Product Owner

EfficientIP is a network automation and security company, specializing in DDI (DNS, DHCP, IP Address Management). Our Smart DDI approach offers enterprises and service providers a unique appliance-based solution to intelligently simplify and automate design, deployment and management of their critical network infrastructure.

Through patented technology, our 360º solution suite secures DNS services to safeguard sensitive data and ensure application access. Companies in all sectors rely on our offerings to face the challenges of key IT initiatives such as cloud, IoT, 5G, and mobility.

Description

The Product Owner is responsible for maximizing the value of DDI solutions by translating product strategy into actionable development priorities. Working within a cross-functional team, he is the owner of the backlog, drives product iterations, and is responsible for the quality of the deliverables. He collaborates closely with R&D, Product Management, Sales team, Support, and Training.

Acting as the link between customer requirements and the development team, the Product Owner gathers and refines requirements, prioritizes features, and ensures that each iteration delivers measurable value aligned with the product vision.

Key Responsibilities

• Drives product iterations, contributes to the product vision, roadmap, and delivery estimates, and owns the team backlog to maximize product value.

• Works with the Product Manager to build the roadmap, align with the vision and provide feedback on any difficulties at the R&D team on the production.

• Supports the product vision and its alignment with the enterprise strategy, is able to explain it to any R&D member and why any feature brings value to the overall.

• Works directly with R&D people to bring the product to the market, prioritizes the features, the user stories. He owns the backlog around its product (or feature set), refines the backlog with regards to complexity and priorities, is able to challenge costing and planning.

• Documents the feature set for internal usage, can demo the product not only on its features but globally. Write test scenario and stories

• Supports sales, support and delivery on daily operation.

• Performs some basic integration with ecosystem or tier product/solution, mainly for demonstration and exploration purposes, using scripting or IaC solutions. Knows how the API is working to help partners in their own integrations to the SOLIDserver.

• Knowledge on DDI, networking, unix, cloud offers related to IAAS, software development methodologies, testing framework.

What We’re Looking For

Experience & Background

• 10 years of experience in IT, including 2 to 3 years as a Product Owner, ideally within a network or systems infrastructure software environment or, more broadly, in technology solutions.
• End-to-end experience managing a product or a major feature, from discovery through launch.
• Experience with network infrastructure, cybersecurity, or service management products (BSS/OSS), ideally within a telecommunications operator or a similar organization.
• Good understanding of network infrastructure, cloud technologies, automation, and cybersecurity concepts.

Soft Skills

• Strong customer focus with the ability to gather, analyze, and translate business needs into high-value product features.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong prioritization skills, results-oriented mindset, and commitment to continuous improvement, with a focus on customer satisfaction and value creation.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to engage stakeholders and explain technical concepts to diverse audiences.
• Strong team player with the ability to collaborate effectively across cross-functional teams.
• Excellent listening skills and the ability to understand business needs.
• Proactive, autonomous, and accountable.
• Adaptable and comfortable working in a fast-paced, evolving environment.

Technical Skills

• Good understanding of networking, telecommunications, and information security concepts.
• Familiarity with Cloud and SaaS environments, as well as IT process automation principles.

Education

• Master’s degree (Engineering School, Business School, or University) with a specialization in Computer Science, Telecommunications, Networking, or Information Systems. 

Languages

• French: Required
• English: Required

Why Join EfficientIP?

Joining EfficientIP as a Product Owner means playing a key role in delivering our industry-leading DDI (DNS, DHCP, and IPAM) platform trusted by enterprises worldwide.

Working closely with R&D, Product Management, and Product Marketing, you will translate product strategy into prioritized backlogs and deliver high-value features that address the evolving challenges of cybersecurity, cloud transformation, and network automation.

To apply, please send your cv and cover letter to careers@efficientip.com