Business Analyst/Proxy Product Owner

We are looking for a talented Business Analyst/Proxy Product Owner. The ideal candidate is a talented Business Analyst/Proxy Product Owner with 3+ years of experience, strong analytical skills, Agile methodology knowledge, excellent communication in English and Polish, and familiarity with tools like Jira and Confluence.

You will join KOIA a digital-first software house and our Norwegian fintech/e-commerce clients. 

As a BA/PO, you will play a key role in bridging the gap between business and tech, helping our clients to deliver innovative digital products that make a positive impact on the world. 

Your qualifications:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Business Administration, Computer Science, or a related field
• 3+ years of experience in a similar role (e.g. Business Analyst, Product Owner) 
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a track record of successful software delivery. We care about knowing the basic tools of analysis in identifying the needs of stakeholders, their analysis and proper documentation
• Facilitation and leadership experience in Scrum events and workshops, focused on driving collaboration, engagement, and continuous improvement.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with stakeholders at all levels
• Knowledge of project/product management frameworks, methodologies and tools, including Agile development methodologies
• Familiarity with data analysis and reporting tools
• Experience with digital product development is a plus
• Working proficiency in English and Polish (both written and spoken)
• Experience with tools such as Jira, Confluence, Google Workspace, Slack, and Miro

Your responsibilities:

• Collaborate with clients, development teams and other stakeholders to identify business requirements and goals, and develop product development plans
• Analyze and document business processes, workflows, and user stories, ensuring alignment with product development objectives
• Develop functional and non-functional requirements and specifications, and ensure that product deliverables meet business needs and quality standards
• Monitor product development progress, and identify and manage risks and issues
• Communicate with clients and internal teams to manage expectations and ensure success
• Potential for future leadership and mentoring opportunities
• Agile management: Scrum, Kanban, Agile
• Participate in retrospectives and continuous improvement initiatives within the team and company, and contribute to the development of best practices and standards.

About Company

     KOIA is not just a software development house. We are a crew creating amazing solutions that serve businesses.

A cool mix of people here makes KOIA packed with experience and talent. We are learning from each other and working not only on interesting but also on revolutionizing (even life-changing) sustainable projects every day. We love challenges. If you love them also - then we make a perfect match.

Decent Salary: in KOIA, we value our talents. We understand that Pizza Days will never replace high respect and reward. So we prefer the last one.

22-28 EURO/H + VAT (B2B contract)

Dynamic Work Environment: an invigorating workspace with a mix of Norwegian and Polish innovation focused on smart software solutions.

Team Culture: Here, we respect maturity, conversations, and intelligent working (which means not overwork but taking care of ourselves along the way). We see the value in effective listening, so your thoughts and ideas matter to us.

Continuous Learning: We support continued learning and offer learning opportunities as well as access to any tools you might need

Sustainable Life Concept: It is not only about work. We care about body, mind, and spirit, organize events for meeting together, etc.

Self-Development Days: We care about your growth. We offer mentorship opportunities.

Excellent Office Space: Although we are remote-first, our office offers a comfortable and adjustable workspace with plants, bike parking, and a loaded kitchen.

Fantastic Partners: You'll have the chance to work with innovators in the fintech and climate-tech scenes in the Scandinavian region.

By joining KOIA, you will join a successful team committed to creating meaningful solutions and promoting a healthy and fulfilling work environment.

Hiring Process

At KOIA, we value a clear and efficient recruitment journey. Here’s what to expect: 

Email with Clarifying Questions

After submitting your application, you’ll receive an email with a few additional questions to better understand your experience and skills.

Video Call with HR

A 1 hour conversation with our HR team to discuss your background, expectations, and company culture fit.

Technical Video Interview

This stage involves a video call with our Head of Delivery. We'll discuss your business analysis experience, particularly in requirements management and Agile environments. We're also keen to learn about your client collaboration style and familiarity with relevant tools. You might be asked to tackle a quick task, review a case study, or solve a problem live during the interview.

Offer

If everything aligns, you’ll receive a job offer and details about the next steps in joining KOIA!

 Note: Regardless of the outcome at each stage, we will contact you with information about the result of your application—so you’re never left waiting in the dark.