Software Product Owner (TS/SCI) {S}

Danbury Mission Technologies; Lewiston (MI); On-site; USD 135,000 - 185,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical/vision/dental insurance

401k retirement plan

Paid vacation and holidays

Job summary

Danbury Mission Technologies is looking for a Software Product Owner to lead their Enterprise team in Lewiston, Michigan. This role will bridge customer needs with technical execution while managing the product backlog and collaborating with cross-functional teams. Ideal candidates should have a solid background in software development, at least 5 years of experience, and a Bachelor's degree in related fields. Generous benefits include comprehensive insurance, 401k contributions, and flexible scheduling options.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in software development or systems engineering.
• 2-3+ years of experience as a Product Owner or similar role.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Own and manage the product backlog and prioritize user stories.
• Translate high-level features into detailed specifications for engineering.
• Act as the primary point of contact for stakeholders.

Skills

Software Development

Agile Methodologies

Communication Skills

Analytical Skills

Team Collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in computer science or systems engineering

Tools

AWS

Azure

Kubernetes

React

Angular

Git

Jira

Confluence

Job description

Position Overview

We're seeking a talented and experienced Software Product Owner to lead our Enterprise team. In this role, you'll be the voice of the customer, bridging the gap between business goals and the technical development team. This position is ideal for someone who has a strong foundation in software development or systems engineering and wants to leverage technical expertise to drive product strategy and execution.

We offer generous relocation benefits for eligible candidates. In support of work/life balance, many positions are available for a flexible schedule within the pay period. Ask us about the opportunity for flex scheduling if that’s of interest to you.

Responsibilities

• Backlog Management: Own and manage the product backlog, including creating, refining, and prioritizing user stories and epics. Work closely with the chief engineer and architect in current and future epic definitions.
• Requirements Definition: Translate high-level features into detailed, actionable specifications for the engineering team. Must be able to work with engineering feature definitions and not rely on detailed requirement definitions.
• Stakeholder Communication: Act as the primary point of contact for stakeholders internal and customer facing, providing updates on product progress and gathering feedback.
• Agile Ceremonies: Actively participate in all Agile ceremonies, including sprint planning, daily stand‑ups, sprint reviews, and retrospectives.
• Team Collaboration: Work closely with cross‑functional teams, including engineering, UX/UI, marketing, and customer support, to ensure successful product delivery.
• Acceptance Criteria: Define acceptance criteria for user stories and validate that delivered solutions meet the defined requirements.
• Technical Acumen: Use your technical background to effectively communicate with engineers, understand technical constraints, and make informed trade‑off decisions.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, systems engineering or related field
• 5+ years of experience in software development, software systems engineering or a related technical field
• 2-3+ years of experience as a Product Owner or similar role e.g., Scrum Master
• Proven experience working in an Agile environment
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to articulate complex concepts to both technical and non‑technical audiences
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills with a data‑driven approach to decision‑making
• Ability to collaborate with cross‑functional teams including product managers, architects, and other engineers to define, design, and ship new features
• Understanding of the full software development lifecycle (SDLC), including requirements gathering, design, coding, testing, deployment, and maintenance
• Experience with a modern cloud provider such as AWS or Azure as well as understanding of standalone Kubernetes deployments
• Experience with modern front‑end development using React or Angular
• Experience with Source Control tools (e.g. Git, Gitlab)
• Experience with DevSecOps and Agile Scrum software development methodology including using tools like Git, Jira and Confluence
• Ability to work in office full time
• Active TS/SCI U.S. Government Security Clearance

Preferred Qualifications

• IAT Level II or III certification (i.e. Security+, CISSP, or CASP)
• Certified Scrum Product Owner (CSPO) or Professional Scrum Product Owner (PSPO) certification.
• Active TS/SCI U.S. Government Security Clearance with Fully Adjudicated CI Polygraph

Pay Range

$135,000 - $185,000 (Your actual level and base salary will be determined on a case‑by‑case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job‑related knowledge and skills, education, and experience.)

Location

Aurora, CO – Being situated at the foot of the Rocky Mountains, Aurora provides opportunities to enjoy all the beautiful nature that Colorado has to offer, while also being a 20‑minute drive from downtown Denver and 15‑minutes to the Denver International Airport.

What We Offer

• Comprehensive medical/vision/dental insurance packages
• Company contributions to qualified HSA accounts
• 401k retirement plan with industry leading company contributions
• 3 weeks of vacation accrual per year plus time off for sick leave and unscheduled life events
• 13 paid holidays
• Upfront tuition assistance for approved degree programs
• Annual bonus program based on company and employee performance
• Company paid life insurance, AD&D, Short‑Term and Long‑Term disability insurance
• 4 weeks paid Parental Leave
• Employee assistance program (EAP)

EHS/Environmental Requirements

This job operates in a professional office environment. While performing the duties of this job, the employee routinely is required to use hands to keyboard, communicate, listen to, and interpret instructions and remain stationary for extended periods of the time. This would require the ability to move around the campus and occasionally move/lift items weighing up to 25 lbs. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job. Applicants are invited to apply for a reasonable accommodation to perform the essential duties of the job. To apply, send a request to [e-mail] or contact 203‑797‑5000 and press 2 for Human Resources.

ITC & Security Clearance Requirements

This position requires active TS/SCI U.S. Government Security Clearance.

Visa Restrictions

No visa sponsorship is available for this position.

Pre‑employment Screenings

Employment with any ARKA companies in the U.S. is contingent upon satisfactory completion of several pre‑employment requirements to include a credit check, background check, and drug screen.