Senior Technical Product Owner

Job Description

Who we are

We are a leading international Telco, serving millions of customers. At Vodafone, we believe that connectivity is a force for good. If we use it for the things that really matter, it can improve people's lives and the world around us. Through our technology we empower people, connecting everyone regardless of who they are or where they live and we protect the planet, whilst helping our customers do the same.

Belonging at Vodafone isn't a concept; it's lived, breathed, and cultivated through everything we do. You'll be part of a global and diverse community, with many different minds, abilities, backgrounds and cultures. ;We're committed to increase diversity, ensure equal representation, and make Vodafone a place everyone feels safe, valued and included.

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Together we can.

About this role

We are seeking a Product Owner who will collaborate with cross-functional teams to define and deliver innovative solutions. This role involves influencing without authority, building trust within the product team, and ensuring alignment with business objectives. You will act as the ambassador for the product, guiding development teams and stakeholders towards achieving outcome-driven goals

What you’ll do

• Serve as the primary contact for all product-related queries internally and externally.
• Define scope and create backlog items (epics, features, user stories) for agile development teams.
• Provide vision and direction to development teams and stakeholders.
• Identify user needs and translate them into business value.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to manage product releases.
• Maintain a prioritised backlog of user stories ready for implementation.
• Document business requirements and specifications for new products or processes.
• Work closely with developers and UX designers to bring ideas from concept to product.
• Solve product-related challenges and perform trade-off analysis to meet deliverables.

Who you are

• Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or equivalent education.
• Previous experience as a Product Owner 5 years above is a must
• English fluency C1 is a must
• Strong research, analytical, and communication skills.
• Digital-first mindset with a passion for user-centred design.
• Basic software development knowledge.

Not a perfect fit?

Worried that you don’t meet all the desired criteria exactly? At Vodafone we are passionate about empowering people and creating a workplace where everyone can thrive, whatever their personal or professional background. If you’re excited about this role but your experience doesn’t align exactly with every part of the job description, we encourage you to still apply as you may be the right candidate for this role or another opportunity.

What's in it for you

• Opportunity to work on innovative products and solutions.
• Exposure to agile methodologies and cross-functional collaboration.
• A dynamic environment that encourages creativity and problem-solving.

What skills you will learn

• Agile product management and backlog prioritisation.
• Stakeholder engagement and influencing without authority.
• End-to-end product lifecycle management.

Join Us

At Vodafone, we’re not just shaping the future of connectivity for our customers – we’re shaping the future for everyone who joins our team. When you work with us, you’re part of a global mission to connect people, solve complex challenges, and create a sustainable and more inclusive world. If you want to grow your career whilst finding the perfect balance between work and life, Vodafone offers the opportunities to help you belong and make a real impact.

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