Product / Senior Product Owner

We are currently recruiting for dedicated and experienced Product / Senior Product Owners to join our team. The Product / Senior Product Owners will be responsible for defining, managing, and delivering value through our deep tech products. The ideal candidates will have a strong background in product management, excellent communication skills, and a passion for technology and innovation. 

The Product / Senior Product Owner will oversee the development of products from start to finish to ensure they meet the customer needs and preferences. Their main duties include determining the overall vision of products, deciding which features each product will have according to clients’ preferences and managing the entire development process. 

WHAT YOU’LL DO (Duties) 

• Product Vision: Develop and communicate the product vision and roadmap to all relevant stakeholders and team members. 

• Backlog Management: Create and prioritise a product backlog, ensuring the team is working on the highest value features. 

• User Stories: Define user stories and acceptance criteria, ensuring they are clearly understood by the Development Team. 

• Stakeholder Collaboration: Work closely with stakeholders and customers to identify and understand their needs and translate these into product requirements. 

• Development Oversight: Work closely with the Development and Technology Team throughout the product development process, providing clarification and direction where needed. 

• Quality Assurance: Review and accept completed work, ensuring it meets the defined acceptance criteria and overall quality standards. 

• Performance Monitoring: Measure and report on product performance and progress towards strategic goals. 

• Feedback Integration: Continuously gather feedback from users and stakeholders to inform future product decisions. 

• Conflict Resolution: Resolve conflicts and remove obstacles that may affect the team’s ability to meet project objectives. 

Requirements

WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR (Experience) 

• Proven experience as a Product / Senior Product Owner or similar role in product management. 

• Strong understanding of Agile methodologies and product lifecycle management. 

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. 

• Customer centric focus 

• Ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams and work independently. 

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. 

• Experience with user-centered design and research methodologies is a plus. 

Deadline for Applications: Friday 11th July

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 are part of the Catapult network and we are actively committed to our Inclusivity in Innovation Charter, about which you can find out more here .

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;
• 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.