Software Application Owner

This is a key role within the business; you will work with Product Owners, Designers, Data Scientists, Engineers and other business stakeholders to understand the vision for our software and bring it to life in the most valuable way. You will create user stories, groom, populate and own the backlog, take account of user insights and market demands, report on performance and assist in the development of new product propositions. Your focus will be working within an Agile squad to develop software for Digital Catapult’s products and services. You will apply your software ownership skills and experience to a range of Digital Catapult projects which include future networks (IoT and 5G), Immersive, DLT and Artificial Intelligence. This is an opportunity to work within a fast moving and ambitious organisation working at the forefront of some of the latest digital technologies. 

This Role is a 12-Month Fixed Term Contract

WHAT YOU’LL DO (Duties) 

• Define and manage scoping, requirements definition and prioritisation of our Software offerings 

• Facilitate input from stakeholders, provide constructive challenge and enable effective prioritisation of requirements.

• Establish requirements baselines and obtain formal agreement to requirements 

• Engage with delivery teams to confirm that products developed meet the service acceptance criteria and are to the required standard 

• Enhance practices and processes to collect and report on management information relating to the performance of our products 

• Be a true evangelist for application of user insights in the whole product lifecycle 

Requirements

WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR (Experience) 

• Hands-on experience working as an Application Owner in an Agile development environment

• Friendly and approachable people who have experience managing a variety of stakeholders 

• Previous experience creating and working on products built on deep tech 

• Passion for cutting edge digital technology 

Deadline for Applications: Friday 13th June @ 5pm

Commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion 

We recognise and value the advantages and opportunities that come with having people from diverse backgrounds working with us and it is our ambition to build an organisation which is representative and reflective of UK society.  

We welcome applications from neurodivergent candidates, candidates from minority and underrepresented groups and from candidates with more or less experience, provided the requisite skills can be demonstrated. 

As members of the Disability Confident Scheme, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the vacancy. Please do speak with us about adjustments that could support you through our interview process. 

Digital Catapult is an equal opportunities employer. 

Benefits

• We are in the UK’s Top 100 Best Workplaces and placed in the UK’s Best Workplaces in Tech and Large Organisations.
• Digital Catapult is a Disability Confident Committed Level 1 Employer.
• Excellent holiday package: 25 days annual leave, Bank Holidays and 3 days between Christmas and New Year:
• Double-matched pension up to 10% of your salary;
• 4% of your salary to use towards selecting benefits that work for you, including health cash plan, Private Medical Insurance; buying holiday, topping up your pension;
• Discretionary Company Bonus
• E-Vehicle Scheme; Cycle2Work; Tech Scheme; Gym Discounts; Give As you Earn; PerkPal;
• Life insurance 4x salary;
• Free to access EAP & Financial Wellbeing advice;
• Enhanced maternity and paternity leave;
• Hybrid working - with great offices to work from 2 days per week with some roles needing to be onsite more regularly to ensure the successful delivery of our work;
• Investment in your ongoing learning and development with us;
• Company social events throughout the year and free office snacks!

We have a vibrant and engaging culture where all voices are heard and a variety of employee led affinity groups who champion initiatives and provide opportunities for feedback to be shared.

We use moments in the year to educate everyone at Digital Catapult on different aspects of Equity, Diversity and Inclusion and to raise awareness.

We also enjoy socialising and having fun together through a variety of company-wide events held throughout the year including our football team, running and climbing groups and volunteering activities.