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We're looking for a strategist to drive growth and innovation, mentoring our high-performing teams as we shape client-centric solutions for our global enterprise clients.

Your role:

• Lead and develop the Business Analysis/Product team, fostering collaboration, knowledge sharing, and professional growth
• Mentor team members in business analysis and product practices, and support their overall career growth.
• Shape product direction in collaboration with the Senior Manager - Business Analysis/Product and cross-functional teams.
• Manage and prioritize product backlogs based on business goals and customer needs.
• Drive requirements gathering, analysis, and documentation, translating complex business needs into clear user stories and acceptance criteria.
• Facilitate backlog grooming, sprint planning, and Agile ceremonies.
• Build strong relationships with clients and internal stakeholders, representing Villvay’s values and expertise.
• Coordinate with international teams and leadership across time zones.
• Identify business process gaps and lead improvement initiatives.
• Collaborate with developers and QA to ensure solutions meet requirements and deliver measurable value.
• Define KPIs, track product performance, support change control, and maintain documentation standards.
• Develop business process flows, API specifications, and wireframes.
• Ensure clear, proactive communication throughout the delivery lifecycle.

Required experience:

• 8+ years of experience in business analysis, product ownership, or related roles with demonstrated leadership experience.
• BA/BS or equivalent in Technology, Business, or a relevant field.
• Proven ability to lead and coordinate teams across both onsite and remote environments.
• Excellent command of English (written and verbal).
• Strong leadership, mentoring, and independent decision-making capabilities.
• Deep understanding of Agile methodologies and Scrum ceremonies.
• Advanced experience with backlog management tools such as Jira, Confluence, or similar.
• Excellent stakeholder management and negotiation skills with both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Strong analytical thinking, attention to detail, and a mindset for continuous process improvement.
• Natural leader with a strong sense of ownership and accountability.
• Proactive, adaptable, and passionate about solving customer problems and delivering business value.
• Cultural sensitivity and curiosity to work effectively with diverse, international teams.

Added advantages:

• Experience leading teams in technology-focused environments.
• Background in B2B eCommerce or enterprise SaaS.
• Exposure to reporting, data transformation projects, or search-driven products.
• Certifications such as CBAP, CSPO, CSM, or similar Agile/BA credentials.

Villvay is an equal opportunity employer. Benefits and perks for our full-time employees may include:

• Dollar-pegged salaries
• Paid parental leave
• Paid menstrual leave
• Opportunities to network and connect with a global team
• Hybrid work model
• Flat structure
• Amicable work environment and great peers
• Exposure to international clients and business processes
• Attractive remunerations based on your experience and skills
• Real career growth opportunity for the right person
• OPD and Insurance