Product Owner - Melbourne, United States - Wärtsilä

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    Wrtsil is an innovative technology company known for being a forerunner in the Marine and Energy markets. Every day, we - Wrtsilians - put our hearts and minds into turning Wrtsil's purpose of enabling sustainable societies through innovation in technology and services into reality. Our ultimate aim is to provide increased value to both our customers and society. New, game-changing ideas and continuous improvement have been part of our DNA since 1834. Together, we can create new business opportunities and more sustainable future that we can all be proud of.

    We want to transition the world towards a decarbonised and sustainable future. By pushing the boundaries of engineering and technology, we can make it work. We are always on the lookout for future-oriented talent - want to join the ride?

    We are seeking an experienced software development Project Manager/Product Owner with expertise in military simulation development. The successful candidate will be responsible for navigational bridge simulator customization for a specific navy program.

    The main area of responsibility will be contracting requirements analysis and processing it to backlog items for the USA-based development team; managing timelines, milestones, stakeholders, and customer expectations; and communication with European-based product management and core product development team. This position requires a strong background in requirements analytics, and backlog management. A proven background in USA military programs in similar roles would be a big plus.

    Responsibilities:

    • Analysis of contract requirements
    • Development backlog management
    • Close collaboration with USA based development team
    • Milestones and timelines management
    • Customer expectations management
    • Work with stockholders
    • Synchronization of efforts with European based core team
    • Reporting and informing to European-based product management.
    Qualifications:
    • Strong analytic skills
    • 5+ years of experience in software development project manager or product owner roles
    • Excellent skills in prioritisation and timelines management
    • Strong problem-solving skills
    • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
    • Agile philosophy understanding will be big plus
    • Experience with simulator development will be big plus
    • Previous maritime or/and Navy experience will be plus
    • Prior experience supporting Navy or NAWCTSD programs is highly desirable.
    • Contingent upon contract award
    • Candidates must be a US citizen with the ability obtain and retain a Common Access card
    • Hybrid / remote work is available for candidates who are local to the Orlando offices.
    Last application date: 26/04/2024

    Successful applicants must be authorized to work in the USA without sponsorship.

    Individuals hired for positions that require on-site customer interactions and/or in-person travel may be required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 or other country-specific vaccinations, unless otherwise prohibited by law.

    Wrtsil North America values our employees. We offer a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package. Wrtsil North America is an EOE/AA employer.

    At Wrtsil we value, respect and embrace all our differences, and are committed to diversity, inclusion and equal employment opportunities; everyone can be their true self and succeed based on their job-relevant merits and abilities.

    This is Wrtsil

    Wrtsil is a global leader in innovative technologies and lifecycle solutions for the marine and energy markets. Our team of 17,800 professionals, in more than 280 locations in 79 countries, shape the decarbonisation transformation of our industries across the globe. Read more on