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TECHNOLOGY PRODUCT OWNER - MARKETPLACE VOIS

VOIS · Pune Division, Maharashtra, India

  • On site
  • Full-time
  • $120,000 / year
  • Pune Division, Maharashtra, India

Job highlights

  • Lead technology strategy for Marketplace products.
  • Translate product needs into technical solutions.
  • Manage product roadmaps and backlogs.
  • Oversee budgets and financial governance.
  • Collaborate with global stakeholders for success.

About the role

About VOIS

VOIS (Vodafone Intelligent Solutions) is a strategic arm of Vodafone Group Plc, creating value for customers by delivering intelligent solutions through Talent, Technology & Transformation. As the largest shared services organisation in the global telco industry with 30,000 FTE, our portfolio of next-generation solutions and services are designed in partnership with customers across Vodafone Group, local markets, and partner markets to simplify and drive growth. With our strategic partner Accenture, we work alongside our Vodafone customers, other Telco and tech companies to drive transformation, meet the challenges of our industry and ensure we stay relevant and resilient. This partnership is a unique, industry-first model which brings together the best of in-house and 3rd party capability.

We work with customers across 28 countries from 10 VOIS locations: Albania, Egypt, Hungary, India, Romania, Spain, Turkey, UK, Germany, Ireland, and with a network of teams in Czech Republic, Italy, Greece, and Portugal.

About This Role

We are seeking an experienced Technology Product Owner to lead the technology strategy, roadmap and delivery for Marketplace products within Platform Architecture and Design. Based in VOIS India, this role focuses on translating product ambitions into viable, secure and scalable technology solutions, balancing innovation, cost, delivery and operational excellence. The role works closely with Line of Business (LoB) Product Managers, architects, delivery teams, vendors and operational stakeholders to ensure Marketplace platforms deliver measurable business value throughout their lifecycle.

What You’ll Do

  • Act as the primary technology interface between the Marketplace team and LoB Product Managers.
  • Own the technology product and platform strategy, roadmap and backlogs, ensuring alignment with technology standards, lifecycle guidance and operational feedback.
  • Lead technology planning, incorporating mandatory technical debt, enablers, KTLO activities, security, data privacy and vendor roadmaps.
  • Translate product capability requirements into buildable, feature-level requirements supported by end-to-end technical architecture, user journeys and service models.
  • Progress new demands through impact assessment with Lean Portfolio Management, confirming delivery, cost and technology viability on behalf of the practice.
  • Manage governance outputs, including EPIC definition, capability sequencing and New Product Development planning.
  • Oversee product backlogs, prioritising enhancements, operational issues and in-life improvements in collaboration with delivery and operational teams.
  • Manage budgets, costs and financial governance, maintaining continuous focus on value and cost optimisation.
  • Coordinate local market integration, ensuring technical specifications align with local needs, SLAs and vendor requirements.
  • Lead in-life technology product ownership, including service performance, issue resolution and continuous improvement initiatives.
  • Contribute to the creation of product collateral such as service specifications, SLAs and training materials.

Who You Are

  • An experienced Technology Product Owner with strong exposure to platform or marketplace-based products.
  • Confident working across technology and commercial domains to translate technical solutions into clear product outcomes.
  • Knowledgeable in SASE products, data privacy and security-by-design principles, with the ability to challenge vendor and operational inputs constructively.
  • Experienced in backlog management, prioritisation and agile delivery frameworks such as SAFe, Scrum or similar.
  • Skilled in stakeholder engagement, collaboration and influencing across multidisciplinary teams.
  • Comfortable owning in-life technology management, including KPIs, service performance and vendor cost management.
  • Experienced in creating technical specifications, service models and operating models in partnership with business and technology teams.
  • Educated to degree level in science, engineering or a related discipline, or with equivalent professional experience.
  • Foundation SAFe Agile certified, with relevant domain technology qualifications considered beneficial.

Not a Perfect Fit?

Concerned you may not meet every requirement? Vodafone is committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive. If you are excited about this role but your experience does not align exactly with every aspect of the job description, you are encouraged to apply. You may be the right candidate for this or another opportunity, and the recruitment team will support you in exploring where your skills fit best.

What’s In It For You

  • Opportunity to shape and influence Marketplace technology platforms at scale within a global organisation.
  • Exposure to strategic product, architecture and vendor decision-making across Vodafone markets.
  • A collaborative, agile environment that values innovation, co-creation and continuous improvement.
  • Professional growth through complex product ownership, financial governance and cross-functional leadership.

What Skills You Will Learn

  • Advanced technology product strategy and roadmap ownership at platform level.
  • Financial and operational governance for large-scale technology products.
  • End-to-end marketplace architecture, service models and integration approaches.
  • Strengthened stakeholder leadership and negotiation skills across global teams.

