Product Lead - Mobile Apps

Job title: Product Lead - Mobile Apps in Melville, NY at Accommodations Plus International Company: Accommodations Plus International Job description: We are seeking a passionate and experienced Product Lead with a focus on mobile application and web development to join our growing API team.As a Product leader, you will play a critical role in the strategic direction setting and execution of our product vision by collaborating closely with the development team to deliver user-friendly and innovative mobile applications. Your primary responsibilities will include driving the product discovery, defining the strategic direction, managing the product backlog, prioritizing features, and defining acceptance criteria, while serving as the “voice of the customer” for mobile experiences. You will work with business stakeholders, developers, and Scrum Masters to ensure the successful delivery of high-impact successful outcomes.The “crew member” is our customer, and this will be a critical role in delivering tangible and valuable outcomes to crew members. Previous experience with mobile application development, UX/UI design principles, and customer-focused features is essential. Familiarity with digital financial or social media-like features and products, or industries like airline, hotel, or travel is a plus. Exceptional organizational and communication skills are key to succeeding in this role.Essential FunctionsProduct Strategy

• Define and articulate the product vision and long-term roadmap, ensuring alignment with the company’s strategic objectives.
• Conduct market research, competitor analysis, and customer feedback reviews to inform product strategy and identify growth opportunities.
• Develop and maintain a dynamic product roadmap that balances short-term priorities with long-term goals.

Customer Advocacy

• Act as the voice of the mobile application user, ensuring the development team understands the "what" and "why" of their work.
• Gather and translate customer feedback into actionable user stories and improvements, focusing on delivering exceptional mobile experiences.
• Maintain a customer-focused mindset while aligning deliverables with business goals and mobile trends.

Product Backlog Management

• Own and manage the product backlog for mobile and web applications, ensuring it reflects the product vision and delivers maximum value to users.
• Write and refine user stories with a strong focus on mobile use cases, including defining clear acceptance criteria.
• Prioritize features and epics in collaboration with stakeholders and the development team, considering mobile-specific requirements like device compatibility, performance, and UX/UI design.
• Ensure that the Product Discovery activities drive towards the "Definition of Ready" of the product backlog.

Team Collaboration

• Work closely with the Scrum Master, developers, UX/UI designers, and other team members to ensure smooth sprint execution for mobile projects.
• Actively participate in Agile ceremonies, including sprint planning, reviews, and retrospectives, while focusing on mobile deliverables.
• Provide guidance and clarification on priorities and requirements to the development team, especially for mobile app development.

Execution & Delivery

• Focus on achieving short-term goals and delivering high-impact mobile sprint-level deliverables.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to align priorities, resolve conflicts, and ensure mobile application goals are met.
• Ensure that mobile app deliverables meet quality standards, performance benchmarks, and acceptance criteria.

Scope & Decision-Making

• Make day-to-day decisions on mobile application priorities, features, and scope within the sprint cycle.
• Balance competing priorities to ensure maximum value delivery for mobile users and business stakeholders.
• Identify and mitigate risks specific to mobile app development, such as performance optimization, device compatibility, and app store requirements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Computer Science, IT, Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of 8 years of experience as a Product Manager and/or Product Owner in an Agile environment.
• Hands-on experience in mobile application development and product ownership for iOS and Android platforms.
• Strong understanding of mobile UX/UI principles, device compatibility, and app store guidelines. Analytical and detail-oriented, with a focus on delivering mobile-first solutions.
• Expertise in Agile frameworks, including Scrum and Kanban.
• Proven ability to analyze, organize, prioritize and adapt in a fast-paced environment.
• Familiarity with the airline, hotel, or travel industry is a plus.

Core Competencies

• Strategic Product Management Skills
• Technical Product Ownership
• Customer-Centric Focus
• Exceptional communication, presentation, and organizational skills.
• Time Management Skills

Supervisory Responsibility This position has no supervisory responsibilitiesThe good faith salary compensation for this position is 120,000 - 150,000 USD, commensurate with experience.Position Type/Expected Hours of Work This is a full-time position. Days and hours of work are Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Evening and weekend work may be required as job duties demand. Hybrid (3 days in office / 2 days remote).Travel Some travel (less than 20%) is expected for this position.Who We AreAPI is the global leader for crew accommodation solutions, and we are changing the way businesses manage travel. Our technology platform streamlines the entire crew planning process, making day-to-day operations more efficient and elevating the crew layover experience. API’s proprietary technology, mobile solutions and our experienced team are positioned to offer our clients a complete, end-to-end platform that integrates seamlessly into their process. We are looking for dynamic, creative, and tech savvy individuals to join our team. If you are passionate about hard work, providing impeccable service, technology, and solutions to our clients then API may be a great fit for you!Other DutiesDuties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time according to business needs.The performance of additional responsibilities if you are designated as a Data Protection Champion (DPC), Senior Information Risk Owner (SIRO) or Information Assurance Accounting Officer (IAAO).Work EnvironmentThis position operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines.Physical DemandsThe physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand, walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms.AAP/EEO StatementAccommodations Plus International is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, creed, color, religion, alienage or national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, disability or handicap, sex, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information, arrest record, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws. Our management team is dedicated to this policy with respect to recruitment, hiring, placement, promotion, transfer, training, compensation, benefits, employee activities and general treatment during employment.Powered by JazzHR Expected salary: $120000 - 150000 per year Location: Melville, NY Apply for the job now! Apply for this job