Technical Product Owner – Data
Base Location: Dublin
Salary: €76,100 – €114,100 + performance-related bonus and a range of benefits to support your finances, wellbeing and family.
Working Pattern: Fixed Term Contract | Full Time | Flexible First options available
The role
We are seeking an experienced Data Platform Product Owner (PO) to lead the strategic vision, roadmap, and delivery of our enterprise data platform built on Databricks. You will collaborate closely with data engineers, architects, analysts, and business stakeholders to design, deliver, and continuously improve a scalable, secure, and high-performing data ecosystem that enables advanced analytics, AI, and data-driven decision-making across the organization.
As the Product Owner, you will manage a cross-functional agile team of 15+ technical experts, translate business needs into platform capabilities, and ensure smooth delivery in alignment with enterprise architecture and governance standards.
You will:
As an experienced Technical Product Owner, you’ll join SSE IT to lead the product ownership of our Data platform to drive SSE’s large scale transformation
- Define and own the vision, roadmap, and backlog for the Data Platform (with Databricks as a core component), aligning with enterprise data strategy and governance.
- Lead Agile delivery for a large team, driving sprint planning, backlog grooming, and stakeholder reviews to ensure timely, quality outcomes.
- Act as the primary liaison between business stakeholders and technical teams, translating needs into clear technical requirements and communicating progress effectively.
- Drive automation, standardisation, and best practices across the data lifecycle, promoting reliability, scalability, and cost efficiency.
- Champion adoption of modern principles (CI/CD, DevOps, FinOps) and advanced data technologies (Delta Lake, Unity Catalog) to optimise platform performance.
You have
- A drive with excitement, motivation and urgency to strategise and deliver on our digital and data transformation – we are at a very exciting part of our journey and we are keen for the right person to join our team.
- Proven experience as a Technical Product Owner in IT or data-focused roles, working within mature Agile teams and managing complex platforms.
- Strong knowledge of cloud and data technologies, with hands-on experience in Databricks, data governance, and scalable architecture.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence and align diverse teams and priorities.
- Demonstrated ability to create technical product requirements and user stories from varied inputs, coupled with strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
About SSE
SSE has a bold ambition – to be a leading energy company in a net zero world. We’re investing around £10 million a day in homegrown energy to help power a cleaner, more secure future. Our investment will see us build the world’s largest offshore wind farm and transform the grid to deliver greener electricity to millions.
Our IT division powers growth across all SSE business areas by making sure we have the systems, software and security needed to take the lead in a low carbon world. They provide expertise, advice and day-to-day support in emerging technologies, data and analytics, cyber security and more.
Flexible benefits to fit your life
Enjoy discounts on private healthcare and gym memberships. Wellbeing benefits like a free online GP and 24/7 counselling service. Interest-free loans on tech and transport season tickets, or a new bike with our Cycle to Work scheme. As well as generous family entitlements such as maternity and adoption pay, and paternity leave.
Work with an equal opportunity employer
SSE will make any reasonable adjustments you need to ensure that your application and experience with us is positive. Please contact David.Brickell@sse.com / 01738 275 846 to discuss how we can support you.
We’re dedicated to fostering an open and inclusive workplace where people from all backgrounds can thrive. We create equal opportunities for everyone to succeed and especially welcome applications from those who may not be well represented in our workforce or industry.
Ready to apply?
Start your online application using the Apply Now box on this page. We only accept applications made online. We’ll be in touch after the closing date to let you know if we’ll be taking your application further. If you’re offered a role with SSE, you’ll need to complete a criminality check and a credit check before you start work.
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