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5d ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Mid & Senior Level
  • Product
  • Leeds

AI generated summary

  • You must measure business objectives, possess strong technical analysis skills, understand system integrations, and facilitate communication between business and technology teams.
  • You will manage product development within a Squad, prioritize user stories, guide decisions, track progress, communicate with stakeholders, and participate in Agile ceremonies.

Requirements

  • Ability to measure and track attainment of committed business objectives
  • Strong technical analysis skills, with a deep understanding of system integrations
  • Experience with technology and ability to facilitate communication between other business and technology teams (e.g., other Squads)

Responsibilities

  • Responsible for Product Management within a Squad and oversees all the work developed across all the members of the Squad (which may be smaller)
  • Responsible for analysis and writing of user stories for the squad, as well as supports ART level analysis and refinement of Features where required
  • Prioritises stories and defines Sprint backlog and goals for a Squad.
  • Guides Story creation and prioritises stories during PI Planning, and accepts stories and linked Features, by acting on the customer's behalf during the PI
  • Works closely with the Squad to provide guidance, provide insight and give feedback quickly, while also being responsible for final decisions on product functionality
  • Sets the overall priorities for the Squad backlog, in alignment with the product roadmap for the Agile Release Train.
  • Oversees progress against Sprint backlog, to ensure work and priorities are in line with ART Product Roadmap, strategy & goals
  • Communicates progress to peers and relevant stakeholders
  • Works with the Squad members to define Story requirements and definition
  • Participates in Squad level ceremonies e.g., Backlog Refinement, Daily Standups, Sprint Planning, Sprint Demo.
  • Participates in ART-level ceremonies (e.g., PI Planning, PO sync)
  • Works closely with the Scrum Master to ensure that delivery is on track, and manage any prioritisation trade-offs that may need to be made during delivery

FAQs

What is the primary responsibility of the Product Owner at Sky?

The primary responsibility of the Product Owner is to set overall product priorities for a Squad, ensuring alignment with the product vision for the Agile Release Train (ART) and managing the product backlog.

What does the Product Owner do regarding user stories?

The Product Owner is responsible for the analysis and writing of user stories for the squad, prioritizing these stories, and defining the Sprint backlog and goals.

How does the Product Owner interact with the Squad?

The Product Owner works closely with the Squad to provide guidance, insight, and feedback while being responsible for making final decisions on product functionality.

What kind of skills are required for this role?

Strong technical analysis skills, a deep understanding of system integrations, and the ability to facilitate communication between business and technology teams are required.

What benefits does Sky offer to its employees?

Sky offers various benefits, including Sky Q, Sky Glass at an exclusive rate, a generous pension package, private healthcare, discounted mobile and broadband, and a wide range of Sky VIP rewards and experiences.

What does the hybrid working model at Sky involve?

The hybrid working model involves splitting time between unique office spaces and the convenience of working from home.

What is the team focus for the Product Owner role?

The team focus is on delivering technology roadmaps that support Sky's UK and Ireland businesses, with an emphasis on customer innovations for Sky Glass and developing digital services for millions of customers.

Are there opportunities for career growth within this role?

Yes, working as a Product Owner at Sky provides opportunities to explore innovative projects and contribute to better products and services, which can lead to career advancement.

What kind of adjustments can candidates expect during the recruitment process?

Sky is a Disability Confident Employer and will make reasonable adjustments to support candidates throughout the application process. Candidates are encouraged to flag any adjustments they may need early to their recruiter.

Is a criminal record check required for this position?

Yes, if your application is successful, you will be required to complete a criminal record check, and offers may be withdrawn depending on the nature of any convictions.

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