Product Owner

Product Manager/Product Owner - Digital Platform - API - Standards & ArchitectureAs a Development Manager you will lead the strategy, ownership, delivery and ongoing evolution of the organisation's Digital Platform and API/Integration capabilities. You'll ensure digital applications and integrations are designed, governed and delivered to support business objectives, digital transformation and enterprise architecture, security and regulatory standards.Key ResponsibilitiesProduct Ownership & StrategyOwn the vision, roadmap and backlog for the Digital Platform, APIs and integration services.Drive the evolution of the platform to support business growth and digital transformation.Platform Delivery & Lifecycle ManagementLead the end-to-end delivery of digital applications, APIs and integrations from discovery through to release and support.Architecture & Technical GovernanceDefine and maintain API and integration standards in collaboration with architecture teams.Present solutions through architecture and technical governance forums, ensuring alignment with enterprise standards.Agile DeliveryChampion Agile ways of working, leading planning, backlog refinement, reviews and retrospectives.Vendor & Stakeholder ManagementBuild strong relationships with business leaders, technical teams and delivery partners.Manage third-party suppliers, ensuring high-quality delivery, performance and value for money.People LeadershipLead, coach and develop a team of Solution Architects.Support the growth and capability development of the team as the platform evolvesSkills & ExperienceProven experience as a Product Manager or Product Owner within a technology or digital environment.Experience delivering and managing digital platforms, applications, APIs or integration solutions.Strong knowledge of API technologies and integration patterns, including REST, SOAP, synchronous and asynchronous services.Excellent stakeholder management, communication and influencing skills, with the ability to engage both technical teams and senior business leaders.Good understanding of Agile methodologies and product delivery practices.Knowledge of information security, data protection and compliance standards, including GDPR and ISO 27001.Professional certifications such as CSPO, PSPO, SAFe POPM, Scrum or SAFe are desirable.