Product Owner

Job Title: Product Owner – Embedded Systems

Location: Portland OR

Role Overview

We are seeking an experienced Product Owner to support Automation and Infrastructure teams working on Kernel/QNX and Android platforms. The ideal candidate will work closely with engineering, automation, and program stakeholders to define product features, manage the product backlog, and ensure predictable delivery through Agile frameworks.

The role requires strong development-facing experience in embedded or automotive projects, enabling effective collaboration with engineering teams and minimizing ramp-up time.

Key Responsibilities

• Support Automation and Infrastructure teams working on Kernel/QNX and Android platforms.
• Define features and user stories with clear Definition of Done (DoD) and acceptance criteria.
• Ensure traceability between product features and product requirements.
• Prioritize and manage product backlog items for sprint planning.
• Work with engineering teams to refine backlog items for clarity and feasibility.
• Collaborate with Scrum Masters and Engineering Leads to ensure predictable Agile delivery.
• Coordinate with Automation Engineers to drive sprint iterations.
• Serve as a liaison between engineering teams and product/program stakeholders.
• Manage development lifecycle activities including development and validation coordination.
• Drive product execution while ensuring alignment with strategic program objectives.

Required Skills

• Experience working as a Product Owner in Embedded or Automotive projects.
• Strong knowledge of Agile / SAFe Agile frameworks.
• 3+ years experience with Jira for backlog management, grooming, and sprint planning.
• Experience using Jama for requirements and test plan management.
• Experience working with development and validation teams in embedded environments.
• Strong understanding of software development lifecycle (SDLC) and engineering processes.

Preferred Skills

• Experience working with QNX or Android-based embedded platforms.
• Experience with automation frameworks or infrastructure teams.
• Background in automotive infotainment, telematics, or embedded systems.