Software Product Owner

BD Medical; Limerick; On-site; EUR 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading medical technology company in Ireland is looking for a highly motivated Software Product Owner. This role demands expertise in agile methodologies and software development, focusing on innovative medical solutions. As the Agile Product Owner, you will prioritize backlogs, manage cross-functional teams, and ensure compliance with industry standards. You'll work closely with engineering and customer teams to drive product success.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Product Owner in Agile environments.
• 6+ years in software development and testing (C++ and/or C#).
• 5+ years across all phases of software development.
• 3+ years as a software product owner or project management role.
• Experience with design controls in regulated environments.

Responsibilities

• Define and drive product vision and execution as Agile Product Owner.
• Plan and prioritize the product backlog.
• Lead product release planning and set delivery expectations.
• Collaborate with development teams to deliver value.

Skills

Agile methodologies

C++

C#

Stakeholder management

Communication

Time management

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field

Tools

Azure DevOps

Jira

Confluence

Job description

Job Description Summary

We are looking for a highly motivated and strategic Software Product Owner to lead our software development teams. You will join the Peripheral Intervention team to work on fast-paced, cross-functional medical device development. This is a unique opportunity to influence the development of life-changing healthcare solutions in a regulated and dynamic environment. The role focuses on embedded systems and application software, requiring close collaboration with engineering, quality, regulatory, and customer-facing teams to deliver innovative, compliant, and high-impact software solutions.

Job Description

We are the makers of possible

BD is one of the largest global medical technology companies in the world. Advancing the world of health is our Purpose, and it's no small feat. It takes the imagination and passion of all of us-from design and engineering to the manufacturing and marketing of our billions of MedTech products per year-to look at the impossible and find transformative solutions that turn dreams into possibilities.

Why join us?

A career at BD means learning and working alongside inspirational leaders and colleagues who are equally passionate and committed to fostering an inclusive, growth-centered, and rewarding culture. You will have the opportunity to help shape the trajectory of BD while leaving a legacy at the same time.

To find purpose in the possibilities, we need people who can see the bigger picture, who understand the human story that underpins everything we do. We welcome people with the imagination and drive to help us reinvent the future of health. At BD, you'll discover a culture in which you can learn, grow and thrive. And find satisfaction in doing your part to make the world a better place.

Become a maker of possible with us!

Our vision for Peripheral Intervention at BD

Our Peripheral Intervention (PI) business unit offers a comprehensive range of medical products, devices and services for the treatment of peripheral arterial and venous disease, cancer detection, and end-stage renal disease and maintenance.

About the role

We are seeking a highly motivated and strategic Software Product Owner to join our Peripheral Intervention team, driving the development of cutting-edge medical device software in a fast-paced, cross-functional environment. This role offers a unique opportunity to shape life-changing healthcare solutions, with a focus on embedded systems and application software. Operating within a regulated and dynamic setting, you will collaborate closely with engineering, quality, regulatory, and customer-facing teams to deliver innovative, compliant, and high-impact software products that meet the highest standards of safety and performance.

As an individual contributor, you will lead by influence-bringing strong leadership, relationship-building, and execution skills to the forefront. You will serve as the Agile Product Owner, defining product vision, prioritizing backlogs, and driving delivery across software modules and subsystems. Your intellectual curiosity and passion for integrating advanced software technologies into regulated environments will be key to success. This role demands a proactive attitude, critical thinking, and the ability to foster alignment across diverse technical and business stakeholders throughout the full product lifecycle.

Main responsibilities will include:

• Serve as the Agile Product Owner for the Software Team, defining and driving product vision and execution.
• Plan and prioritize the product backlog to align with strategic objectives.
• Develop clear, detailed software requirements and specifications.
• Evaluate business value, build cases, and prioritize epics, stories, and themes.
• Lead product release planning and set delivery expectations for new features.
• Identify and resolve roadblocks to ensure successful sprints and releases.
• Oversee integration of software modules across subsystems, ensuring architectural and quality consistency.
• Define and manage service-level agreements and delivery milestones.
• Provide full lifecycle support, including customer engagement and post-release follow-up.
• Collaborate with development teams and stakeholders to deliver value in every increment.

About you

• Proven experience as a Product Owner in Agile environments with strong product lifecycle and stakeholder management skills.
• 6+ years in software development and testing (C++ and/or C#), operating systems, and hardware/software integrated products.
• 5+ years across all phases of software development: concept, requirements, development, testing, traceability, release, and maintenance.
• 5+ years working within Agile methodologies.
• 3+ years as a software product owner or in a technical program/project management role.
• Expertise in writing software requirements and user stories, prioritising based on business and customer needs.
• Experience with design controls in regulated environments.
• Ability to manage competing priorities across multiple teams.
• Hands-on experience with Azure DevOps or Jira and software branching strategies.
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and influencing skills.
• Strong project and time management capabilities.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field.
• Certified Product Owner (e.g., CSPO, PSPO).
• Proficiency with Agile tools such as Jira, Confluence, Azure DevOps.
• Familiarity with regulatory standards (e.g., ISO 13485, IEC 62304).

Preferred Skills & Experience

• Experience with 21 CFR 820, IEC 62304, and ISO 13485 standards.
• Background in medical device environments aligned with these standards.
• Understanding of CI/CD tools and build systems.

Becton, Dickinson and Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We evaluate applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, marital or domestic or civil union status, familial status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetics, disability, military eligibility or veteran status, and other legally-protected characteristics.