Software Product Owner
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At Argotec, we build the most innovative, sustainable, and reliable space solutions and missions. Our horizons range from small satellites for low Earth orbit and deep space to cutting-edge technologies designed to enhance the comfort of astronauts, space explorers, and space tourists. Our expertise leads us to design, build, and operate our own products entirely in-house. That means every part of our designs comes to life in our laboratories.
Role Description
To support the Company increasing number of projects and business opportunities, we are looking for a Software Product Owner for our flight software teams, targeting products, such as small satellite platforms for a variety of space applications, avionics systems such as on-board computers, radios and others.
As a Software Product Owner within our Software Unit, you will be a key player in defining and delivering the flight software for Argotec’s space missions. You will gather user and business requirements, develop a clear product vision, and guide development teams to create high-quality software solutions for our products. Collaborating closely with other Product Owners, you will contribute to shaping the mission vision while coordinating efforts across multidisciplinary teams.
Here are some example activities that you may work on:
* Define flight software use cases and high-level requirements
* Write clear, well-structured epics and user stories aligned with Agile best practices
* Manage and prioritize the product backlog, ensuring continuous refinement and alignment with business goals
* Collaborate with Product/Project Managers, Technical Leaders, and stakeholders to understand requirements and envision innovative product solutions
* Incorporate stakeholder feedback to enhance product quality and functionality
* Communicate product development status, roadmaps, and challenges clearly and effectively to internal and external stakeholders
* Review technical documentation produced by the development team
* Ensure clarity on priorities, milestones, and objectives for the development team
* Identify and mitigate product-related risks proactively
* Manage competing priorities in a dynamic and fast-paced environment
* Participate in the continuous improvement processes within the team
* Mentor and coach junior Product Owners, fostering growth and effectiveness in their roles.
Who We Are Looking For
If you are passionate about innovation and developing high-performance products in a dynamic environment, we want to hear from you. We are after individuals curious about technology, eager to learn, and open-minded to be part of a team dedicated to shaping the future of space exploration.
We consider these general skills and experience valuable for this role:
* 3+ years of experience as an Agile Product Owner within software teams
* Strong understanding of Agile principles, methodologies, and best practices
* Solid knowledge of the software development lifecycle
* Proficiency with Agile project management tools (e.g., Jira)
* Ability to translate business requirements into technical features and vice versa, with a customer-oriented approach
* Familiarity with defining and tracking Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) to measure product value and performance
* Experience in leveraging data analytics techniques and tools for a data-driven decision making approach
* Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills
* Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
* Continuous learning attitude
* Excellent attitude for teamwork and cooperation
* Adaptability to shifting requirements and stakeholders needs
* Ability to listen and understand, willingness to share information
* Proficiency in English, both written and spoken
We consider the experience in the following fields a plus:
* Degree in Computer Science, Engineering or Scientific discipline (or equivalent professional experience in software development environments)
* Previous experience in any embedded-software related industry
* Exposure to safety/mission-critical software development practices
* Understanding of cybersecurity principles in software applications
* Knowledge of space or avionic systems
* Previous experience with Confluence for knowledge sharing
* Familiarity with CI/CD tools and processes
* Knowledge of scripting languages (e.g. Python)
This announcement is aimed at both sexes, under laws 903/77 and 125/91, and to people of all ages and all nationalities, under legislative decrees 215/03 and 216/03.
Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Product Management and Marketing
Industries
Aviation and Aerospace Component Manufacturing
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