0323 Sub-Product Owner

ROLE & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Manage a clearly defined product scope including development, operation and continuous improvement of software or IT solutions.
• Continuously prioritise and maintain the product backlog aligned with customer requirements, market trends and organisational goals.
• Ensure backlog items are well-defined with clear acceptance criteria and a definition of done. Evaluate developed product scope and decide on release or rework based on defined criteria.
• Distribute resources across feature teams to maximize customer value and meet strategic objectives. Guide and support technical teams, serving as the technical point of contact for Product Owners and Line Managers.
• Collaborate with AG business and IT Product Owners and cross-country colleagues to align product direction.
• Monitor team progress, ensure timely completion of user stories, and escalate Sub Product risks as needed. Forecast and plan for resources, infrastructure and licenses in coordination with Product Owner and Line Manager.
• Support operational stability, troubleshoot and optimize processes to maintain production quality.
• Support internal change processes and further develop IT-relevant processes and agile working models. Promote efficiency and effective self-organization within teams and support measures to improve team dynamics.

QUALIFICATIONS/EXPERIENCE:

• 10+ years of experience in IT or an IT degree and/or a relevant professional qualification.
• Demonstrable experience in Sub Product or Product Owner roles, agile delivery and stakeholder management. Hands-on experience or understanding of software development, DevOps practices and production support responsibilities.