Apetan Consulting

Manage product backlog, collaborate with stakeholders, and deliver retail-focused digital products. | Requires 5+ years as Product Owner/Manager with retail domain experience, Agile proficiency, and stakeholder management skills. | Job Summary We are looking for an experienced Product Owner with strong Retail domain expertise to lead product development initiatives across digital, e-commerce, and retail technology platforms. The ideal candidate will have deep understanding of retail operations (POS, merchandising, supply chain, omni-channel, customer experience) and proven experience working within Agile environments to deliver high-impact products aligned with business goals. Key Responsibilities • Own and manage the product backlog, user stories, and sprint priorities • Collaborate with stakeholders across merchandising, supply chain, stores, and digital teams • Translate retail business needs into clear product requirements • Work closely with engineering, UX, and QA teams in Agile/Scrum environments • Define product vision, roadmap, and KPIs aligned with retail business goals • Drive omni-channel and customer experience initiatives • Participate in sprint planning, demos, and retrospectives • Ensure timely delivery of features and continuous product improvement • Analyze customer behavior, market trends, and retail performance metrics • Act as the bridge between business and technical teams Required Skills & Qualifications • 5+ years as Product Owner / Product Manager • Strong Retail domain experience (E-commerce, POS, Merchandising, Supply Chain, Inventory, Pricing, Promotions) • Proven experience working in Agile/Scrum environments • Experience writing user stories and managing product backlogs • Strong stakeholder management and communication skills • Experience with tools like Jira, Confluence, Azure DevOps • Strong understanding of digital commerce and customer journeys • Analytical mindset with data-driven decision-making

Design and develop mobile user interfaces, collaborate with cross-functional teams, create prototypes, and ensure usability and responsiveness. | Proven experience in mobile UI/UX design or development, proficiency with design tools, and familiarity with mobile front-end technologies. | Job Title: Mobile UI/UX Developer Location: Remote Job Summary: We are looking for a talented Mobile UI/UX Developer to design and implement seamless user interfaces for mobile applications. The ideal candidate combines creativity with technical skills and has a strong understanding of mobile design patterns and usability principles. Key Responsibilities: • Design and develop visually appealing and user-friendly mobile interfaces for iOS and Android apps. • Collaborate with product managers, developers, and designers to translate requirements into interactive mobile experiences. • Create wireframes, prototypes, and high-fidelity mockups using design tools (Figma, Sketch, Adobe XD, etc.). • Implement responsive designs and ensure smooth interactions across different screen sizes and devices. • Conduct usability testing and iterate designs based on feedback. • Stay updated with the latest UI/UX trends, tools, and best practices. Required Skills & Qualifications: • Proven experience as a UI/UX designer or developer for mobile applications. • Strong knowledge of mobile design principles, interaction patterns, and usability standards. • Proficiency with design and prototyping tools (Figma, Sketch, Adobe XD, InVision, etc.). • Familiarity with front-end technologies for mobile (React Native, Flutter, SwiftUI, or Android XML) is a plus. • Strong visual design skills with attention to detail. • Ability to transform complex requirements into intuitive user experiences. • Strong communication and collaboration skills. Preferred Skills: • Experience in cross-platform mobile design. • Knowledge of accessibility standards and inclusive design principles. • Familiarity with animations, micro-interactions, and motion design. • Understanding of mobile performance optimization related to UI/UX. Education: • Bachelor's degree in Design, Human-Computer Interaction, Computer Science, or a related field (or equivalent experience).

