Location: Fredericton, New Brunswick, Canada

Working Model: Hybrid (Minimum 2 days in the office) At QPS, we develop world-leading hydrographic and geospatial software used by customers across the globe. We are looking for a Senior Product Owner with strong knowledge of hydrographic workflows and the geospatial industry to help shape product strategy, drive customer value, and lead the future development of one of the industry's leading software solutions.

This is a highly visible role at the intersection of customers, technology, and business strategy. You'll work closely with Development, Support, Sales, and customers to ensure our products continue to solve complex real-world challenges and deliver measurable value. What You'll Do

Own and manage the product roadmap and backlog

Translate customer insights into product priorities and requirements

Lead product discovery and validate customer needs

Work closely with Development, Support, Sales, and customers

Coordinate product releases and stakeholder communications

Drive continuous product improvement based on customer feedback and market trends

Ensure product initiatives deliver measurable customer value

Act as an escalation point for complex product-related issues

Champion product direction and priorities across the organisation with clarity

Travel to visit customers and attend conferences, representing QPS while gathering product ideas and feedback What We're Looking For

Proven experience as a Senior Product Owner, Product Manager, Business Analyst, or similar role

Strong product management expertise in a technical B2B software environment





Demonstrable knowledge of survey planning, processing, analysis and deliverables within the hydrographic domain and their role within various workflows and operations

Strong understanding of hydrography and geospatial concepts at a theoretical level

Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and negotiation skills

Ability to balance customer needs, business goals, and technical considerations

Strong stakeholder management and communication skills

Experience working with Agile teams and tools such as Jira and Confluence

Proven ability to translate customer needs into valuable product outcomes

Offshore hydrographic survey experience is an advantage Education & Experience

We value expertise over specific qualifications. You bring substantial experience in product management and a strong understanding of your domain, with a proven track record of translating customer needs into successful product outcomes. We expect candidates to demonstrate a high level of professional and domain knowledge gained through relevant experience, alongside strong product management capability and customer focus.

How Success Is

Measured

High customer satisfaction and product adoption





Successful delivery of roadmap priorities and releases

Clear product direction and stakeholder alignment A healthy, well-prioritized backlog

Effective resolution of product issues and customer feedback

High-quality requirements that enable efficient development and delivery What We Offer

Hybrid working model (2 days per week in our Fredericton office)

18 vacation days

Public holidays, including Victoria Day, Thanksgiving, and the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation

Paid time off between Christmas and New Year's

Volunteer Time Off

12 paid sick/personal days per year, with unused sick days carried forward within policy limits

RRSP matching

Comprehensive health plan, fully funded by QPS

Dental coverage

Extended health advantages, including physiotherapy, massage therapy, chiropractic care, and more

Blue Cross InConfidence Employee Assistance Program

$30/month fitness and recreation allowance

Annual CAA membership

Annual Costco membership

$2,000 employee referral bonus

Opportunities for professional growth and development A collaborative, international team and an innovative work environment Why QPS?

At QPS, you'll have the opportunity to shape products used by hydrographic and geospatial professionals worldwide. You'll join a talented, collaborative team where your expertise is valued, your ideas have impact, and your work directly influences the future of our products and our customers' success. Ready to shape the future of hydrographic and geospatial software? We'd love to hear from you.

📌 Senior Product Owner (Fredericton)
🏢 QPS
📍 Fredericton