Technical Product Owner (5011)

SMX; Hanover (MD); Hybrid; USD 135,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid leave

Retirement

Job summary

SMX is seeking a Technical Product Manager to own end-to-end product delivery for a federal client. This hybrid role supports customers in Quantico, VA or Hanover, MD, bridging business strategy and technical execution within a SAFe ART.

You will own the product vision, roadmap, and KPIs, collaborating with engineers, architects, and data teams to drive measurable value.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Computer Science, Engineering, or related field.
• SECRET clearance; ability to obtain if not currently held.
• 8+ years of experience in Product Management or Technical Product Management.
• Strong understanding of Agile principles and the Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe).
• Strong understanding of APIs, cloud platforms, and core systems integration.
• Strong analytical mindset; ability to use data to drive decisions.
• Excellent communication skills - able to engage executives, engineers, and stakeholders.
• Hybrid work schedule, with preference for DC/VA/MD region.

Responsibilities

• Own product vision, strategy, and roadmap aligned to portfolio objectives.
• Define and own product outcomes, KPIs, and continuous improvement.
• Lead SAFe Program Execution and manage the Program Backlog with features and NFRs.
• Play a central role in PI planning and present the vision to Agile teams.
• Collaborate with System Architects and engineering to translate vision into scalable solutions.
• Ensure architectural runway is built and maintained with technical enablers.

Job description

SMX is seeking aTechnical Product Manager to support our federal client. The Technical Product Manager will take end-to-end ownership of their product, combining business acumen, technical depth, and a customer-centric focus to drive outcomes that create measurable value. As a key leader within a SAFe Agile Release Train (ART), the TPM will serve as the bridge between business strategy and technical execution, ensuring that every initiative is data-driven, aligned to strategic priorities, and delivered with excellence. This is an opportunity for an ambitious, tech-savvy leader. This role is hybrid supporting customers in Quantico, VA or Hanover, MD.

• Product Ownership & Vision
• Define and own the product vision, strategy, and roadmap, ensuring alignment with the portfolio's strategic themes and business objectives
• Act as the primary customer-centric voice, partnering with user communities and stakeholders to prioritize initiatives that balance innovation with programmatic milestones
• Take ownership of product outcomes, defining and tracking KPIs to measure success and drive continuous improvement
• SAFe Program Execution
• Define, prioritize, and manage theProgram Backlog, including business features, architectural enablers, and Non-Functional Requirements (NFRs)
• Play a central leadership role inProgram Increment (PI) planning, presenting the product vision and prioritized backlog to the Agile teams
• Collaborate with and support team-levelProduct Owners, ensuring the Agile Release Train (ART) delivers a cohesive and valuable solution
• Technical Collaboration & Feasibility
• Work closely withSystem Architectsand engineering teams to translate product vision into scalable, performant digital solutions that are desirable, viable, and sustainable
• Ensure thearchitectural runwayis built and maintained by prioritizing technical enablers alongside business features
• Understand system dependencies and integration patterns to evaluate technical trade-offs and ensure alignment with long‑term platform strategy
• Analytics & Insight
• Define, track, and analyze KPIs for digital adoption, engagement, and performance
• Partner with Data and Analytics teams to establish dashboards and reporting that inform decision‑making
• Use data to articulate the "why" behind product outcomes and foster a culture of transparency and accountability

Required Skills & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Computer Science, Engineering, or related field;
• Clearance: SECRET clearance required candidates with the ability to obtain will be considered.
• 8+ years of experience in Product Management or Technical Product Management
• Strong understanding of Agile principles and the Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe)
• Strong understanding of APIs, cloud platforms, and core systems integration
• Strong analytical mindset; ability to use data to drive decisions and measure outcomes
• Excellent communication skills - able to engage executives, engineers, and business stakeholders alike
• Hybrid work schedule, with preference being given to candidates in the DC/VA/MD region
• Strong facilitation, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills.

Desired Skills & Experience

• Experience supporting sensitive or regulated environments (DoD, DHS, IC, or similar)
• Experience leading PI Planning and managing a Program Backlog is highly desired
• MBA or advanced degree preferred.

The SMX salary determination process takes into account a number of factors, including but not limited to, geographic location, Federal Government contract labor categories, relevant prior work experience, specific skills, education and certifications. At SMX, one of our Core Values is to Invest in Our People so we offer a competitive mix of compensation, learning & development opportunities, and benefits. Some key components of our robust benefits include health insurance, paid leave, and retirement.

The proposed salary for this position is:: $135,100 USD - $190,000 USD

At SMX, we are a team of technical and domain experts dedicated to enabling your mission. From priority national security initiatives for the DoD to highly assured and compliant solutions for healthcare, we understand that digital transformation is key to your future success.

We share your vision for the future and strive to accelerate your impact on the world. We bring both cutting edge technology and an expansive view of what’s possible to every engagement. Our delivery model and unique approaches harness our deep technical and domain knowledge, providing forward-looking insights and practical solutions to power secure mission acceleration.

SMX is an Equal Opportunity employer including disabilities and veterans.

Selected applicant may be subject to a background investigation and/or education verification.

SMX does not sponsor a new applicant for employment authorization or immigration related support for this position (i.e. H1B, F-1 OPT, F-1 STEM OPT, F-1 CPT, J-1, TN, E-2, E-3, L-1 and O-1, or any EADs or other forms of work authorization that require immigration support from an employer).