Product Owner_Manager_Pune/Bangalore
About _VOIS
In 2009, _VOIS started operating in India and now has established global delivery centers in Pune, Bangalore and Ahmedabad. With more than 14,500 employees, _VOIS India supports global markets and group functions of Vodafone, and delivers best-in-class customer experience through multi-functional services in the areas of Information Technology, Networks, Business Intelligence and Analytics, Digital Business Solutions (Robotics & AI), Commercial Operations (Consumer & Business), Intelligent Operations, Finance Operations, Supply Chain Operations and HR Operations and more.
About _VOIS India
_VOIS (Vodafone Intelligent Solutions) is a strategic arm of Vodafone Group Plc, creating value and enhancing quality and efficiency across 28 countries, and operating from 7 locations: Albania, Egypt, Hungary, India, Romania, Spain and the UK.Over 29,000 highly skilled individuals are dedicated to being Vodafone Group’s partner of choice for talent, technology, and transformation. We deliver the best services across IT, Business Intelligence Services, Customer Operations, Business Operations, HR, Finance, Supply Chain, HR Operations, and many more.Established in 2006, _VOIS has evolved into a global, multi-functional organization, a Centre of Excellence for Intelligent Solutions focused on adding value and delivering business outcomes for Vodafone.
Role Purpose:
As a Product Owner in a SAFe Agile environment, you will be responsible for maximizing the value of telecom application products developed by Agile teams. You will act as the primary liaison between business stakeholders and development teams, ensuring that the product backlog is aligned with strategic goals and customer needs. This role demands a strong understanding of telecom systems, agile delivery, and cross-functional collaboration.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Backlog Ownership & Prioritization:
- Define, refine, and prioritize the team backlog in alignment with business goals and customer needs.
- Translate highlevel product features into detailed user stories and acceptance criteria.
- Ensure backlog items are visible, transparent, and understood by all stakeholders.
2. Stakeholder Engagement:
- Collaborate with Business Product Managers, Architects, and Operations to shape the product roadmap.
- Act as the voice of the customer and business within the Agile Release Train (ART).
- Participate in PI (Program Increment) Planning and other SAFe ceremonies.
Desirable Certifications:
Certified SAFe Product Owner/Product Manager (POPM)
Certified Scrum Product Owner (CSPO)
Agile Business Analyst or equivalent
_VOIS Equal Opportunity Employer Commitment
_VOIS is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. We celebrate differences and we welcome and value diverse people and insights. We believe that being authentically human and inclusive powers our employees’ growth and enables them to create a positive impact on themselves and society. We do not discriminate based on age, color, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), gender identity, gender expression, national origin, race, religion, sexual orientation, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.As a result of living and breathing our commitment, our employees have helped us get certified as a Great Place to Work in India for four years running. We have been also highlighted among the Top 5 Best Workplaces for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion, Top 10 Best Workplaces for Women, Top 25 Best Workplaces in IT & IT-BPM and 14th Overall Best Workplaces in India by the Great Place to Work Institute in 2023. These achievements position us among a select group of trustworthy and high-performing companies which put their employees at the heart of everything they do.By joining us, you are part of our commitment. We look forward to welcoming you into our family which represents a variety of cultures, backgrounds, perspectives, and skills!Apply now, and we’ll be in touch!