Principal Software Engineer & Product Owner, Naval Systems

BAE Systems; Portsmouth; Hybrid; GBP 56,000 - 67,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading defense contractor in Portsmouth is looking for a Principal Engineer - Product Owner to help define the vision and features of software products. This role involves collaboration with the development team and management of the Product Backlog, alongside responsibilities in agile methodologies. Applicants should possess an engineering degree and required technical skills such as system design and experience with Azure. The position offers hybrid working arrangements and competitive benefits that include a pension scheme and health plans.

Benefits

Competitive pension scheme

Employee share plans

Flexible health and lifestyle benefits

Green car scheme

Qualifications

• Ability to manage complex technical issues and make engineering judgements.
• Hands-on knowledge of Enterprise Architect is a must.
• Experience with Agile software development methodology (DevSecOps) is valuable.

Responsibilities

• Define the product vision and features.
• Work on the product development roadmap.
• Manage the Product Backlog effectively.

Skills

System and Software Design

Manage complex technical issues

Hands-on knowledge of Enterprise Architect

Agile software development methodology (DevSecOps)

Azure cloud computing environment

Requirements Analysis

Configuration Management

Human Factors

Interface Analysis

Performance Analysis

Product Safety

Education

Academic qualification in Engineering or related STEM subjects

Tools

Enterprise Architect

Job description

A leading defense contractor in Portsmouth is looking for a Principal Engineer - Product Owner to help define the vision and features of software products. This role involves collaboration with the development team and management of the Product Backlog, alongside responsibilities in agile methodologies. Applicants should possess an engineering degree and required technical skills such as system design and experience with Azure. The position offers hybrid working arrangements and competitive benefits that include a pension scheme and health plans.