Senior Product Owner (APIs & Platform Services)

Senior Product Owner (APIs & Platform Services) HN-31100% Remote CR senior full timeJob DescriptionTechnologies: API Development, SDKs, Agile Product DevelopmentOceans Code Experts is looking for talented individuals that are ready for the next step in their career, we offer a collaborative professional environment as full of rewarding experiences as it is of challenges.A Senior Product Owner or Product Manager at Oceans can expect to work on multiple projects, work with a cross-functional team, and are transparent about time and tasks to help clients understand the progress of their projects.Candidates must LOVE helping people, solving business problems, and pushing themselves to slay the next beast of a project.Job SummaryTake the lead in shaping developer-facing products and APIs that power our partner integrations. This is a high-impact role for a product leader passionate about platform strategy, API ecosystems, and delivering world-class developer experiences.Job RequirementsJob ResponsibilitiesDrive the end-to-end product delivery for REST APIs, SDKs, developer tooling, and platform services enabling seamless partner integrations.Champion the needs of external developers and partners across the entire product lifecycle.Convert complex business and customer needs into clear, actionable product specifications and scalable platform features.Collaborate cross-functionally with engineering, UX, and documentation teams to ship secure, performant, and intuitive APIs.Align API design and platform capabilities with internal stakeholders to support key workflows and business outcomes.Define and evolve Experience APIs and foundational platform services used by both external and internal consumers.Partner with documentation and developer relations teams to deliver top-tier API documentation, onboarding guides, and self-service tools.Lead the development and broad adoption of SDKs across multiple programming languages to accelerate integration and improve developer satisfaction.Advocate for SDKs as essential tools to enhance reliability, reduce boilerplate code, and streamline development.Oversee sample apps, tutorials, and onboarding materials to support a seamless developer journey.Manage product backlogs, prioritize initiatives, and execute iterative delivery using Agile methodologies.Monitor key metrics including developer satisfaction, usage data, and integration health to continuously improve the platform.Job RequirementsGreat English proficiency (B2+ Written and spoken)5+ years of experience as a Product Owner or Product Manager, with a focus on APIs, developer tools, or platform services in a SaaS environment.Impeccable punctuality (schedules are flexible but being in time for meetings is crucialProven expertise in RESTful API design, authentication and authorization standards (OAuth2, API keys), and developer experience best practices.Ability to convert business needs into platform-level solutions and API-first architectures.Experience delivering API documentation, onboarding toolkits, and robust integration guides for developer ecosystems.Deep familiarity with Experience APIs and their role in orchestrating data and services.Strong command of Agile/Scrum practices and the product development lifecycle.Nice to have Experience with API gateways, developer portals, and observability platforms.Background in building or managing integrations within partner ecosystems, marketplaces, or B2B SaaS platforms.Understanding of service mesh architecture, microservices, and API lifecycle management.Technical certifications or a degree in product management or platform engineering.Position Type and Expected Hours of WorkThis is a full-time consultancy, with up to 40 weekly hours during regular business times. We operate under a flexible core hours policy to accommodate various schedules, allowing consultants to perform during their peak productivity times. Additionally, we offer the flexibility to work remotely.Go Back