About the job We are seeking an experienced Microsoft Data & AI Product Owner to drive the strategy, design, and implementation of innovative Data & AI solutions. This role requires deep expertise in Microsoft technologies, product ownership, and a passion for delivering business value through cutting-edge AI and analytics solutions. As a Product Owner, you will bridge the gap between business needs and technical capabilities, translating strategic goals into actionable product roadmaps. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams, including solution architects, engineers, and sales, ensuring seamless execution of Data & AI initiatives. Key Responsibilities Product Strategy & Vision: Define and drive the Data & AI product roadmap, aligning with business objectives and market trends. Microsoft Data & AI Expertise: Leverage Azure services such as Azure Synapse, Azure Data Factory, Azure Databricks, Microsoft Power BI, and AI solutions to architect scalable, high-performing platforms. Solution Design & Implementation: Work closely with development teams to translate business needs into innovative Data & AI solutions, ensuring performance, scalability, and security. Agile & Backlog Management: Own and prioritize the product backlog, defining user stories, acceptance criteria, and managing dependencies. Collaboration & Stakeholder Engagement: Partner with data engineers, solution architects, and sales teams to ensure successful implementation of Data & AI solutions. Presales & Customer Engagement: Support sales teams in customer engagements, capturing requirements, and shaping tailored solutions. Thought Leadership: Stay ahead of industry trends, drive innovation, and contribute to the company’s Data & AI strategy. Job Requirements Proven Experience: Multiple years' of experience in product ownership, solution architecture, or data analytics roles, with a strong focus on Microsoft Data & AI solutions. Technical Expertise: Hands-on experience with Azure Synapse, Azure Data Factory, Databricks, Power BI, and AI/ML technologies. Product Ownership & Agile: Experience working in Scrum teams as a Product Owner, managing backlogs, roadmaps, and cross-functional collaboration. Strong Communication & Leadership: Ability to engage both technical and non-technical stakeholders, driving alignment and decision-making. Certifications: Preferred Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert or Azure Data Fundamentals. Company description SoftwareOne is in the middle of an exciting transformation journey, becoming one of the fastest-growing global platform, solution, and technology service providers. We offer a full suite of solutions to help organizations transform their technology landscape, and optimize their technology investments, in an increasingly software-defined and cloud-first world. Combining this with our legacy of being a trusted partner to >65,000 customers globally, means that our growth is only just beginning!