Product Owner - Canadian Payroll - Remote

Humi HR
Humi HR

Accounting & Finance, Product

Canada

Posted on May 23, 2026

Who we are

Employment Hero is on a mission to make employment easier and more valuable for everyone around the world. Our Employment Operating System brings hiring, HR, payroll and benefits into an all-in-one solution.

Since launching in 2014, we've grown from startup to global scale, reaching a valuation of over $2 billion and building a presence across six countries, with even more growth ahead. We now serve over 350,000 SMEs, pay more than 3 million employees, and support a growing pool of job seekers finding their next role through our platform.

The EH Way

At Employment Hero, we're proud of our unique DNA, which we call The EH Way.

  • We are Mission First – Our Mission determines what we work on, where we invest, and where we focus. Every decision runs through a single filter: does this accelerate our Mission?
  • We are Remote First – We champion a remote environment with a preference for asynchronous communication and a high degree of autonomy.
  • We are AI First – We are committed to using AI to accelerate our mission; AI is not just a tool, it's a fundamental part of how we operate, innovate, and scale.
  • We Live by Our Values – We role model our values 100% of the time.
  • We Expect High Performance – We set a high standard and we're not satisfied with being average.

This role

This role will be hyper-focused on the payroll aspect of our product, specifically building the infrastructure and feature set to support small and medium-sized businesses. We offer an all-in-one solution with a hub-and-spoke modular product. One of the key spokes of our product offering is payroll, which includes facilitating payments, keeping records, and calculating and remitting taxes.

In addition, supporting decision-makers with critical data and analytics is key for further unlocking areas of innovation across all pillars (HR, Payroll, Benefits, and Scheduling).

  • Be responsible for product delivery, including backlog grooming, sprint planning, and cross-functional coordination.
  • Define the scope of development for new product features and ongoing feature enhancements.
  • Write and prioritize epics, user stories, and define acceptance criteria.
  • Establish and maintain a high level of credibility with internal and external stakeholders.
  • Leverage your analytical ability to back your decisions with data.
  • Effectively use data and analytics layered against high-quality user research to inform the direction of the product line.
  • Be responsible for tracking progress, assessing risks, coordinating delivery, and actively communicating contingency and mitigation plans for the team.
  • You will run various ad-hoc research and business analyses to assess opportunities and risks.

What are we looking for in a Product Owner?

  • 3+ years of Product Management experience with a SaaS product, ideally related to Canadian payroll offerings
  • Experience working in fintech, payment, payroll, reporting, or analytics.
  • Ability to create wireframes, prototypes, and user flows to articulate ideas to cross-functional teams.
  • Detail-oriented with a high bar for quality when writing PRDs, user stories, reviewing designs, brainstorming technical approaches, and testing a feature before it is released.
  • Experience using agile development methodologies with globally distributed teams.
  • World-class individual contributor and team player to thrive at Employment Hero.
  • Ability to influence others through leadership and strong communication skills.
  • Ability to keep up in a fast-paced and pivot in a dynamic environment.

Bonus points if you have experience with:

  • Workplace experience leveraging AI in Product Management to boost productivity as an individual contributor.
  • You have a passion for the HR tech space.
  • You’ve worked in a cross-functional team previously where you and your squad took ownership of the success of an area of focus.

In short, you’ll love working with us if:

  • Revolutionizing employment gets your heart racing.
  • You thrive on the flexibility (and responsibility) of a remote-first business.
  • Our values align, and shape how you show up every day.
  • You love the dynamic pace of a startup, are driven by innovation, and enjoy working with other smart people.

What we can offer

At Employment Hero, we don't just talk about a better way to work. We live it.

Joining Employment Hero means you'll:

  • Work in a remote-first environment, giving you the autonomy to do your best work while delivering meaningful outcomes.
  • Be trusted to own your work, make decisions, and have a real impact from day one.
  • Access cutting-edge AI tools and technology that help you move faster, think bigger, and amplify your expertise.
  • Surround yourself with ambitious, high-performing teammates who will challenge, support and inspire you to do the best work of your career.
  • Own ESOP (Employee Share Options) in one of the world's fastest-growing technology companies, so you can share in the value you help create.
  • Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including generous parental leave, subsidised egg freezing, a home office allowance, and outstanding learning and development opportunities to support your growth.
  • Connect with colleagues from around the world at our Annual Global Gathering. We've celebrated together in Thailand, Vietnam, Bali and Dubai, and can't wait to meet in the Gold Coast, Australia, in September 2026.

Privacy and AI Notices

  • AI Notice: We’re AI-first, so may use AI tools to review your applications and support our early interviewing and hiring process. They help us cut the noise, surface great talent fast and make sure every candidate gets a fair, consistent experience.
  • We verify candidate identity and location as part of our hiring process.
  • Employment Hero celebrates diverse perspectives and experiences, we invite people of all backgrounds and identities to apply for this position.
  • At Employment Hero, we are committed to safeguarding the privacy of your application data. By applying to this role, you acknowledge our Applicant Privacy Policy made available here: employmenthero.com/legals/applicant-policy/.