JOB PURPOSE
As a Technical Product Owner at Companjon, you will play a pivotal role in supporting the technical development and implementation of insurance solutions in our core insurance platform. Your primary responsibilities will include overseeing the technical onboarding and lifecycle management of business partners, ensuring seamless integration and ongoing technical support. You will collaborate closely with the our Solution Managers, providing a technical counterpart to their end-to-end product management.
Why you should join Companjon
At Companjon our aim is to lead the embedded insurance market in Europe and beyond, working together with unicorns in the tech ecosystem.We are on a mission to change the way people think about insurance. We strive to inspire to break new ground and find progressive solutions that really improve people’s lives. We put people at the centre of our attention. We create solutions that are based on collaboration and the exchange of brilliant minds.
Learn more about who Companjon is and how we are shaping the future of insurance by watching our introduction video here -> Introducing Companjon
Did you know that Companjon was named a global INSURTECH100 company? See our special video here -> Companjon INSURTECH100
ROLE AND KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
What you will do as Technical Product Owner in Companjon
- Support the technical onboarding, implementation, and lifecycle management of business partners, acting as point of contact for all technical aspects.
- Work in close collaboration with the Solution Managers, offering technical insights and support for the end-to-end management of insurance products.
- Support to oversee the development and configuration of insurance products within our core insurance system, ensuring high standards of quality and functionality.
- Eliciting, analyzing, and communicating technical requirements for insurance solutions.
- Collaborate with our Quality Assurance team, coordinating testing and validation.
- Provide support for production troubleshooting, swiftly addressing and resolving technical issues to maintain product integrity.
- Actively support and implement changes and improvements for the products under your responsibility, aligning with business goals and user needs.
- Represent technical solutions to distribution partners, ensuring their operational needs are met with high-quality technical integrations.
- Coordinate with technology partners to implement new features and solutions, adhering to agile development timelines.
- Manage technical documentation for partner-facing and internal applications and APIs, ensuring clarity and accessibility for all stakeholders.
QUALIFICATIONS & EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS
What you will need to succeed
- Ideally 2+ years of experience in business analysis, product management, tech project management, or software architecture
- Experience in modern web development (frontend/backend), with understanding of Java-based backend architecture patterns (e.g., micro-services)
- Experience in working in agile teams
- Experience in SaaS technology management, incl. API management, versioning, and documentation
- Exceptional communication skills, with the ability to effectively manage stakeholder relationships.
- Excellent ability to translate business needs into IT requirements, ensuring technical solutions align with business objectives.
- Fluency in English, other European languages a plus
- Bachelor's degree in computer science or related field, Master's degree a plus
COMPETENCES / SOFTSKILLS
What we would love to see from you
- Highly motivated and constantly aiming to improve
- Startup mindset – comfortable working in a highly dynamic environment with diverse tasks
- Ability to work under pressure in a complex environment
- A creative and energetic doer with innovative ideas, being able to make smart decision and communicate them to various stakeholders
- A positive team player who is willing to go the extra mile for Companjon and the team
Benefits
What we can offer to You
- Innovative remote working policy – We are proud to have introduced “Companjon onsite days”. You have the option to work remotely, except for one week per month (with the option to add additional days when needed) in which we come all together in our Dublin office to strengthen relationships, reconnect… and have fun!
- Highly competitive salary – Our compensation package is very competitive in the market, with high growth potential.
- Unique career development - You will have the opportunity to accelerate your learning and career development by joining a fast-growing start-up.
- Possibility to have a strong impact and independence – We value your ideas and opinions. We believe that you can have a strong impact and you will work on meaningful tasks. You will have the opportunity to work on your own initiatives and take risks. Failures are part of the journey.
- Ownership of your future – We are growing fast, and you will have the opportunity to shape your own role and future in the company.
- Direct access to top management – You will work in direct contact with the top management. Giving you the opportunity to learn from highly experienced senior employees.
- Amazing diverse team – You will have the chance to work with brilliant people from different backgrounds, and cultures.
- Modern office with state-of-the-art tools – our office is located in the center of Dublin and is fully equipped to support our day-to-day activities.
- Ongoing training and education – We offer unique internal/external training opportunities and development programs. Constant training available so employees remain the best-skilled in the market!
- Entertaining and fun events – We organise team building workshops and social events, and an annual offsite trip.