Job Description

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Description

We're looking for a

Software Product Owner

to join Rowden's

Forward Deployed Team

, supporting the delivery of mission-critical mobile applications for military users. You'll work at the intersection of product, users and delivery - shaping Android-based apps that are operationally relevant, intuitive, and robust in demanding environments. You'll need to be mission-driven, flexible, comfortable with ambiguity, and confident working closely with people to get things done.



You'll be based in our Bristol HQ, with the flexibility to work from home. The role is fully dedicated to a high-priority customer project. You won't be forward deployed full-time, but you'll work closely with stakeholders and users, spending time on site weekly or fortnightly (site is approx. 90 minutes from Bristol). Some months may require more frequent visits.




Bristol-based | Hybrid with customer site visits | SC Clearance required

Permanent or Fixed Term | Start ASAP###

Key Responsibilities

As Software Product Owner you'll:Define and own the product direction for a suite of operational Android applications Work with a dedicated external software delivery team to ensure outcomes align with user needs Collaborate with military users and customer stakeholders to shape priorities Partner with a Rowden Principal Product Owner to steer product delivery Maintain agile delivery processes: backlogs, prioritisation, user stories and iteration planning Ensure each release is functional, relevant, and ready for its intended environment


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Skills, Knowledge and Ways of Working

What you'll bring

Experience delivering software products in agile environments Mobile (Android) development experience Strong stakeholder management and communication skills Background in public sector or defence settings (desirable) Eligible for or already hold SC clearance

What matters to us

We're looking for someone who:Cares - G.A.S. - about the mission, the users, getting good technology in the hands of users Is flexible, adaptable and able to deal with the unknown Has strong interpersonal skills and thrives in a collaborative setting Is mission-focused and committed to delivering value where it matters Is excited by the opportunity to work on real-world, meaningful challenges Is committed to learning and continuous personal development


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Why work with us?

The Forward Deployed Team

As a member of Rowden's Forward Deployed Team, you'll collaborate directly with customers, tackling their most complex technology challenges. From diagnosing critical issues to deploying innovative solutions, you'll be at the forefront of solving real-world problems that matter. If you're hands-on, thrive in fast-paced environments, and want to see the impact of your work up close - this is the team for you.



What's in it for you: Impact and Purpose:Your work makes a difference - directly supporting defence, national security, and frontline operators. Professional Growth:Experience faster learning, deeper technical challenges, and exposure to real-world constraints that sharpen your skills. Team Expansion:Be part of a growing team that's delivering results and scaling up. Help us shape what forward deployment looks like as we expand into new projects and new regions.


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About Rowden

We're building the next UK-headquartered engineering powerhouse.

At Rowden, we design and integrate advanced systems that sense, connect, and protect data in challenging environments where quick decisions are vital. Our solutions use intelligent automation to enhance speed and efficiency and are built to be reliable and straightforward for critical operations in remote or high-pressure settings.

What matters to us?

Our focus is on the end user. We exist to deliver the best possible outcomes for the users of our systems. Pace matters. The problems we solve are urgent. Our diverse skills and backgrounds make us better. Our team prides itself on being inclusive and multidisciplinary. We are radically honest. Saying what we mean, even when it isn't easy. We are pragmatists. We provide realistic, focused solutions that get to the point. * We improve continuously. We are relentless in our drive to make things better.