Technical Product Owner - Cloud Networking

Toyota North America; Plano (TX); Hybrid; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health care plans

401(k) with company match

Tuition reimbursement

Relocation assistance (if applicable)

Job summary

Toyota North America is seeking a highly motivated Technical Product Owner to lead cloud networking initiatives. You will drive scalable, secure hybrid cloud network solutions spanning AWS and on‑prem environments, empowering engineering teams and Toyota Financial Services’ digital transformation.

As a Technical Product Owner, you will define a clear product vision for hybrid cloud network security, automation, and cloud migration, collaborating with cross‑functional teams and stakeholders to

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in technology implementations, product management, or technical leadership with focus on cloud infrastructure, networking and security.
• Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and deliver complex products in a fast-paced, agile environment.
• Strong knowledge of AWS networking services and related cloud capabilities.
• Experience with routing, NAT and network security technologies like Palo Alto Firewalls.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

Responsibilities

• Own and manage the product lifecycle for cloud network security solutions across hybrid AWS and on-premises environments.
• Gather technical requirements and prioritize features to improve cloud network security and scalability.
• Manage roadmap planning and backlog refinement using agile practices.
• Translate requirements into clear product priorities, user stories, and acceptance criteria.
• Design and deliver secure, scalable networking capabilities including VPCs, routing, and cloud connectivity.
• Collaborate with security to align designs with enterprise requirements and policy enforcement.
• Define and track KPIs for product performance, security posture, and customer satisfaction.

Skills

Cloud networking leadership

Cross-functional collaboration

Strategic product planning

Stakeholder management

Strong communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in information systems, Computer Science, or related field

Tools

AWS

Palo Alto firewalls

VPCs & security groups

CloudFront & WAF

Job description

Who we are

Collaborative. Respectful. A place to dream and do. These are just a few words that describe what life is like at Toyota. As one of the world’s most admired brands, Toyota is growing and leading the future of mobility through innovative, high-quality solutions designed to enhance lives and delight those we serve. We’re looking for talented team members who want to Dream. Do. Grow. with us.

Overview

Collaborative. Respectful. A place to dream and do. These are just a few words that describe what life is like at Toyota. As one of the world’s most admired brands, Toyota is growing and leading the future of mobility through innovative, high-quality solutions designed to enhance lives and delight those we serve. We’re looking for talented team members who want to Dream. Do. Grow. with us.

An important part of the Toyota family is Toyota Financial Services (TFS), the finance and insurance brand for Toyota and Lexus in North America. While TFS is a separate business entity, it is an essential part of this world-changing company- delivering on Toyota's vision to move people beyond what's possible. At TFS, you will help create best-in-class customer experience in an innovative, collaborative environment.

Toyota does not offer support or sponsorship of job applicants for employment-based visas or any other work authorization for this role now or in the future. You must have the right to work in the United States and not require Toyota support or sponsorship for immigration-related employment (e.g., H-1B, O-1, E-3, H-1B1, TN, F-1 OPT, F-1 STEM OPT, F-1 CPT, ‘job flexibility benefits’ [also known as I-140 or Adjustment of Status portability], etc.) now or in the future. You should not apply for this role if you will require Toyota to assist with immigration support or sponsorship now or in the future.

Who We’re Looking For

The TFS Enterprise Platforms team is seeking a highly motivated Technical Product Owner to lead our Cloud Networking initiatives. In this role, you will drive the development and evolution of scalable, secure hybrid cloud network security solutions spanning AWS and on-premises environments. You will empower engineering teams and support Toyota Financial Services’ ongoing digital transformation by delivering innovative cloud networking products.

As a Technical Product Owner, you will collaborate closely with engineering teams, stakeholders, and cross-functional leaders to define and execute a clear product vision focused on hybrid cloud network security, infrastructure automation, and cloud migration.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Own and manage the product lifecycle for cloud network security solutions across hybrid AWS and on-premises environments, from vision and strategy through design, development, release, and ongoing iteration.
• Partner with engineering teams and key stakeholders to gather technical requirements and prioritize features that improve cloud network security, scalability, and operational efficiency.
• Manage roadmap planning and backlog refinement using agile practices to ensure timely delivery of high-value capabilities aligned with business and technical goals.
• Translate business and technical requirements into clear product priorities, user stories, and acceptance criteria for infrastructure and network engineering teams.
• Partner with engineering and architecture teams to design and deliver secure, scalable networking capabilities, including VPCs, security groups, routing, load balancing, and cloud connectivity.
• Drive best practices for routing, NAT, access control, and network segmentation across cloud environments.
• Collaborate with security stakeholders to ensure network designs align with enterprise security requirements, including firewall integration and policy enforcement.
• Define and track KPIs to measure product performance, security posture, customer satisfaction, and operational effectiveness, using data-driven insights to guide prioritization.
• Communicate product vision, roadmap progress, and delivery status effectively to technical teams, business stakeholders, and leadership.
• Build and maintain strong vendor and partner relationships to support successful delivery of key platform capabilities and integrations.

What You Bring

• 8+ years of relevant experience in technology implementations, product management, or technical leadership with a focus on cloud infrastructure, networking, and security.
• Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and deliver complex products in a fast-paced, agile environment while balancing technical depth and business priorities.
• Strong knowledge of AWS networking services, including VPC, Security Groups, Route Tables, CloudWAN, WAF, CloudFront, and related cloud platform capabilities and integrations.
• Experience with routing, NAT, access-list configuration, and network security technologies such as Palo Alto Firewalls, along with the ability to collaborate effectively across multidisciplinary project teams.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to articulate complex technical concepts to diverse audiences.
• Bachelor’s degree in information systems, Computer Science, or related field.

Added Bonus If You Have

• Master’s degree in computer science or software engineering.
• AWS Associate-level certification or higher.
• 3+ years of experience building and scaling hybrid cloud networking platforms or cloud-native applications.
• Demonstrated experience architecting large-scale, mission-critical cloud networking solutions for enterprises.

What We’ll Bring

During your interview process, our team can fill you in on all the details of our industry-leading benefits and career development opportunities. A few highlights include:

• A work environment built on teamwork, flexibility, and respect
• Professional growth and development programs to help advance your career, as well as tuition reimbursement
• Team Member Vehicle Purchase Discount
• Toyota Team Member Lease Vehicle Program (if applicable)
• Comprehensive health care and wellness plans for your entire family
• Toyota 401(k) Savings Plan featuring a company match, as well as an annual retirement contribution from Toyota regardless of whether you contribute (if applicable)
• Paid holidays and paid time off
• Referral services related to prenatal services, adoption, childcare, schools and more
• Tax Advantaged Accounts (Health Savings Account, Health Care FSA, Dependent Care FSA)
• Relocation assistance (if applicable)

Belonging at Toyota

Our success begins and ends with our people. We embrace all perspectives and value unique human experiences. Respect for all is our North Star.

Applicants for our positions are considered without regard to race, ethnicity, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, religion, military or veteran status, or any other characteristics protected by law.

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