This is a remote position.
We are seeking a Product Owner to lead the strategic direction and lifecycle of a new developer platform for an enterprise energy client. You will be responsible for bridging the gap between high-level programme goals and technical execution ensuring the delivery of robust cloud-native solutions.
This is a full-time contract position offering a daily rate. The role is primarily remote-based with English as the sole language requirement and only occasional onsite visits to Germany required to collaborate with key stakeholders.
Responsibilities
Product Strategy and Portfolio Management
Define and drive the product strategy in close coordination with cross-functional stakeholders to ensure alignment with broader programme objectives.
Consult across various domains to identify and manage technical dependencies and interfaces.
Ensure all contributors remain aligned with the strategic direction maintaining consistent priorities across all workstreams.
Monitor interdependencies and provide comprehensive documentation to support informed data-driven decision-making.
Product and Release Specifications
Collaborate with platform leads and delivery teams to define refine and maintain detailed product and release specifications.
Review all specifications alongside architectural leads to ensure full compliance with technical standards and architectural principles.
Oversee the implementation of these specifications ensuring they meet end-user requirements and deliver high-value outcomes.
Backlog Management and Documentation
Own and maintain the product backlog including the creation of features requirements and user stories within Jira and Confluence.
Provide absolute clarity to stakeholders regarding project scope objectives and expected delivery outcomes.
Document technical context and interdependencies to ensure a transparent coherent and structured implementation process.
Requirements
Extensive experience as a Product Owner or Senior Engineer within large-scale complex organisational environments.
Proven track record in building developer platforms CI/CD pipelines and observability frameworks for cloud-native applications.
Direct experience working within high-availability or critical infrastructure environments (e.g. large-scale utilities or energy system operations).
Strong background in hands-on engineering specifically providing tooling to support the full software development lifecycle (SDLC).
Expertise in Agile methodologies including practical experience leading sprint and quarterly planning sessions.
Proficiency in product management tools specifically Jira and Confluence for backlog grooming and roadmap visualisations.
Ability to produce high-quality product artifacts including roadmaps specifications and feature backlogs.
Technical familiarity with cloud services (AWS GCP or Azure) Kubernetes and IAM/RBAC frameworks.
Excellent communication skills in English (minimum B2 level) with the ability to tailor technical information for diverse audiences.
Eligibility Residency in the EU EEC UK or Switzerland.
Benefits
As a freelancer / contractor with us you will enjoy flexible working hours and the freedom to choose your own projects. Our platform gives you access to exciting projects in various industries and supports you in advancing your career. Youll benefit from competitive pay and a dedicated team to help you with any questions you may have. Work independently and utilise our strong network to achieve your professional goals.
Required Skills:
Extensive experience as a Product Owner or Senior Engineer within large-scale complex organisational environments. Proven track record in building developer platforms CI/CD pipelines and observability frameworks for cloud-native applications. Direct experience working within high-availability or critical infrastructure environments (e.g. large-scale utilities or energy system operations). Strong background in hands-on engineering specifically providing tooling to support the full software development lifecycle (SDLC). Expertise in Agile methodologies including practical experience leading sprint and quarterly planning sessions. Proficiency in product management tools specifically Jira and Confluence for backlog grooming and roadmap visualisations. Ability to produce high-quality product artifacts including roadmaps specifications and feature backlogs. Technical familiarity with cloud services (AWS GCP or Azure) Kubernetes and IAM/RBAC frameworks. Excellent communication skills in English (minimum B2 level) with the ability to tailor technical information for diverse audiences. Eligibility Residency in the EU EEC UK or Switzerland.
This is a remote position.We are seeking a Product Owner to lead the strategic direction and lifecycle of a new developer platform for an enterprise energy client. You will be responsible for bridging the gap between high-level programme goals and technical execution ensuring the delivery of robu...
This is a remote position.
We are seeking a Product Owner to lead the strategic direction and lifecycle of a new developer platform for an enterprise energy client. You will be responsible for bridging the gap between high-level programme goals and technical execution ensuring the delivery of robust cloud-native solutions.
This is a full-time contract position offering a daily rate. The role is primarily remote-based with English as the sole language requirement and only occasional onsite visits to Germany required to collaborate with key stakeholders.
Responsibilities
Product Strategy and Portfolio Management
Define and drive the product strategy in close coordination with cross-functional stakeholders to ensure alignment with broader programme objectives.
Consult across various domains to identify and manage technical dependencies and interfaces.
Ensure all contributors remain aligned with the strategic direction maintaining consistent priorities across all workstreams.
Monitor interdependencies and provide comprehensive documentation to support informed data-driven decision-making.
Product and Release Specifications
Collaborate with platform leads and delivery teams to define refine and maintain detailed product and release specifications.
Review all specifications alongside architectural leads to ensure full compliance with technical standards and architectural principles.
Oversee the implementation of these specifications ensuring they meet end-user requirements and deliver high-value outcomes.
Backlog Management and Documentation
Own and maintain the product backlog including the creation of features requirements and user stories within Jira and Confluence.
Provide absolute clarity to stakeholders regarding project scope objectives and expected delivery outcomes.
Document technical context and interdependencies to ensure a transparent coherent and structured implementation process.
Requirements
Extensive experience as a Product Owner or Senior Engineer within large-scale complex organisational environments.
Proven track record in building developer platforms CI/CD pipelines and observability frameworks for cloud-native applications.
Direct experience working within high-availability or critical infrastructure environments (e.g. large-scale utilities or energy system operations).
Strong background in hands-on engineering specifically providing tooling to support the full software development lifecycle (SDLC).
Expertise in Agile methodologies including practical experience leading sprint and quarterly planning sessions.
Proficiency in product management tools specifically Jira and Confluence for backlog grooming and roadmap visualisations.
Ability to produce high-quality product artifacts including roadmaps specifications and feature backlogs.
Technical familiarity with cloud services (AWS GCP or Azure) Kubernetes and IAM/RBAC frameworks.
Excellent communication skills in English (minimum B2 level) with the ability to tailor technical information for diverse audiences.
Eligibility Residency in the EU EEC UK or Switzerland.
Benefits
As a freelancer / contractor with us you will enjoy flexible working hours and the freedom to choose your own projects. Our platform gives you access to exciting projects in various industries and supports you in advancing your career. Youll benefit from competitive pay and a dedicated team to help you with any questions you may have. Work independently and utilise our strong network to achieve your professional goals.
Required Skills:
Extensive experience as a Product Owner or Senior Engineer within large-scale complex organisational environments. Proven track record in building developer platforms CI/CD pipelines and observability frameworks for cloud-native applications. Direct experience working within high-availability or critical infrastructure environments (e.g. large-scale utilities or energy system operations). Strong background in hands-on engineering specifically providing tooling to support the full software development lifecycle (SDLC). Expertise in Agile methodologies including practical experience leading sprint and quarterly planning sessions. Proficiency in product management tools specifically Jira and Confluence for backlog grooming and roadmap visualisations. Ability to produce high-quality product artifacts including roadmaps specifications and feature backlogs. Technical familiarity with cloud services (AWS GCP or Azure) Kubernetes and IAM/RBAC frameworks. Excellent communication skills in English (minimum B2 level) with the ability to tailor technical information for diverse audiences. Eligibility Residency in the EU EEC UK or Switzerland.
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