Product Owner

System C; Leeds; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

System C is seeking a Product Owner to shape and deliver market-leading health and care technology. You will own the product backlog, translate customer needs into user stories and acceptance criteria, and collaborate with Product Management, Engineering, and UX teams to ensure valuable outcomes.

You’ll participate in agile ceremonies, define features, support release planning, and help drive go-to-market activities.

Qualifications

• Product thinking and stakeholder management demonstrated at work.
• Ability to translate customer needs into actionable user stories and acceptance criteria.
• Experience with Agile delivery methodologies (Scrum/SAFe).
• Experience using backlog management tools (e.g., Jira, Aha!).

Responsibilities

• Managing and prioritising the product backlog.
• Translating requirements into high-quality user stories and acceptance criteria.
• Working with stakeholders to understand customer needs and business priorities.
• Supporting release planning and defining key product features.
• Collaborating with Engineering teams throughout the delivery lifecycle.
• Participating in agile ceremonies and setting sprint goals.
• Monitoring delivery against agreed release plans.
• Supporting customer engagement activities, demonstrations, and show-and-tell sessions.
• Identifying and communicating risks, dependencies, and delivery challenges.
• Contributing to go-to-market and product launch activities.
• Developing deep product and domain expertise.

Skills

Product thinking

Stakeholder management

Agile delivery

Backlog management

User stories

Tools

Jira

Aha!

Job description

Make an impact in health and care technology

At System C, we're helping to transform health and social care through innovative technology that connects services, improves outcomes, and supports millions of people across the UK.

We are looking for a Product Owner to join our team and play a key role in shaping and delivering market-leading solutions. This is an opportunity for someone who thrives in collaborative environments, enjoys solving complex customer challenges, and can turn customer needs into valuable product outcomes.

What You'll Do

As Product Owner, you will take ownership of the product backlog and work closely with Product Management, Engineering, UI/UX teams, and customers to ensure the right problems are being solved in the right way.

Key Responsibilities Include

• Managing and prioritising the product backlog
• Translating requirements into high-quality user stories and acceptance criteria
• Working with stakeholders to understand customer needs and business priorities
• Supporting release planning and defining key product features
• Collaborating with Engineering teams throughout the delivery lifecycle
• Participating in agile ceremonies and setting sprint goals
• Monitoring delivery against agreed release plans
• Supporting customer engagement activities, demonstrations, and show-and-tell sessions
• Identifying and communicating risks, dependencies, and delivery challenges
• Contributing to go-to-market and product launch activities
• Developing deep product and domain expertise

What We're Looking For

We're interested in people who combine strong product thinking with excellent stakeholder management skills.

You'll Bring

• Experience working as a Product Owner or in a similar product delivery role
• Strong backlog management and prioritisation skills
• The ability to write clear, concise user stories and acceptance criteria
• Knowledge of Agile delivery methodologies such as Scrum and SAFe
• Experience using lifecycle management tools such as Jira, Aha!, or similar platforms
• Excellent communication and facilitation skills
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Confidence working in complex and fast-changing environments
• A collaborative approach and a commitment to doing the right thing

Why join System C?

At System C, you'll be part of a team delivering technology that makes a real difference. We foster a culture built on collaboration, accountability, continuous improvement, integrity, and professional growth. You'll have opportunities to develop your skills, contribute to meaningful projects, and work alongside talented colleagues who care deeply about improving health and care outcomes.