The globally operating Geberit Group is a European leader in the field of sanitary products and celebrated its 150th anniversary in 2024. Geberit operates with a strong local presence in most European countries, providing unique added value when it comes to sanitary technology and bathroom ceramics. The production network encompasses 26 production facilities, of which 4 are located overseas. The Group is headquartered in Rapperswil-Jona, Switzerland. With around 11,000 employees in more than 50 countries, Geberit generated net sales of CHF 3.1 billion in 2024. The Geberit shares are listed on the SIX Swiss Exchange and have been included in the SMI (Swiss Market Index) since 2012.
MAIN TASKS
To support the growing demand for product data across our digital ecosystem, we are looking for a technically skilled and communicative IT Product Owner / API Manager to lead the development of our Product Data APIs. These APIs serve as central interface, exposing product data to over 20 digital channels. This is a unique opportunity to shape a critical integration layer in a globally operating enterprise.
In your function you will be responsible for the following:
Own and drive the product vision and roadmap for the Product Data APIs, ensuring alignment with business and technical stakeholders
Manage the product backlog, write user stories, and prioritize development tasks in close collaboration with the Scrum team
Act as primary interface between the API development team and product owners of consuming and contributing applications, ensuring their requirements are well understood and translated into actionable development goals
Responsible for the design of our APIs, ensuring a coherent and well-structured catalogue that follows consistent design principles
Facilitate structured and transparent communication across teams to ensure alignment and shared understanding of API capabilities and changes
Monitor API usage and performance, identify opportunities for improvement, and drive continuous optimization
Promote best practices in API design, documentation, and lifecycle management
PROFILE
You have at least 5 years of experience in technical product ownership and designing, managing, and operating REST APIs. Your skills and qualifications include:
Strong technical background, ideally with hands-on experience in backend development of microservices (Java / Spring Boot)
Good knowledge of cloud platforms (preferably Microsoft Azure), NoSQL databases (preferably MongoDB), JSON and paradigms such as headless systems and microservices
Experience in working in agile environments, particularly in the role as Product Owner within Scrum teams, with a track record of guiding development teams and leading discussions on both current and future requirements
Ability to translate business needs into technical requirements and vice versa
Excellent communication skills and a collaborative mindset to engage with both technical teams and business stakeholders
Highly structured, organised, analytical, and proactive personality with a strong sense of ownership
APPLICATION & CONTACT Do you share our values and feel comfortable in a collegial and down-to-earth environment in which you can demonstrate your skills and contribute ideas? If so, we look forward to receiving your application!
Please note that we only accept direct applications for this position. Dossiers from recruitment agencies will not be considered.
CONTACT Vreni Schweizer HR Business Partner Geberit International AG CH-8645 Jona +41 55 221 66 64
