Product Owner (AI/Data Products)

Location Krakow, All PL Regions, Poland Capabilities Digital and Data Office Setup Hybrid Job ID #47128

Industry Enterprise Functions 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 At Jacobs, we're embarking on an exciting journey as we initiate the development of our Digital & Data Hub in the heart of Krakow. Our mission is to undertake projects spanning various industries, including Consumer and Manufacturing, Defence and Security, Energy and Utilities, Financial Services, Government and Public Services, Health and Life Sciences, and Transport.

We are looking for a Product Owner to join our Digital & Data Hub and support Jacobs’ internal Data & AI projects. You will help shape and deliver data-driven and AI-powered solutions, working with business stakeholders and technical teams to turn user needs into clear requirements and valuable products.

The role combines product ownership and business analysis, with a focus on Data & AI products, data-related initiatives, and dashboards.

Responsibilities:

• Manage the lifecycle of Data & AI products, from discovery and requirements gathering through development, testing, and deployment
• Define, maintain, and prioritize product backlogs, roadmaps, and scopes for data and AI features
• Gather and document business needs through stakeholder meetings, interviews, and workshops
• Translate business requirements into functional requirements, user stories, and acceptance criteria
• Use the MoSCoW method to prioritize requirements and support the creation of mock-ups or prototypes
• Work with data scientists, engineers, and other specialists to shape solutions using platforms such as Palantir Foundry and Microsoft Azure
• Support the development of dashboards and reporting solutions, including Power BI
• Monitor product performance, AI model metrics, and user feedback to identify improvements
• Research data and AI trends and opportunities relevant to the construction and engineering sectors
• Prepare business cases for Data & AI initiatives, assessing costs, effort, and potential value
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams in an Agile environment to support effective delivery
• Engage with internal customers and stakeholders throughout product discovery and implementation Here's what you'll need
• Experience in product ownership, business analysis, or a related role
• Experience working with data or contributing to data-related projects
• Experience with Power BI or other dashboard and reporting solutions
• Experience gathering requirements through stakeholder meetings, interviews, or workshops
• Experience working directly with stakeholders, including presenting to senior audiences
• Understanding of Agile practices, such as Scrum or Kanban, and the software development lifecycle
• Strong analytical, communication, and stakeholder management skills
• Fluent English
• Availability for occasional online meetings in the late afternoon, typically between 5:00 PM and 6:00 PM
• Based in Kraków or the Kraków area, with the ability to work from the Kraków office at least two days per week

Nice to have:

• Experience managing projects or coordinating project delivery
• Understanding of data and AI technologies and their business applications
• Experience with data, AI, or machine learning products
• Ability to explain technical concepts in terms of business value
• Engineering background, particularly in the construction industry

We offer:

• Rewarding employment - f****ull-time employment with a salary that matches your qualifications
• Hybrid work model - candidates are required to work from our Kraków office at least two days per week. The remaining working days may be performed remotely from home
• Flexible hours - start your day anytime between 7:30 and 10:00 AM
• Comprehensive benefits, including Lux Med medical care, psychological support, life insurance, My Benefit cafeteria system, Multisport card co-financing, and a car/bike park sharing system
• Co-financed holidays - enjoy "Wczasy pod Gruszą" for a well-deserved break
• Global projects - engage in exciting international projects
• Inclusive networks - join our diverse employee networks like Women's Network, OneWorld, PRISM, Careers Network, Green Team, SpeakUp, Collectively, and more
• Continuous learning - participate in our Graduate Development Program, Learners’ Community, and self-learning platforms
• Language courses - enhance your skills with courses in English, German, and Polish

We know that if we are inclusive, we’re more connected, and we’re more creative. We accept people for who they are. Find out more about life at Jacobs.

As a Disability Confident employer, we will interview all disabled applicants who meet the criteria for a vacancy.

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