About Zinkworks
Zinkworks partners with leading Telecommunications and Financial Services organizations to modernize legacy systems, migrate mission-critical platforms to the cloud, and engineer AI-driven automation.
From OSS transformation to rApp development and network intelligence, our teams simplify complexity and turn it into competitive advantage.
Based in Ireland and operating across the EU, UK, and US, Zinkworks combines deep domain expertise with delivery excellence to help clients modernize faster and operate smarter.
We are partnering with a major UK Telecommunications provider to deliver their flagship "Agentic AI" transformation program.
Operating from our Innovation Hub in Athlone, we are building a "CTO 2.0" ecosystem moving our client from legacy, manual workflows to an intelligent, automated operating model powered by Autonomous AI Agents.
This is not a theoretical R&D project; we are deploying production-grade Generative AI and Digital Twin solutions on Google Cloud Platform (GCP) to revolutionize critical infrastructure.
Our scope spans multiple high-impact domains, including:
Fixed Access Engineering
Core Network Engineering
Data Centre Sustainability
As the lead PO on this project, you will own a multi-stream backlog powering AI automation, platform engineering, and infrastructure optimisation.
Key Responsibilities
Own and prioritise a complex multi-stream product backlog.
Act as the operational bridge between BAs and Developers.
Define and communicate the product vision and roadmap.
Lead Sprint Planning, Reviews, and backlog refinement.
Validate completed work against acceptance criteria.
Maximise product value using data-driven decision-making.
Manage expectations with senior stakeholders.
Ensure compliance and regulatory alignment across product releases.
Must-Have Skills
Mastery of backlog grooming, dependency management, and prioritisation.
Deep expertise in Scrum and Kanban.
Ability to translate business needs into clear technical tasks.
Capability to manage cross-domain backlogs (AI, Cloud, Data).
Strong proficiency in JIRA, Confluence, and roadmapping tools.
Ability to set and enforce strict quality gates.
Decisive leadership and the ability to protect team focus.
Desirable Skills
Telecom domain knowledge (RAN, Core, OSS/BSS, Fixed Access).
AI/ML product experience (GenAI, Agentic Frameworks, Automation).
Understanding of Data Centre operations or sustainability initiatives.
Inclusion & Diversity at Zinkworks
At Zinkworks, we are deeply committed to fostering a culture of diversity, inclusion, and belonging.
We believe that our strength lies in the unique backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences of our team members.
By embracing an inclusive environment, we empower innovation and collaboration across all levels of our organisation.
Based in Ireland, we are proud to support and engage with our local communities through meaningful initiatives that promote equity and opportunity.
Our commitment extends beyond the workplace, as we actively contribute to creating a more inclusive and connected society for all.
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