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# Product Owner

- **Company:** Raft LLC
- **Location:** Colorado Springs, CO, United States
- **Salary:** $130,000.0 - $170,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Data Security, Scrum Methodology, Scaled Agile Framework, Software Engineering, Software Systems
- **Published:** October 12, 2026
- **Apply:** https://diversityjobs.com/career/18626768/Product-Owner-Colorado-Colorado-Springs

## About the Role

Strong technical aptitude, the ability to understand complex software solutions, and a proactive approach to problem-solving are essential to success in this role., * 15+ years of experience in program, project, or product management with a focus on SAFe and/or Scrum Agile frameworks

 * Proven ability to align with Product and Delivery leadership to prioritize the product backlog
 * Experience defining product functionality and writing detailed user stories and epics with strong end-user empathy
 * Demonstrated skill managing sprints, including planning, review, and acceptance of completed work
 * Ability to apply SAFe Agile methods to support disciplined software development and frequent inspection
 * Clear, effective communication of product vision and user stories to both technical teams and clients
 * Track record of delivering product acceptance criteria and ensuring quality outcomes
 * Comfortable thriving in fast-paced, ambiguous environments and driving clarity where needed
 * Strong written and verbal communication skills, including experience engaging with senior DoD stakeholders
 * Ability to balance day-to-day execution with long-term strategic thinking

Highly preferred:

 * Experience working with DoD customers
 * Track record of managing program financials, including P&L ownership
 * Familiarity with data security practices
 * SAFe POPM or APM certification

Clearance Requirements:

 * Active Secret security clearance with ability to obtain Top Secret/SCI

## Description

As a Product Owner leveraging the Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe), you will play a critical role in supporting the development and delivery of mission-critical technology solutions within a complex defense environment. We are seeking a proven leader and problem solver who thrives in a fast-paced, high-impact setting and can drive results as part of a high-performing technical team.

In this role, you will help drive data-informed decisions, establish product priorities, and ensure the successful delivery of cybersecurity and technology capabilities. You will work closely with cross-functional teams and program leadership to align product development with organizational objectives and evolving mission requirements.

You will take ownership of product health, balancing execution, strategy, and stakeholder relationships to drive successful outcomes. This includes building and maintaining the product backlog for Program Increment (PI) Planning, collaborating with Product Management and technical leadership, and shaping the product roadmap as priorities evolve.

Day to day, you will gather and validate requirements, develop a deep understanding of the business and technical objectives behind the team's work, and ensure development efforts align with broader program goals. You will manage product roadmaps, oversee delivery execution, and provide strategic direction while adapting to shifting priorities.