Professional Scrum Product Owner II (PSPO II)
professionals in Germany, matched in minutes from over 15,000 CVs with the power of AI.PSPO II signals strong product ownership in complex Scrum settings: product vision, value-based decisions, stakeholder alignment, and ordering work for impact. Find vetted freelancers in Germany fast, with precise matching for Product Owners who can lead outcomes, not just backlogs.
Meet FRATCH Professional Scrum Product Owner II (PSPO II) in Germany
Thorsten Huber
Last position:
Product Owner, AI Manager at crazyALEX.de GmbH
Digitalization of real places with 3D/LiDAR scans to make spatial data usable for AI applications and derive concrete use cases and prototypes from it.
- Digital capture of real places as a basis for faster planning and analysis
- Browser-based access to 3D data for easier use and coordination
- Turning spatial data into concrete use cases, prototypes, and AI training scenarios
- Planning basis for urban development and other digital future applications
Keywords: LiDAR, 3D scan, AI, use cases, AI training, prototyping, Python, web development, data models, architecture
Frank Cappel
Last position:
Agile and classic Change Transformation Manager at Freelance Interim Manager | Transformation, Change & Procurement Consultant
- Industries: Energy, Telecommunications, Manufacturing
- Transformation & Change: Supported complex IT and digital transformation programs as Scrum Master, Agile Coach, Change Manager and RTE Consultant at Siemens Energy (global SAFe rollout), E.ON (sales technology platform), Schneider Electric (S/4HANA transformation DACH) and Vodafone (Operational Excellence)
- Agile Roles: Scrum Master, Agile Coach, Product Owner, Business Analyst, RTE Consultant in cross-functional and scaled teams (SAFe, Scrum, Spotify Model)
- Procurement Excellence: Strategic purchasing consulting with a focus on cost optimization, supplier management, digitalization and organizational development, including building supplier scorecard models, AI-supported procurement approaches and process automation in purchasing
- Managed functional leadership of interdisciplinary project teams of up to 12 people in national and international settings
- Successful launch of several global ARTs at Siemens Energy with improved coordination across sites
- Increased change acceptance and established communication structures in the S/4HANA program at Schneider Electric
- Introduced agile methods, OKR frameworks and KPI dashboards at E.ON, increasing velocity and transparency
- Reduced purchasing costs through strategic sourcing and supplier optimization
- Implemented process innovations in close cooperation with IT and business teams
Olcay Chasan
Last position:
OWI specialist process modernization at Junikom
Public sector, regulated environment with legal deadlines and interfaces to justice, finance offices, and authorities. Took over a software product, condition unknown. The handover reported 89 percent completion.
Description / Results:
Review of the current state showed only two months of remaining runtime until year-end. Stabilized the product base in four weeks, including setup. Process logic proven instead of estimated: 181 workflows with 28 steps each verified against the legacy system.
