Job Title:
Software Product Owner
Location:
Remote (Ireland-based)
Type:
Full-time
About the Role
We are seeking an experienced
Software Product Owner
to join our team. You will play a key role in driving product development and delivery, working closely with stakeholders, business teams, and development squads. This position is remote, but applicants must be based in
Ireland
.
Key Responsibilities
* Own and manage the
product backlog
, ensuring it is clearly defined, prioritised, and aligned with business goals.
* Translate business requirements into well-structured
user stories
and
acceptance criteria
.
* Collaborate with stakeholders to understand business needs and communicate the product vision.
* Work closely with Agile teams, ensuring alignment with
SAFe (Scaled Agile Framework)
practices.
* Participate in
PI (Program Increment) planning
, sprint planning, backlog refinement, and reviews.
* Ensure features deliver real business value, balancing customer needs, technical feasibility, and delivery timelines.
* Act as the key decision-maker on product functionality and priority within the team.
* Monitor delivery progress and adjust backlog priorities as needed.
* Advocate for
agile ways of working
and contribute to continuous improvement within teams.
Requirements
* Proven experience as a
Product Owner
in a software development environment.
* Strong understanding and practical experience with
Agile methodologies
and
SAFe
.
* Experience collaborating with cross-functional teams, including developers, testers, UX, and business stakeholders.
* Previous experience working in Software Development
* Excellent communication and facilitation skills, with the ability to articulate vision and priorities.
* Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
* Ability to work independently while staying connected to a distributed team.
* Must be
based in Ireland
with the right to work.
Nice to Have
* Background in software engineering, business analysis, or product management.
* Experience with tools such as
Jira
,
Confluence
, or similar.
* Familiarity with cloud technologies and SaaS products.
* Relevant certifications (e.g.,
Certified SAFe Product Owner/Product Manager (POPM)
,
CSPO
).