Product Owner - Lead (Hemisphere-Space Defense)

Galaxia Technologies • Los Angeles, CA

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About The Position

At Galaxia Technologies, we blend deep technical expertise with agile thinking to design and deliver scalable, impactful solutions. Our team brings cutting-edge knowledge, specialized skillsets, and a future-focused mindset—empowering clients to drive innovation and tackle their most critical challenges at an enterprise scale. Galaxia Technologies Inc. is seeking a Lead Product Owner to drive the strategic direction and delivery of mission-critical software solutions. As the Lead Product Owner, you will be responsible for managing multiple product backlogs, aligning cross-functional teams, and ensuring successful execution of product strategies. This role requires a proven leader with a strong technical background, excellent communication skills, and the ability to deliver high-impact results in complex and dynamic environments.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Information Systems, or a related field and 10+ years experience in product management, product ownership, or a related role; or Master’s Degree and 8+ years of experience.
• Strong expertise in Agile methodologies (e.g., Scrum, Kanban) and product lifecycle management.
• Proven track record of managing multiple product backlogs and delivering enterprise-level software solutions.
• Excellent leadership and decision-making skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities effectively.
• Highly proficient in tools such as Jira, Confluence, and other product management platforms.
• Exceptional communication and presentation skills, with experience engaging stakeholders at all levels.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to use data to drive product decisions.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a TS/SCI clearance and willingness to take a CI polygraph.

Nice To Haves

• Certifications such as Certified Scrum Product Owner (CSPO), SAFe Product Owner/Product Manager, or similar.
• Experience leading product teams in DevSecOps environments and CI/CD pipelines.
• Familiarity with user experience (UX) design principles and practices.
• Previous experience in government or defense-related product development environments.
• Expertise in aligning product strategy with organizational and mission objectives.

Responsibilities

• Define and communicate the product vision, goals, and roadmap, ensuring alignment with organizational objectives.
• Manage multiple product backlogs, prioritizing features and tasks based on business value, customer needs, and technical feasibility.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to gather requirements, define user stories, and establish clear acceptance criteria.
• Lead Agile ceremonies, including sprint planning, backlog grooming, and retrospectives, to drive efficient development workflows.
• Act as the primary point of contact between stakeholders and development teams, ensuring alignment and clear communication.
• Monitor product performance, collect user feedback, and identify opportunities for improvement and innovation.
• Provide leadership and mentorship to product owners, fostering a culture of collaboration and continuous improvement.
• Ensure products meet quality standards and deliver exceptional user experiences.
• Prepare and deliver updates, reports, and presentations to senior leadership and stakeholders.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level