Harald Schraut
Last position:
IT Product Owner – eCommerce – Mechanical Engineering at Self-employed
- Responsible for further developing the web shop with focus on stability, security, and scalability
- Support the business in creating and evaluating requirements
- Technology: SAP Commerce Cloud, Adobe Experience Manager CMS (AEM), Solr Search, Adyen Payment Service Provider
- Tools: Confluence, Jira, Miro, ServiceNow
Katrin Ohlig
Last position:
Senior UX/UI Designer at Schott
- Requirements analysis
- UX solutions for smart manufacturing
- UI design including documentation and development handoff according to MUI
- Usability testing
Finn Röder
Last position:
PMO at ebm papst Mulfingen GmbH & Co. KG
- Program governance support: assisted in maintaining planning and resource utilization, ensuring alignment with scope, quality, and timeline constraints
- Meeting and communication strategy: facilitated organization of steering committees, working groups, and all-hands meetings; prepared materials, created meeting minutes, and coordinated logistics
- Project reporting and coordination: collaborated with project managers on comprehensive project deliverable reports and ensured effective communication across all levels
- Deliverables oversight: monitored and controlled project deliverables to meet program requirements
- Change initiative coordination: supported assessment of change impacts on the integrated program management plan
- Project management certifications: trained in Prince2, IPMA, certified Scrum Master, and Product Owner
- Problem-solving: proactively identified and resolved issues efficiently
- Analytical and organizational skills: exhibited strong analytical abilities and exceptional organizational skills in structured and unstructured environments
Tony Stubenrauch
Last position:
Interim Digital Excellence Manager at AstraZeneca
- Digital & Omnichannel Lead: advising various brand teams on digital marketing strategies
- Product Owner for several indication areas to further develop an HCP web portal and multiple patient websites
- Development, management, execution, and optimization of (automated) personalized omnichannel campaigns along the customer journey and funnel
- Project management and leadership
- Monitoring & reporting of the respective measures
- Design, moderation, and facilitation of workshops (brand planning, digital strategy, team workshops, including brand, tech, medical, sales, legal)
- Management of external service providers and agencies
- Close collaboration in a cross-functional team with medical, brand, and sales teams, including field sales
Timm Heimburger
Last position:
Agile Coach & Project Manager at Telefónica Germany GmbH & Co OHG
- Coaching of project participants
- Project management for numerous content migration projects for Telefónica Germany's telecom brands
- Development and reporting of performance metrics
- Promoting collaboration between content managers and UX writers
- Running retrospectives and integrating agile elements
- Team size: 23 people
- Technical environment: Jira, Confluence, Miro, Teams, Adobe Experience Manager, Figma
Rolf Wendolsky
Last position:
Agile Consultant at Lead.ai
- Introduced Agile-CCPM in an IT project agency focused on PHP-based content management systems.
- Prepared and conducted workshops to establish an agency-wide multiproject management system.
- Coordinated and supported agency partners.
- Coached the methodological framework.
- Collected, analyzed, and used organizational metrics to plan the next steps.
- Environment: OKR, CCPM, agile coaching, agile planning, agile metrics, workshopping, facilitation, change management, JIRA, Zoom, Slack, Miro.
Alexander Naumann
Last position:
Transition Manager at Volkswagen AG
- Preparation, moderation and follow-up of project regular meetings and planning days
- Documentation and tracking of planning and iteration goals, risks and decisions
- Prequalification of issues and requirements
- Creation and updating of stream-specific master plans
- Setup, configuration and maintenance of project documentation in Confluence and SharePoint
- Maintenance, analysis and preparation of quantitative and qualitative project progress in Jira and Confluence dashboards
- Creation of a Requirements Traceability Matrix (RTM)
- Preparation of recommendations for action and weekly project status reports for management and committees
- Design of future-proof project structures in the context of concurrent SAFe transformation
Marijn Scholtens
Last position:
Senior Software Engineer at Puls Security GmbH
Optimizing and acceleration of our Gitlab CI pipeline
Conceptual work for the PoC of the Zero Trust system
Extension of the policy-engine backend in Go
Extension of the policy-testing mechanism in Python
Architectural design of the PEP component of Zero Trust
Documentation of the product
Technologies: Zero Trust, Go, Python, Gitlab CI, Docker, JWT, Domain-Driven Design
Jonas Taulien
Last position:
IT Consultant at Bechtle AG
- Prequalified 200 demands within five weeks on the multi-cloud-commerce platform bechtle-clouds.com with three external consultants
- Served a dual role as project manager and requirements engineer for various enhancements
