Software Product Owner
As a Software Product Owner, you’ll be the vital bridge between business needs and technical execution, shaping internal software solutions that drive Rocket Lab’s operations forward.
You’ll lead the full product lifecycle—from concept through delivery—working with cross‑functional teams to prioritize the right features, deliver quality solutions, and iterate continuously.
Your decisions will directly impact how we build, launch, and improve—from the factory floor to mission control.
What you’ll get to do
- Build and communicate a clear product roadmap aligned with strategic goals and user need
- Manage the complete product lifecycle, ensuring quality, scalability, and innovation
- Translate business needs into actionable user stories and define clear development cycles
- Lead both internal and external customer requests, ensuring that the software delivers real value and fits end‑user needs
- Serve as Scrum Master, driving agile development practices and continuous improvement
- Act as the liaison between stakeholders and technical teams—bringing clarity, direction, and alignment
- Use data, KPIs, and user feedback to guide decision‑making and refine product strategy
- Champion communication across teams to foster a collaborative and iterative software development culture
You’ll bring these qualifications
- 5+ years in product ownership, product management, or software development
- Strong understanding of agile and the full software lifecycle
- Proficiency with tools like Jira, Confluence, GitLab
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management
- Technical insight and a passion for innovation
- Bonus if you’ve worked with C++, Python, Rust, or CI/CD systems
These qualifications would be nice to have
- Finance, Manufacturing or Supply Chain knowledge and experience
- Strong understanding of lean, waterfall and agile methodologies
- Process Improvement or Project Engineering experience
- Knowledge of CI/CD systems
Ready to shape the future of space tech?
Apply now and launch your next mission with Rocket Lab.
Internal applicants are kindly requested to submit their application within 7 days to ensure full consideration, closing date for submission: 23 July 2025.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Rocket Lab provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants… (full EEO statement retained for legal compliance)
ITAR Compliance
To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, Rocket Lab employees must be a U.S. citizen, lawful U.S. permanent resident, or otherwise eligible for required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State and/or the U.S. Department of Commerce.
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