Sky

Product Owner

Posted Sep 18, 2024
Job ID: R0038858
Location
Livingston, West Lothian, Hybrid
Hours/week
37.5 hrs/week
Payrate range
Unknown

We believe in better. And we make it happen.  

Better content. Better products. And better careers.  

Working in Tech, Product or Data at Sky is about building the next and the new. From broadband to broadcast, streaming to mobile, SkyQ to Sky Glass, we never stand still. We optimise and innovate.  

We turn big ideas into the products, content and services millions of people love.  

And we do it all right here at Sky. 

The Product Owner sets the overall product priorities for a Squad that is aligned with the product vision for the ART. The PO is accountable for scoping, writing and prioritising stories, managing the short-term and long-term Squad goals, and meeting the larger ART objectives with alignment to the product roadmap.  

What you'll do 

  • 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 

 

What you'll bring 

  • 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) 

The rewards  

There's one thing people can't stop talking about when it comes to #LifeAtSky: the perks. Here’s a taster: 

  • Sky Q, for the TV you love all in one place 

  • The magic of Sky Glass at an exclusive rate 

  • A generous pension package 

  • Private healthcare 

  • Discounted mobile and broadband 

  • A wide range of Sky VIP rewards and experiences 

Inclusion & how you'll work 

We are a Disability Confident Employer, and welcome and encourage applications from all candidates. We will look to ensure a fair and consistent experience for all, and will make reasonable adjustments to support you where appropriate. Please flag any adjustments you need to your recruiter as early as you can. 

We’ve embraced hybrid working and split our time between unique office spaces and the convenience of working from home. You’ll find out more about what hybrid working looks like for your role later on in the recruitment process. 

Team Overview 

UK&I Technology 

Ground-breaking projects. Innovative tech. Top innovation. Join our UK&I Technology team and you’ll work across technology projects that drive our TV, broadband, mobile and Sky Connect services. You’ll be at the heart of delivering the technology roadmaps that support our UK and Ireland businesses, with a focus on customer innovations for Sky Glass. That’s not all. You’ll also design, develop and deliver digital services for millions of customers across the UK. 

Your Office Base:

Livingston / Leeds / Osterley

We'd love to hear from you  

Inventive, forward-thinking minds come together to work in Tech, Product and Data at Sky. It’s a place where you can explore what if, how far, and what next.  

But better doesn’t stop at what we do, it’s how we do it, too. We embrace each other’s differences. We support our community and contribute to a sustainable future for our business and the planet. 

If you believe in better, we’ll back you all the way. 

Just so you know: if your application is successful, we’ll ask you to complete a criminal record check. And depending on the role you have applied for and the nature of any convictions you may have, we might have to withdraw the offer.  

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