Senior Software Technical Lead - Product Owner (VOIS)

## 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 3rd 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. #VOIS #BeUnrivalled #CreateTheFuture ## 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. ## Alert Apply for Vodafone jobs only through the official Vodafone Careers website to avoid job scams and fraud. #JDEnhancedByTARA ## Follow us on social media ### * LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/vois/ * Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/voisglobal * Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/voisglobal/ * You can also chat with our employees to learn more about our projects: https://lnkd.in/dpkrcvR2