrixed environments and managing initiatives that evolve beyond the original scope.
• Communication: Excellent communication and presentation skills, able to clearly convey complex concepts to both technical and senior business stakeholders.
• Education: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.

Competencies

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to tackle large-scale technical challenges.
• Demonstrated expertise in leading technical projects with a focus on scalability and performance optimization.
• Collaborative mindset and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Proven track record of delivering high-quality technical solutions that align with business objectives.

Employment Type

• Full-time

Salary Range

• $120,000 - $205,000 annually
  • Note: This range reflects the base salary that we reasonably expect to pay a Senior Product Owner. Actual compensation may vary depending on relevant factors including experience, skills, location, and client billing.

Location Type

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Application Instructions

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