- Domain topics: reimplementation of Entra ID Sync, improvement of support processes, optimizations in the product catalog
- Demand and project management in ServiceNow
- Refinement of epics and stories with internal teams and external service providers
- Management of the external international service provider
Abhilasha Sharma
Last position:
Advisory Board at Intersteller Consulting GmbH
- Holds an advisory role in this startup on providing guidance on use of AI in product management to use Jira AI
- Working on real-world applications of AI tools like ChatGPT, Visual Studio, Augment, and Synthesia to enhance product management and user communication
Srijan Manish
Last position:
Senior Product Manager – Revenue Management at SIXT SE
- Built and scaled a data-science price engine across 8 EU markets, lifting fleet margin by ~2% on a €1.5B+ base
- Launched a generative-AI insights platform in 29 countries, cutting manual analysis by ~40% and driving weekly actions
- Led a hybrid team and aligned 100+ stakeholders to refine pricing logic and accelerate rollout across regions
- Set up KPI governance with WBR/MBR rhythms, reducing decision latency by ~30% across European pricing teams
Mario Kraus
Last position:
Agile Lead at EnBW
Supporting the agile transformation of about 1,000 IT employees
Coaching up to 10 leads at the L1 and L2 levels and multiple teams for the sustainable implementation of a value-driven agile approach
Developing and implementing new IT structures for functional units
AI evaluation projects and IT governance
Promoting interdisciplinary collaboration and continuous improvement
Contributing to the energy transition through innovative IT solutions
Implementing and establishing agile product teams in a corporate environment
High acceptance and engagement of employees for agile methods
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Professional Scrum Product Owner II (PSPO II) statistics
Aggregated from the professional profiles of matched freelancers.
Experience
16 years
Position duration
1.6 years
Positions per freelancer
12
Top business areas
Information Technology, Product Development, Project Management
Top industries
Information Technology, Retail, Manufacturing
Certification focus areas
Product Development, Project Management, Information Technology
Bachelor's degree or higher
90%
Master's degree or higher
57%
Doctorate
10%
Certifications per freelancer
11
Most common languages
German, English, French
Speak two or more languages
100%
Based on our profile pool as of 26 Aug 2026.
Daily rate distribution
The chart shows how the daily rates of freelancers holding this certification in Germany are distributed, based on recent contracts on our platform. Each bar covers a rate range — its height shows how many freelancers charge within that range.
Average rates for Professional Scrum Product Owner II (PSPO II) in Germany
Rates are based on recent contracts and do not include FRATCH margin.
The average daily rate is the mean of all daily rates from recent contracts of comparable freelancers on our platform.
The median daily rate is the middle value of all daily rates — half of comparable freelancers charge less, half charge more. Unlike the average, it is barely affected by outliers.
Calculated based on our freelancers’ daily rates as of 26 Aug 2026. Actual rates may vary depending on seniority level, experience, skill specialization, project complexity, and engagement length.
About the certification
What PSPO II means
Professional Scrum Product Owner II, or PSPO II, is Scrum.org’s advanced certification for Product Owners who work beyond the basics of Scrum. It shows that a person can make sound product decisions in complex environments, not just describe a backlog.
What it validates
- Product vision and clear product goals
- Value-based prioritization and trade-off decisions
- Stakeholder management across business and delivery teams
- Empirical product thinking in Scrum
- Backlog ordering that supports outcomes, not output
A freelancer with PSPO II is usually expected to work well where several interests compete and product choices need structure. The focus is on judgment, communication, and the ability to shape direction with the Scrum Team.
Typical holder profile
PSPO II is common among experienced Product Owners, product managers working in Scrum, and business leads who own digital products. Many have already worked in cross-functional teams and now need a signal of deeper product ownership skill.
In Germany, this profile is especially relevant for companies running agile product teams in software, IT services, platform work, and transformation projects. The certificate can be useful for both remote collaboration and on-site work when strong stakeholder communication is needed in English or German.
Skills behind it
- Creating and refining a product vision
- Shaping the Product Backlog around value and risk
- Working with stakeholders without losing product focus
- Understanding Scrum roles, events, and accountability
- Using metrics and feedback to guide product decisions
PSPO II is not about memorizing a process. It is about knowing when to push for clarity, when to adapt, and how to keep the team focused on useful increments.
