About the Job:
We are seeking an experienced Technical Product Owner to lead the development of innovative products in Post-Quantum Cryptography (PQC), including data security, secure communication, and identity management solutions. The ideal candidate will bridge technical and business objectives to deliver cutting-edge security products that address the evolving needs of business and government customers.
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Responsibilities:
- Product Development Leadership: Serve as the primary link between technical development and business goals, providing guidance and aligning objectives through well-defined features and user stories.
- Stakeholder Communication: Ensure transparency and clarity with all stakeholders by translating technical requirements and aligning them with business needs throughout the product lifecycle.
- User Story Creation: Convert customer requirements into actionable user stories and acceptance criteria, ensuring clear expectations for the development team.
- Backlog Management: Build and manage the product backlog, breaking down high-level epics into actionable stories in collaboration with cross-functional teams.
- Agile Process Execution: Lead Agile processes, including sprint planning, backlog refinement, and daily stand-ups, fostering continuous improvement within the team.
- Release Planning & Support: Oversee release planning and collaborate with R&D teams on project estimates and timelines, monitoring progress to meet deadlines.
- Documentation & Technical Design: Document functional designs and technical specifications, ensuring clear communication of complex features.
- Collaboration & Support: Spend 50% of your time with development teams to provide direction, remove roadblocks, and keep product development aligned with business goals.
Requirements:
- Experience: Extensive experience as a Product Owner, ideally in cybersecurity, encryption, or identity management, with expertise in Lean Agile, Scrum, or Kanban methodologies.
- Technical Knowledge: Familiarity with PQC, cryptographic protocols, and identity management systems. A background in encryption technologies is an asset.
- Industry Certifications: CSPO, CSM, AWS, PMP, or other relevant certifications are a plus.
- Communication Skills: Strong ability to lead technical discussions and present complex concepts clearly and concisely.
- Leadership: Proven experience managing complex projects, resolving conflicts, and ensuring alignment with organizational goals.
Preferred Experience:
- Knowledge of PKI, encryption key lifecycle management, and secure communication protocols.
- Familiarity with DevOps and experience managing code through version control systems.
- Experience with compliance-focused product development (e.g., GDPR, data sovereignty).
This is a unique opportunity for a skilled Technical Product Owner to contribute to pioneering solutions in Post-Quantum Cryptography and Cybersecurity.
