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Location: Parktown, Gauteng
Industry: Transport & Mobility Technology
Experience Level: Mid to Senior (5+ years)
Salary: Market-Related
Benefits: Discovery Medical Aid | Provident Fund | 20 Days Leave | Annual Travel to France or UK

Shape the Future of Global Transport Solutions

For over three decades, we’ve been pioneering software and hardware solutions for the global travel industry, redefining public transport ticketing and mobility systems across 500+ cities worldwide.

We’re not just building products—we’re transforming the way people move, making mobility more accessible, efficient, and seamless for riders and drivers alike. Our team thrives on innovation, problem-solving, and pushing boundaries to create cutting-edge solutions that impact communities worldwide.

If you're an experienced Product Owner with a background in Business Analysis and a passion for software applications and digital transformation, this is your opportunity to work on high-impact projects, shape the future of mobility, and drive real change.

Responsibilities:

Gathering & Defining Business Requirements – Work closely with stakeholders, customers, and engineering teams to identify, document, and refine business needs.
Shaping System Requirements & Product Features – Define product requirements, create functional specifications, and guide development teams through execution.
Product Backlog Management – Own and maintain the product backlog, prioritizing features and enhancements based on business impact and customer needs.
Collaborating with Engineering Teams – Work closely with developers, system architects, and UX designers to bring product vision to life.
Testing & Customer Acceptance – Ensure that features meet business requirements through testing and validation, guiding clients through acceptance testing.
Driving Product Enhancements – Continuously improve our transport ticketing solutions, ensuring alignment with compliance, regulatory standards, and business goals.
Stakeholder Communication – Keep internal teams and customers informed on project progress, new releases, and product enhancements.
Pre-Sales & Tender Support – Assist in tender processes, gap analysis, and product evolution discussions.
Training & Documentation – Provide product training, maintain up-to-date documentation, and support knowledge sharing across teams.

Required Experience & Skills:

5+ years as a Business Analyst / Product Owner in a Software Development environment.
Hands-on experience managing the full product lifecycle – from requirements gathering to deployment.
Strong functional documentation skills – ability to write detailed functional specs, workflows, and user stories.
Deep understanding of Agile methodologies – experience in Scrum teams, backlog grooming, and sprint planning.
Excellent problem-solving skills – ability to translate complex business needs into scalable, high-impact product features.
Outstanding communication & stakeholder engagement skills – comfortable working with cross-functional teams across South Africa, France, and the UK.
Tech-Savvy & Analytical Mindset – Understanding of software development processes, APIs, and system integrations.

Bonus Skills (Advantageous):

Experience in the transport ticketing industry (AFC / Automated Fare Collection Systems).
Familiarity with Jira, Confluence, or other requirements management tools.
Basic knowledge of French (an added advantage).
Previous experience in pre-sales & tender support.

Why Join Us?

Be part of a company transforming global mobility – Work on high-impact public transport solutions across multiple continents.
Drive real change – Your work will shape the future of digital ticketing and mobility ecosystems.
Work with a global team – Collaborate with leaders, engineers, and industry experts across South Africa, France, and the UK.
Enjoy competitive benefits – Medical Aid, Provident Fund, Travel Opportunities, and Flexi Work Hours.