Pauwels Consulting
Product Owner – Network Design Tooling
hybrid • BEL • lead • Не указана
Our client, a leading telecommunications provider, is looking for a Product Owner to spearhead the development of network design and inventory systems. This role centers on defining a strategic product vision while leading a multidisciplinary team through large-scale infrastructure modernization.
**Responsibilities**
* Define and execute the product vision and roadmap for the network design and inventory domain.
* Own and prioritize the product backlog while translating strategic objectives into actionable team goals.
* Lead and coach a multidisciplinary team of analysts and developers, including vendor resources.
* Manage relationships with external delivery partners and vendors to drive delivery excellence.
* Align stakeholders across complex business domains to manage competing priorities effectively.
* Contribute to application modernization initiatives involving cloud adoption and automation practices.
**Requirements**
* You bring 5+ years of experience as a Product Owner, Product Lead, or in a similar leadership role.
* You possess proven experience in people management and leading multidisciplinary technical teams.
* You have a strong background in Agile methodologies and vendor management.
* You're experienced in working within complex enterprise environments and managing diverse stakeholders.
* You possess the ability to build and communicate a clear, long-term product vision.
* You have experience working closely with software developers and technical analysts.
* You bring a Master's degree or equivalent through professional experience.
* You are proactive and possess strong strategic thinking skills.
* You are fluent in English.
**Nice to Haves**
* Experience in telecom, utilities, or engineering infrastructure environments.
* Familiarity with fiber, HFC, OSS/BSS, or Physical Network Inventory tooling.
* Knowledge of modernization initiatives involving Cloud, CI/CD, and test automation.
* Proficiency in Dutch.
**Offer**
* Start date: ASAP
* Duration: until end of 2026 (extension possible)
* Work regime: Full-time
* Location: Mechelen
* Working model: Hybrid (3-4 days onsite)
* Contract: open to both permanent employees and freelancers