Technical Product Manager - Transport (6 months FTC)

• Demonstrated experience as a Technical Product Manager, working in a modern software or product organisation
• Proven ability to create and manage backlogs, writing clear user stories with concise and detailed acceptance criteria
• Capable of prioritising features, requirements, and tasks based on customer needs, business goals, and technical feasibility
• Strong technical background with experience in software development · Competency to participate in technical discussions, code reviews, and architecture decisions
• Continuously seeking to understand customer needs, pain points, and motivations to develop products that meet customer requirements and deliver value
• Strong analytical skills to collect, analyse, and interpret data to inform product decisions
• Ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams, including engineering, design, marketing, sales, and customer success
• Flexible to adapt to changing market conditions, customer needs, and business priorities
• Strong problem-solving skills to overcome technical, business, and customer challenges
• Operates with Agile development methodologies, such as Scrum or Kanban, to manage product development and collaborate with engineering teams
• Understanding of programming concepts, including data structures, algorithms, and software design patterns
• Knowledge of technical architecture, including system design, scalability, and performance optimisation
• Proven ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams, including engineering, commercial teams, and senior management
• Experience leading geographically distributed teams
• Experience with market research, competitive analysis, and market trend analysis
• Familiarity with UX design principles and human-centred design methodologies
• Experience with cloud-based technologies, such as SaaS, PaaS, or IaaS
• Familiarity with cloud computing platforms, including AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud
• Experience with agile development methodologies, including Scrum, Kanban, or Lean

We Want You to Bring Your Whole Self to Work There is no such thing as the perfect candidate, so if you think you have what it takes but don't necessarily meet every single point on the list above, please still get in touch.

We'd love to have a chat and see if you could be a great fit.

Why You'll Love Working with Us As a company, we're passionate about what we do and the citizens we serve.

If you, too, want to champion the use of technology in public services to improve outcomes for citizens and public sector organizations, then Civica is the right place for you.

We will help you unlock the best version of yourself, achieve career growth, and make a real difference to people and communities.

We know that when our people are happy, they work better and have greater job satisfaction.

Here's what you can expect:

✔ 25 Days Annual Leave + bank holidays – plus the option to buy up to 10 extra days! ✔ Days of Difference – Up to 3 extra days off for volunteering.

✔ Pension Contributions – 5% employer match to support your future. ✔ Income Protection – Up to 75% salary cover for long-term illness. ✔ Life Assurance – 4x salary tax-free lump sum. ✔ Critical Illness Cover – £25,000 lump sum (extendable to dependents).

✔ Private Medical Insurance – Fast access to private healthcare. ✔ Health Cash Plan – Claim back physio, therapies & more. ✔ Dental Insurance – Cover for routine & emergency care. ✔ Affinity Groups – Join employee-led communities. ✔ Bounty Bonus – Refer a friend & get rewarded.

At Civica, we are committed to building an inclusive and diverse workplace where everyone feels valued and supported.

We believe that a variety of perspectives drives innovation and excellence, and we welcome applicants from all backgrounds, cultures, and experiences.

We are an equal opportunity employer.

We do not discriminate based on race, ethnicity, religion, gender, sexual orientation, disability, age, or any other legally protected characteristic.

Our recruitment process is designed to ensure fairness and transparency, so every candidate has an equal chance to contribute to our mission.

If you need any adjustments or accommodations to participate in our recruitment process, please let us know.

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