Develop AI agents, implement multi-step workflows, connect agents to enterprise APIs and data platforms, and optimize agent performance. | Experience with Large Language Model APIs, proficiency in Python, knowledge of LLM frameworks, vector databases, containerization, and understanding of AI ethics and compliance. | Agentic AI Developer/ML Engineer 100% Remote 100% Remote Key responsibilities: Develop AI agents Implement multi-step workflows and enable collaboration between multiple agents Connect Agents to enterprise APIs, data platforms Use benchmarking tool and evaluation framework to measure agent efficiency and reliability. Monitor agent behavior, optimize for scalability and enhance decision making capability. Required Skill: Hands-on experience working with Large Language Model APIs like Azure OpenAI, Anthropic etc.. Proficiency in Python or similar language Experience with LLM-based framework (LangChain, LangGraph) Knowledge of Vector databases and semantic search Familiarity with containerization and required skill Understanding of compliance, risk management, and ethical AI Practices

Design and defend UX solutions for AI-powered and data-driven applications, collaborate with technical teams, mentor junior designers, and align design initiatives with business objectives. | Requires strong UX design skills, experience with design systems and prototyping tools, knowledge of accessibility and inclusive design, consulting experience, and preferably formal design education or certifications. | UX Designer 100% Remote Key Capabilities Effectively present and defend design rationale based on the brand, business needs, user goals, and usability, rather than personal opinion Strong understanding of interface design principles; navigation and architecture; and typography, color, and layout principles Experience designing for AI-powered applications, including conversational interfaces, data visualization, and algorithmic decision-making systems Proficiency in design system creation and maintenance, including component libraries, design tokens, and documentation standards Knowledge of DesignOps methodologies, team scaling practices, and design process optimization Familiarity with standards-compliant web design and the capabilities and constraints provided by CSS, JavaScript libraries, mobile app frameworks, etc. Understanding of accessibility standards (WCAG) and inclusive design principles Experience with design and prototyping tools (Figma, Sketch, Adobe Creative Suite, etc.), vibe coding tools in Figma, MagicPath, Lovable, etc and ability to evaluate and implement new tools Collaborate with technical team members and mentor more junior colleagues Speak and write well, play well with others, and engage with senior-level clients Experience in consulting and the ability to deal with ambiguity Willingness to travel to client locations and collaborate with distributed delivery teams Strategic thinking ability to align design initiatives with business objectives and technology roadmaps. Preferred Qualifications Experience leading design for enterprise software, B2B applications, or complex data-driven interfaces Background in service design or experience design for multi-touchpoint customer journeys Knowledge of research methodologies including quantitative UX research and analytics interpretation Experience with agile development methodologies and design integration in DevOps workflows Understanding of product management principles and go-to-market strategies Certification or formal training in design leadership, design thinking, or related methodologies Education Bachelor's or Master's degree in a design discipline, human-computer interaction, cognitive science, or relevant experience. Continuous learning mindset with staying current on industry trends, emerging technologies, and evolving design practices.

Lead and manage technical programs focused on new product introduction in automotive or technology hardware platforms, coordinating suppliers and ensuring compliance with industry standards. | 10+ years managing NPI programs in automotive/technology, 2+ years hardware platform development, leadership in regulated industries, supplier management, and onsite work in Mountain View, CA. | Sr. Staff Technical Program Manager Location: Mountain View, CA (Onsite 4x/week) Strong comm, Old LinkedIn not created recently. 1 2 Teams interviews, followed by a final in-person Must have HWE (Hardware Engineering) experience Candidates with automotive background Involves supplier management, procurement collaboration, import/export, and navigating multiple moving parts around chips (location, process, etc.) Required Qualification: • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Supply Chain Management, Product Management, Business Administration, or a related field. • 10+ years of experience managing New Product Introduction (NPI) programs in the automotive or technology industry. • 2+ years of experience in hardware platform development. • Proven leadership in a technical program management or NPI role within a regulated industry. • Strong understanding of structural design, load handling, and industry safety standards. • Automotive industry experience strongly preferred. • Deep knowledge of relevant standards and regulations (e.g., IATF 16949, ISO 9001, environmental regulations). • Experience with supplier and vendor management in a global supply chain. • Excellent communication and leadership skills with the ability to manage multiple stakeholders and priorities. • Willingness to travel as needed (occasional domestic/international travel). • Must be comfortable working onsite in Mountain View, CA at least 4 days per week.