What companies get
When you engage a freelancer with PSPO II, you are usually getting someone who can step into product ownership work with less supervision. That can help when a roadmap is unclear, stakeholder pressure is high, or a team needs better backlog direction.
For hiring managers, the certification is a strong sign that the freelancer understands Scrum.org’s view of product ownership and can apply it in real product situations. It is a practical marker for projects where product decisions shape delivery success.
Before you hire
PSPO II is best for freelancers who can explain product choices, not just describe Scrum terms. Strong candidates will be able to talk about outcomes, discovery, prioritization, and how they work with developers, designers, and business stakeholders.
For companies in Germany, it is worth checking whether the freelancer has experience in your language of work, your product domain, and your expected level of stakeholder contact. That matters as much as the certificate itself when the role includes workshops, planning, and day-to-day product decisions.
Frequently asked questions
Everything clients usually want to know about Professional Scrum Product Owner II (PSPO II), in one place.
Professional Scrum Product Owner II (PSPO II) validates advanced product ownership in Scrum. It shows that a freelancer can make product decisions, manage stakeholder expectations, and order work based on value rather than habit. It is a stronger signal than a basic introduction to Scrum because it reflects practical judgment in complex situations.
PSPO II goes beyond foundational Scrum knowledge. PSPO I is about core concepts and the Product Owner accountabilities, while PSPO II points to deeper experience with product strategy, trade-offs, and real-world decision-making. If you need someone to help shape direction, PSPO II is the more relevant signal.
Professional Scrum Product Owner II is a fit for experienced Product Owners, product managers, and business people who already work closely with Scrum Teams. It suits professionals who want to prove they can manage product value, not just keep a backlog updated. It is less useful for someone who is still learning the basics of Scrum.
Preparing for PSPO II usually means working through Scrum.org material, studying the Scrum Guide carefully, and reflecting on real product cases. Candidates should be able to explain why they chose a certain product approach and how they handled competing priorities. Practical experience matters more than memorizing terms.
There is no formal prerequisite for PSPO II. In practice, most people who succeed already have hands-on product ownership experience and a solid grasp of Scrum. That background helps because the exam expects applied thinking, not just theory.
PSPO II is one of Scrum.org’s certifications, and holders should keep their knowledge current as Scrum thinking and product practices evolve. Companies usually care less about the paperwork and more about whether the freelancer can still work effectively in modern Scrum product settings. It is wise to review current Scrum.org guidance before planning renewal or related learning.
PSPO II matters most in product-heavy work where priorities change often and stakeholder interests conflict. That includes software products, platform teams, digital transformation, and internal products with many users or sponsors. In Germany, it is especially useful when teams work across departments or need clear product ownership in distributed setups.
A freelancer holding PSPO II should be able to clarify product goals, shape the backlog, and support decisions with evidence. You can expect more than process knowledge; the person should help the team focus on outcomes and handle difficult product conversations. If the role is strategic or cross-functional, this certification is a strong sign.
The average hourly rate for freelancers with Professional Scrum Product Owner II (PSPO II) in Germany is 105 €, which corresponds to a daily rate of about 840 € based on an 8-hour working day.
Of the freelancers with Professional Scrum Product Owner II (PSPO II) in Germany, 90% hold at least a Bachelor's degree, 57% hold at least a Master's degree, and 10% hold a doctorate.
On average, freelancers with Professional Scrum Product Owner II (PSPO II) in Germany have 16 years of professional experience, with a single engagement typically lasting around 1.6 years.
The most common languages among freelancers with Professional Scrum Product Owner II (PSPO II) in Germany are German (100%), English (100%), and French (19%).
The most common industries among freelancers with Professional Scrum Product Owner II (PSPO II) in Germany are Information Technology (92%), Retail (65%), and Manufacturing (54%).
The most common business areas among freelancers with Professional Scrum Product Owner II (PSPO II) in Germany are Information Technology (100%), Product Development (96%), and Project Management (88%).
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