Lead Product Owner

Job Description About Us: The Hashgraph Group (THG) is a pioneering Swiss-based Web3 technology company operating exclusively within the Hedera Hashgraph ecosystem. As experienced and qualified Web3 practitioners and engineers, we design, develop, and deploy enterprise-grade solutions and decentralized applications on Hedera. With operations globally, we unlock new growth opportunities for business in the Web3 economy. We deliver more than technology we build business without barriers. About the Role The Lead Product Owner is responsible for driving the product vision and strategy for blockchain-based applications, while also capturing detailed requirements and ensuring successful project delivery. This role balances long-term product planning with hands-on involvement in defining functional specifications, user stories, and workflows, ensuring that products meet business goals, user needs, and technical feasibility. Key Responsibilities Product Leadership: - Define and communicate the product vision, roadmap, and strategy for Web3 solutions, including dApps, wallets, smart contracts, and decentralized identity systems. - Prioritize features and initiatives based on business value, market trends, and user feedback. - Monitor product performance, adoption metrics, and user insights to inform continuous improvement. - Collaborate with stakeholders to validate product decisions and maintain alignment with organizational objectives. Requirements & Project Delivery: - Gather, document, and clarify detailed functional and non-functional requirements for multiple Web3 initiatives. - Translate business objectives and stakeholder needs into actionable user stories, workflows, and acceptance criteria. - Collaborate closely with engineering, design, and QA teams to ensure feasibility and timely delivery. - Identify risks, dependencies, and potential blockers, and proactively manage them to keep projects on track. - Facilitate backlog grooming, sprint planning, and other Agile ceremonies to ensure smooth execution. Stakeholder Management & Collaboration: - Serve as the primary point of contact for product- and project-related queries. - Align cross-functional teams on goals, priorities, and timelines. - Present updates and progress to leadership and stakeholders. - Mentor junior Product Owners or team members in product strategy and requirement management. Qualifications - Bachelor's or Master's degree in Business, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field. - 10+ years of experience in product management or product ownership, with proven experience in requirements gathering and project delivery. - Strong experience managing both product strategy and execution simultaneously. - Solid understanding of Web3 technologies: blockchain, smart contracts, wallets, dApps, decentralized identity (DID/SSI). - Familiarity with Agile/Scrum methodology and tools such as Jira, Confluence, or Aha. - Strong analytical, problem-solving, and documentation skills. - Excellent stakeholder management, communication, and collaboration abilities. Good to Have - Experience with DeFi platforms, NFT marketplaces, DAOs, or tokenized ecosystems. - Knowledge of UX/UI principles and Web3 user experience design. - Exposure to scaling frameworks for Agile or distributed teams. - Familiarity with Web3 developer tools and blockchain networks (Ethereum, Polygon, Solana, etc.). Personal Attributes - Strategic thinker with the ability to balance product vision with detailed execution. - Collaborative, proactive, and capable of driving clarity across complex projects. - Detail-oriented and solution-focused, with a strong sense of ownership. - Passionate about decentralized technologies and delivering measurable value to users.