Product Owner

Define and maintain a prioritised and well-groomed product backlog.

Work in close partnership with the engineering delivery team, participating in sprint planning and making decisions when re-prioritisation or requirement changes arise.

Act as owner and champion for the product, setting appropriate product development methods, tools, and techniques.

Collaborate with users, customer stakeholders, and internal teams to shape priorities and ensure the product remains operationally relevant.

Analyse user research and feedback, elicit requirements, and translate operational needs into clear, actionable user stories.

Liaise with customers, users, and internal stakeholders, acting as advocate for both the user and the business.

Monitor and summarise changes in relevant legislation, including MOD standards and export regulations.

Ensure each release is functional, relevant, and ready for its intended operational environment.

Experience in a Product Owner or similar role within software development.

Experience with Agile/Scrum methodologies and working in cross-functional teams.

Proven experience managing the full lifecycle of software products, from ideation to release, with a focus on iterative development and continuous delivery.

Demonstrated ability to break down requirements into manageable tasks and features, ensuring traceability.

Strong stakeholder management and communication skills, capable of bridging the gap between technical and non-technical teams.

Strong leadership skills, with the ability to inspire and guide teams toward a shared product vision.

Familiarity with UX/UI design principles and wireframing tools (e.g. Figma, Sketch, Adobe XD).

Knowledge of Jira and other product management tools for workflow management and sprint planning.

Eligible for or already hold SC clearance.

Background in public sector, defence, or government settings.

A technical background that allows you to help shape technical requirements.

Familiarity with MOD standards and defence acquisition processes.

Prior experience in a fast-paced engineering or technology-driven environment.

You are passionate about technology and creating products that people want to use.

You put the user first, creating experiences that help people work effectively in demanding environments.

You are flexible, adaptable, and comfortable dealing with ambiguity and evolving requirements.

You have strong analytical, problem-solving, and organisational skills, and you can translate complex operational needs into clear product decisions.

You have strong written and verbal communication skills and are comfortable articulating your vision, documenting product knowledge, and engaging with both technical and non-technical audiences.

You are mission-focused and committed to delivering value where it matters.