VOIS Equal Opportunity Employer Commitment

Vodafone recognises and celebrates the value of diversity in building a workforce that reflects the customers and communities it serves. No form of discrimination is tolerated. This includes, but is not limited to, discrimination based on race, colour, age, veteran status, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, pregnancy, maternity or parental status, ethnicity, disability, religion or belief, political affiliation, trade union membership, nationality, citizenship, indigenous status, medical condition, HIV status, neurodiversity, social origin, cultural background, marital or civil partnership status, or socio-economic background.

Join Us

At Vodafone, we’re working hard to build a better future. A more connected, inclusive and sustainable world. As a dynamic global community, it's our human spirit, together with technology, that empowers us to achieve this. We challenge and innovate in order to connect people, businesses, and communities across the world. Delighting our customers and earning their loyalty drive us, and we experiment, learn fast and get it done, together. With us, you can be truly be yourself and belong, share inspiration, embrace new opportunities, thrive, and make a real difference.

Key skills/competency

  • Technology Product Owner
  • Marketplace Platforms
  • Agile Delivery
  • SAFe
  • Scrum
  • Stakeholder Engagement
  • Product Strategy
  • Roadmap Development
  • Financial Governance
  • Vendor Management

Skills & topics

  • Technology Product Owner
  • Marketplace
  • Platform Architecture
  • Product Strategy
  • Roadmap Development
  • Agile
  • SAFe
  • Scrum
  • Stakeholder Management
  • Vodafone
  • VOIS
  • Technology Solutions
  • Financial Governance
  • Vendor Management
  • SASE
  • Data Privacy
  • Security-by-Design
  • Product Management
  • Telco
  • India

How to get hired

  • Tailor your resume: Highlight experience with platform or marketplace products, agile frameworks (SAFe, Scrum), and stakeholder engagement. Quantify achievements in product ownership and financial governance.
  • Craft a compelling application: Clearly articulate how your skills in translating technical solutions and managing product roadmaps align with VOIS's needs for this Technology Product Owner role.
  • Prepare for interviews: Be ready to discuss your experience with SASE products, data privacy, security-by-design, and your approach to backlog prioritization and vendor management.
  • Demonstrate cultural fit: Research VOIS's values and commitment to diversity and inclusion. Showcase your collaborative and innovative approach to product ownership.
  • Ask insightful questions: Inquire about team structure, current challenges, and opportunities for growth within the Marketplace technology team to show your engagement.

Technical preparation

Study SASE and security-by-design principles.,Review SAFe/Scrum methodologies and backlog management.,Understand marketplace platform architecture concepts.,Familiarize with vendor management and cost optimization.

Behavioral questions

Describe a time you translated technical needs to business outcomes.,How do you prioritize product backlog items?,Share an experience managing cross-functional global teams.,How do you handle constructive conflict with vendors?

Frequently asked questions

What are the key responsibilities of a Technology Product Owner at VOIS?
As a Technology Product Owner at VOIS, you will be responsible for defining and executing the technology strategy, roadmap, and backlogs for Marketplace products. This includes translating product ambitions into scalable technology solutions, managing budgets, overseeing governance, and ensuring alignment with business objectives and technology standards.
What technical skills are most important for this Technology Product Owner role?
Key technical skills for this role include a strong understanding of platform or marketplace-based products, knowledge of SASE products, data privacy, and security-by-design principles. Experience with agile delivery frameworks like SAFe or Scrum, backlog management, and stakeholder engagement is also crucial.
What is the work arrangement for the Technology Product Owner position at VOIS India?
The Technology Product Owner position is based in VOIS India, suggesting a primary work location there. While the job description doesn't explicitly state remote or hybrid, roles in shared services organizations often involve a mix, but the core location is India.
How does VOIS approach professional growth for its Technology Product Owners?
VOIS offers opportunities for professional growth through complex product ownership, financial governance, and cross-functional leadership. You'll gain experience in advanced technology product strategy, large-scale product governance, and enhanced stakeholder leadership skills.
What is the application process like for a Technology Product Owner at VOIS?
The application process typically involves submitting your resume, followed by interviews that assess your technical expertise, product management skills, agile experience, and stakeholder engagement capabilities. VOIS encourages candidates to apply even if they don't meet every single requirement.
What kind of innovation and collaboration can I expect as a Technology Product Owner at VOIS?
VOIS fosters a collaborative and agile environment that values innovation and co-creation. You'll have the opportunity to shape and influence Marketplace technology platforms at scale, working with diverse teams across global markets.
How does VOIS support candidates who may not be a perfect fit for every requirement?
VOIS is committed to an inclusive workplace and encourages individuals to apply even if their experience doesn't align perfectly with every listed requirement. The recruitment team will help explore where your skills might best fit within the organization.