Product Owner, Core Data Platform

Anaplan; York and North Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading software firm in the United Kingdom is seeking a Product Owner to join their Data Management group. You will be responsible for defining and managing the roadmap of the core data platform, collaborating closely with engineering and architecture teams. The ideal candidate has a strong background in SaaS and data management solutions, with proven skills in Agile methodologies and excellent stakeholder management. This position promotes an inclusive culture and offers opportunities for diverse talent.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Product Owner in a SaaS or enterprise software environment.
• Strong understanding of product development lifecycles and Agile methodologies.
• Ability to translate customer and market needs into actionable product requirements.

Responsibilities

• Define and manage the roadmap for the Core data platform engineering team.
• Partner with Engineering and Architecture to deliver performant components.
• Act as the voice of internal and external stakeholders.

Skills

Product Ownership in SaaS

Data Management Solutions

Agile Methodologies

Communication

Stakeholder Management

Tools

Jira

Confluence

Job description

At Anaplan, we are a team of innovators focused on optimizing business decision‑making through our leading AI‑infused scenario planning and analysis platform so our customers can outpace their competition and the market.

What unites Anaplanners across teams and geographies is our collective commitment to our customers’ success and to our Winning Culture.

Our customers rank among the who’s who in the Fortune 50. Coca‑Cola, LinkedIn, Adobe, LVMH and Bayer are just a few of the 2,400+ global companies who rely on our best‑in‑class platform.

Our Winning Culture is the engine that drives our teams of innovators. We champion diversity of thought and ideas, we behave like leaders regardless of title, we are committed to achieving ambitious goals, and we love celebrating our wins – big and small.

Supported by operating principles of being strategy‑led, values‑based and disciplined in execution, you’ll be inspired, connected, developed and rewarded here. Everything that makes you unique is welcome; join us and let’s build what’s next – together!

Team Description

Join Anaplan’s Data Management group as a Product Owner within the Core Data team, reporting to the Director of Product Management for Calculation and Platform Integrity. This team is responsible for developing and managing the core data infrastructure that stores the models for Anaplan’s modeling engine. You’ll work closely with engineering, architecture, and cross‑functional stakeholders to deliver scalable and secure data capabilities.

Your Impact

• Define and manage the roadmap for the Core data platform engineering team, aligning technical work with strategic goals
• Partner with Engineering and Architecture to deliver performant components like data transport, encryption, and storage
• Write and refine technical product requirements and user stories with clear acceptance criteria
• Act as the voice of internal and external stakeholders to guide platform development priorities
• Support the delivery of reusable internal tooling and services across the application stack
• Facilitate sprint planning, backlog refinement, and trade‑off decisions with engineering teams
• Track initiative progress, manage technical risks, and maintain cross‑team communication
• Enable go‑to‑market readiness through documentation and internal training for platform capabilities

Your Qualifications

• Experience as a Product Owner in a SaaS or enterprise software environment
• Proven track record with data management solutions (e.g., RDBMS, block storage, data lakes, warehouses)
• Strong understanding of product development lifecycles and Agile methodologies
• Ability to translate customer and market needs into actionable product requirements
• Proficient with Jira, Confluence, and product roadmap creation
• Skilled at working with cross‑functional teams and prioritizing technical initiatives
• Exceptional communication and stakeholder management abilities

Preferred Skills

• Experience with in‑memory or proprietary database platforms
• Familiarity with Anaplan or other modeling/planning tools
• Exposure to secure data serialization and encryption techniques
• Strong analytical mindset for troubleshooting and systems thinking
• Ability to work in fast‑paced, globally distributed teams

Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging (DEIB)

We believe attracting and retaining the best talent and fostering an inclusive culture strengthens our business. DEIB improves our workforce, enhances trust with our partners and customers, and drives business success. Build your career in a place where diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging aren’t just words on paper – this is what drives our innovation, it’s how we connect, and it contributes to what makes us a market leader. We believe in a hiring and working environment where all people are respected and valued, regardless of gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, religion, ethnicity, age, neurodiversity, disability status, citizenship, or any other aspect which makes people unique. We hire you for who you are, and we want you to bring your authentic self to work every day!

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, perform essential job functions, and receive equitable benefits and all privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.