Technical Product Owner

Our Mission Swapcard is the leading AI‑powered event platform designed to drive revenue growth and foster meaningful connections at in‑person and hybrid events. We recognize the importance of teamwork in successful events; that’s why Swapcard is fueled by a team of innovators who are passionate about helping organizers build future‑proof events. Our Vision At Swapcard, we believe in the power of meaningful connections. This belief fuels our commitment to pioneering modern solutions that empower organizers to create engaging event experiences. Guided by our commitment to excellence and collaboration, we aim to redefine the landscape of event technology, setting new standards for engagement, accessibility, and impact. Our Beliefs At Swapcard, diversity is at the core of our success. With 42 nationalities represented among our 180+ team members, we champion diversity as a catalyst for creativity, collaboration, and unparalleled innovation. We believe that by embracing a multitude of backgrounds, cultures, and viewpoints, we can truly understand and cater to the needs of our global community of event organizers and participants. Our full remote opportunities empower our team to thrive, no matter where they are in the world, fostering a culture of flexibility and inclusion. The Role We are seeking a Technical Product Owner to join a squad dedicated to delivering a superior on-site event experience through robust and scalable solutions. This development team owns a technical stack responsible for, among others: Floor Plan & Geolocation Services – Architecting and managing features for both outdoor and indoor positioning systems. Third-Party Integrations – Collaborating with and integrating external APIs for maps and indoor positioning providers. Authentication & Onboarding – Owning the entire technical flow for user login and onboarding within the event application. As a Technical Product Owner, you will drive the technical vision and execution for your squad of dedicated developers and work hand‑in‑hand with product designers. You will be responsible for translating complex customer needs into detailed product specifications, setting priorities based on customer impact, and ensuring the solutions delivered are both technically sound and meet real-world user needs. You will own the entire feature lifecycle from roadmap planning to final delivery. This includes engaging directly with clients to understand technical constraints, running UX research, and writing clear, actionable user stories and acceptance criteria. Data and technical insights will be the foundation of your decisions, helping you validate assumptions, prioritize the backlog effectively, and measure the success of your team's output. What are we looking for? A Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Software Engineering, Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related technical field. 4+ years of experience as a Product Owner or in a similar product role within a software product development environment. A strong analytical and technical mindset with a proven ability to make data‑driven decisions regarding feature feasibility, performance, and prioritization. Curiosity, initiative, and a proactive attitude towards understanding technical systems and solving challenging problems. Excellent prioritization skills, balancing technical debt, new feature development, and bug fixes with a clear focus on customer impact. Experience engaging directly with clients to gather requirements, conduct research, and co‑build solutions. Strong collaboration skills, comfortable working closely with developers on system architecture, designers on technical feasibility, and stakeholders on roadmaps. An empathetic, people‑first approach to teamwork and leadership. Fluency in English. Why Join us? Be part of a global, international team in a scale‑up company Lead your own squad with developers and designers dedicated to your product area Shape the future of on‑site event experiences in a company leading the EventTech industry Work remotely with flexibility, or access offices through Spaces worldwide Join a company with a strong culture of collaboration, ownership, and humanity Swapcard’s Interview process Our thorough interview process aims to identify exceptional talent to advance our mission while offering you a chance to explore your career potential at Swapcard. Screening Interview with a recruiter from our people team. A remote exercise to demonstrate and assess your skills. Manager review with your future reporting manager Leadership review with one of our department leaders Reference check conducted by our people team Offer Swapcard's Values Curious – We ask questions, try new things and take risks. We learn from one another and see mistakes as opportunities to grow—what matters most is how we react and learn from them. We are curious about what something is and why something is. Innovation thrives when curiosity drives. Value‑Driven – At Swapcard, we focus on making each decision count by prioritising outcomes that create meaningful value for our customers, team members, and partners. Human – At Swapcard, being human means fostering empathy, openness, and diversity to create a caring and collaborative community. We’re driven by a strong team spirit and a shared goal of building meaningful connections—both through our product and within our team. Resilient – We embrace challenges with optimism, creativity, and adaptability, constantly seeking innovative solutions and opportunities for growth. Ownership – At Swapcard, we take responsibility and are accountable for our actions, driving success through initiative, trust, and accountability. True ownership means more than just completing tasks; it’s about being proactive, investing ourselves fully in the outcomes, and fostering a culture of trust. Benefits & Reasons to Join Swapcard International team with 40+ nationalities (more on the way) Remote‑first policy with headquarters in Paris Thriving startup with career growth opportunities Open‑minded culture that appreciates differences Feedback‑driven, supportive & curious team with a DIY mindset Generous Paid Time Off to ensure you have time for what matters most ❤️ Remote perks designed to optimize your working experience In‑person social gatherings to celebrate our achievements ️ 100% of your health insurance contribution paid by Swapcard Work‑from‑home budget (one‑off contribution for equipment in addition to your initial equipment setup) ️ Co‑working space budget to support remote work in professional environments Learning budget to help you develop new and existing skills Mental health care initiatives to support your well‑being Equal Opportunity Swapcard is committed to upholding equal employment practices and making merit‑based employment decisions. We welcome individuals from all backgrounds, abilities, and experiences to apply, regardless of race, nationality, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy status, age, marital status, and status as a veteran. #J-18808-Ljbffr