Product Owner

Pontoon; Greater London; Remote; GBP 80,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote

Umbrella payroll

Contract role

Job summary

Pontoon is seeking an experienced Product Owner to join a high-profile programme delivering a modern cloud-based backend platform. You will own the backlog, define requirements and drive delivery with agile teams across engineering and architecture.

The role emphasizes hands-on backlog management, clear user stories, acceptance criteria and close collaboration with stakeholders. You’ll work on an AWS-based platform using microservices, with remote delivery and a focus on rapid value and

Qualifications

• Proven Product Owner experience in Agile delivery.
• Strong backlog management and prioritisation.
• Excellent requirements gathering and stakeholder management.
• Experience leading Scrum teams.
• Strong communication with technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Proven ability to deliver complex digital platforms.
• Ability to quickly understand new environments.

Responsibilities

• Own and manage the product backlog with priorities aligned to business objectives.
• Gather, define and refine business and technical requirements.
• Create and manage user stories, acceptance criteria, epics and features.
• Lead backlog refinement, sprint planning and other Agile ceremonies.
• Collaborate with developers, architects and stakeholders to ensure delivery.
• Manage priorities, dependencies, risks and roadmaps.
• Translate complex business requirements into deliverable outcomes.
• Support release planning and continuous improvement.
• Act as the link between business stakeholders and delivery teams.

Skills

Backlog management

Requirements gathering

Stakeholder management

Scrum / Agile delivery

Communication

Delivery of digital products

Fast onboarding

Tools

Jira

Confluence

Azure DevOps

Job description

Product Owner

Remote

3-6 Month Contract

£500 per day (Umbrella)

The Opportunity

We're seeking an experienced Product Owner to join a high-profile, executive-sponsored programme delivering a critical backend platform. This is an excellent opportunity for a hands‑on Product Owner who thrives in Agile environments and enjoys working closely with engineering teams to drive delivery.

You’ll be joining a platform-focused team responsible for developing and enhancing a modern cloud‑based solution built around AWS and microservices architecture. The role requires someone who can quickly establish themselves within the team, take ownership of requirements and backlog priorities, and drive delivery from day one.

Responsibilities

• Own and manage the product backlog, ensuring priorities align with business objectives.
• Gather, define and refine business and technical requirements.
• Create and manage user stories, acceptance criteria, epics and features.
• Lead backlog refinement, sprint planning, reviews, and other Agile ceremonies.
• Work closely with developers, architects, and stakeholders to ensure successful delivery.
• Manage priorities, dependencies, risks, and delivery roadmaps.
• Translate complex business requirements into clear deliverable outcomes.
• Support release planning and continuous product improvement initiatives.
• Act as the key link between business stakeholders and technical delivery teams.

Skills & Experience

Essential

• Proven experience as a Product Owner within Agile delivery environments.
• Strong backlog management and prioritisation experience.
• Excellent requirements gathering and stakeholder management skills.
• Experience leading and supporting Scrum teams.
• Strong communication skills with both technical and non‑technical stakeholders.
• Proven ability to deliver complex digital products and platforms.
• Ability to quickly understand new environments and add value with minimal onboarding.

Desirable

• Experience working with AWS-based platforms.
• Understanding of microservices architecture.
• Experience supporting backend platform or engineering teams.
• Experience within large enterprise or regulated environments.
• Familiarity with Jira, Confluence, Azure DevOps, or similar Agile tooling.

The Ideal Candidate

We're looking for someone who is confident, delivery‑focused, and able to build credibility quickly. You’ll be comfortable working with both senior stakeholders and development teams, taking ownership of delivery while maintaining a collaborative and pragmatic approach.

This role would suit a Product Owner who enjoys operating in fast‑paced environments, can confidently lead Scrum delivery, and excels at turning business requirements into tangible outcomes.

What’s on Offer?

• Immediate start with a high‑profile programme.
• Fully remote working.
• Opportunity to work on a modern AWS-based platform environment.
• High levels of stakeholder visibility and business impact.
• Potential for contract extension beyond the initial term.

We use generative AI tools to support our candidate screening process. This helps us ensure a fair, consistent, and efficient experience for all applicants. Rest assured, all final decisions are made by our hiring team, and your application will be reviewed with care and attention.

We respect and appreciate people of all ethnicities, generations, religious beliefs, sexual orientations, gender identities, and more. We do this by showcasing their talents, skills, and unique experience in an inclusive environment that helps them thrive.