Data Science Product Owner

Jacobs; Austin (TX); Remote; USD 130,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Jacobs seeks a Data Science Product Owner to drive the development of data and metrics products within a collaborative environment. This role involves defining product vision and working closely with cross-functional teams to deliver impactful solutions in transportation. Candidates should have a strong background in project management and data science, along with a technical degree.

Benefits

Medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance

401k plan

17 days of vacation per year

Paid holidays and caregiver leave

Performance discretionary bonus available

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in transportation, data science or data engineering.
• Exceptional project management skills and ability to align multiple stakeholders.
• Familiarity with basic data science and statistical concepts.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to product vision and strategy for data products.
• Translate customer needs into actionable technical requirements.
• Manage product development in collaboration with Data Science team.

Skills

Project Management

Communication

Data Analysis

Stakeholder Management

Agile Methodologies

Education

Bachelor's degree in a technical major

Job description

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Base pay range

$130,000.00/yr - $160,000.00/yr

At Jacobs, we're challenging today to reinvent tomorrow by solving the world's most critical problems for thriving cities, resilient environments, mission-critical outcomes, operational advancement, scientific discovery and cutting-edge manufacturing, turning abstract ideas into realities that transform the world for good.

Your impact

StreetLight Data, the pioneer in Big Data for mobility, is revolutionizing transportation and urban planning to help the world better deploy infrastructure and adapt to new forms of mobility. From legacy systems to ride sharing and bike sharing to autonomous vehicles, our platform powers 6,000+ mobility projects every month for government and private clients, and we are just getting started.

At StreetLight, you will work in a collaborative, team-oriented environment alongside people who are passionate about making a positive impact on the future of transportation.

Your Impact

StreetLight Data is seeking a dedicated Product Owner to drive the development of our data and metrics products. You will play a crucial role in defining the product vision, strategy and roadmap, working closely with Product Managers and collaborating with cross-functional teams, including Data Science/Data Engineering, Engineering, Marketing, and Sales. This role offers a unique opportunity to contribute to solving complex real-world problems in the transportation sector. Among other responsibilities, you will lead a technical team to build robust, complex infrastructure to reliably and efficiently deliver high-quality data, especially our mapping solutions.

Location Remote within the US

Responsibilities

• Contribute to the product vision, strategy, and roadmap for data products, aligning with overall company objectives.
• Translate customer needs into clear and actionable technical requirements for the Data Science team.
• Manage product development, working collaboratively with the Data Science/Data Engineering team to ensure consistent, timely delivery of high-quality data products.
• Plan and manage data science sprints, using Agile methodologies, including maintaining and prioritizing the product backlog.
• Identify metrics dependencies, blockers, and product risks.
• Act as a primary point of contact between technical teams and stakeholders, ensuring clear communication and alignment.
• Work closely with customer-facing teams, including marketing, sales, and support, to facilitate product communication and ensure customer satisfaction.
  
  
  

Here's what you'll need

• 3+ years of experience in transportation, data science or data engineering
• Bachelor's degree in a technical major
• Exceptional project management skills and ability to align multiple stakeholders
• Proven ability to translate ambiguous customer needs to technical requirements
• Familiarity with basic data science and statistical concepts such as distributions, sample bias, and machine learning
• Excellent attention to detail
• Demonstrated clear and proactive communication, especially ability to explain complex technical concepts to less technical audiences
• Ability to balance multiple projects with competing demands in a fast-paced environment
  
  
  

Preferred

• Expertise in geospatial data, mapping platforms or GIS software is a strong plus
• 3+ years of experience in a product management, technical product management, or technical program/project management role
• Experience working with big data using tools such as Google Cloud
  
  
  

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Posted Salary Range Minimum

130,000.00

Posted Salary Range Upper

160,000.00

Jacobs’ health and welfare benefits are designed to invest in you and in the things you care about. Your health. Your well-being. Your security. Your future. Eligible employees and their dependents may elect medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance. Employees are able to enroll in our company’s 401k plan, and, if eligible, a deferred compensation plan and Executive Deferral Plan. Employees will also receive 17 days of vacation per year, seven paid holidays, plus floating holidays and caregiver leave. Hired applicants will be able to purchase company stock and have the opportunity to receive a performance discretionary bonus.

The base salary range for this position is $130,000.00 to $160,000.00. This range reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hire salaries for the position across all US locations. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Not Applicable

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Product Management and Marketing

• Industries

  Civil Engineering, Design Services, and IT Services and IT Consulting

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