Senior Software Technical Lead Product Owner
Who we are
VOIS (Vodafone Intelligent Solutions) is a strategic arm of Vodafone Group Plc, creating value for customers by delivering intelligent solutions through talent, technology & transformation.
As the largest shared services organisation in the global telco industry with 30,000 FTE, our portfolio of next-generation solutions and services are designed in partnership with customers across Vodafone Group, local markets, and partner markets to simplify and drive growth. With our strategic partner Accenture, we work alongside our Vodafone customers, other telco and tech companies to drive transformation, meet the challenges of our industry and ensure we stay relevant and resilient. This partnership is a unique, industry-first model which brings together the best of in-house and third party capability.
We work with customers across 28 countries from 10 VOIS locations: Albania, Egypt, Hungary, India, Romania, Spain, Turkey, UK, Germany, Ireland, and with a network of teams in Czech Republic, Italy, Greece, and Portugal.
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About this role
We are seeking a Technical Product Owner who can effectively bridge business needs and technical delivery, ensuring high-quality, scalable solutions aligned with organisational objectives. This role will lead product roadmap delivery, drive technical planning, and collaborate closely with engineering teams to translate requirements into robust technical solutions while maintaining a strong focus on customer value, product quality, and continuous improvement.
What you’ll do
Own and manage the product backlog, defining, prioritising, and communicating a clear product vision
Translate business requirements into technical solutions through close collaboration with development teams
Lead sprint planning sessions, ensuring alignment between tasks and product goals
Drive product strategy, balancing technical debt, feature delivery, and customer needs
Communicate progress, risks, and technical challenges with stakeholders in a clear and structured manner
Technical Guidance & Planning:
Ensure technical designs follow best practices and meet customer requirements
Collaborate with technical teams on architecture decisions and tool selection
Promote a strong understanding of product technical needs across the team
Foster innovation and continuous improvement within the product and technical landscape
Coaching & Team Leadership:
Guide teams in aligning business priorities with technical delivery
Provide technical mentorship and support to enable effective execution
Encourage a collaborative, inclusive team environment
Quality Control:
Ensure high-quality deliverables through code reviews and adherence to development standards
Promote best practices such as unit and integration testing
Maintain focus on product maintainability and scalability
Reporting & Communication:
Provide regular product and delivery updates to stakeholders
Ensure alignment between business goals and product development
Escalate risks and challenges proactively
Commitment to Product Success:
Deliver features on time, within scope, and aligned with business objectives
Adapt to evolving requirements and timelines to ensure successful outcomes
Who you are
An experienced technical professional with strong expertise in Object-Oriented Programming (Java, Spring Boot)
Proficient in design principles such as SOLID and common design patterns
Skilled in Microservices Architecture and cloud platforms (AWS, Azure)
Experienced with RESTful APIs, SOAP web services, and Spring ecosystem tools
Knowledgeable in CI/CD pipelines (Jenkins, Git, Docker, Kubernetes)
Familiar with caching and performance tuning tools such as Redis and ElasticSearch
Exposure to big data technologies including Kafka and NoSQL databases
Experienced in testing frameworks including unit, integration, and BDD approaches
Product Ownership Skills:
Strong understanding of Agile methodologies (Scrum/Kanban) and sprint execution
Ability to translate business requirements into actionable technical tasks
Experience in backlog prioritisation and product lifecycle management
Capable of balancing feature delivery with technical debt
Experience & Education:
Demonstrated experience in technical roles, including software development
Prior experience in a product ownership or similar role is beneficial
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field
Core Capabilities:
Strong communication skills with the ability to engage both technical and non-technical stakeholders
Ability to manage multiple priorities effectively and remain composed under pressure
Proactive approach to problem-solving and continuous improvement
Leadership and mentoring capability to support team success
Not a perfect fit?
Concerned you may not meet every requirement? Vodafone is committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive. If you are excited about this role but your experience does not align exactly with every aspect of the job description, you are encouraged to apply. You may be the right candidate for this or another opportunity, and the recruitment team will support you in exploring where your skills fit best.
What's in it for you
Opportunity to work on large-scale, global products within a leading telecommunications organisation
Exposure to modern technologies and cloud-based architectures
Collaborative and inclusive work environment focused on innovation
Opportunities to influence product strategy and technical direction
Continuous learning through cross-functional collaboration and complex product challenges
What skills you will learn
Advanced product ownership and stakeholder management skills
Deep expertise in scalable microservices and cloud-native solutions
Enhanced leadership and team collaboration abilities
Strategic thinking in balancing technical debt and product delivery
Exposure to cutting-edge tools, frameworks, and enterprise-level systems
VOIS Equal Opportunity Employer Commitment
Vodafone recognises and celebrates the value of diversity in building a workforce that reflects the customers and communities it serves. No form of discrimination is tolerated. This includes, but is not limited to, discrimination based on race, colour, age, veteran status, gender, pregnancy, maternity or parental status, ethnicity, disability, religion or belief, political affiliation, trade union membership, nationality, citizenship, indigenous status, medical condition, HIV status, neurodiversity, social origin, cultural background, marital or civil partnership status, or socio-economic background.
Join us
At Vodafone, we’re working hard to build a better future. A more connected, inclusive and sustainable world. As a dynamic global community, it's our human spirit, together with technology, that empowers us to achieve this.
We challenge and innovate in order to connect people, businesses, and communities across the world. Delighting our customers and earning their loyalty drive us, and we experiment, learn fast and get it done, together.
With us, you can truly be yourself and belong, share inspiration, embrace new opportunities, thrive, and make a real difference.
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