Technical Product Owner

Technical Product Owner
Work setup:
We operate in a hybrid work environment, and we encourage applicants who are open to working in the office two days a week to apply.

Work schedule:
Monday to Friday, 3PM to 11PM Manila time, overlaps with UK operating hours

Employment type:
Fixed Term (1 year)

Location:
Makati City, Metro Manila

Pay range:
We value transparency and want to ensure a good fit for both parties. We encourage applicants who are comfortable within the salary range of
Php 102,000 to 140,000
to apply.

Discover a world of endless possibilities with Cambridge University Press & Assessment, a distinguished global academic publisher and assessment organization proudly affiliated with the prestigious University of Cambridge.

We are looking for a dedicated Technical Product Owner for a fixed term of 12 months to join our team. The ideal candidate will play a key role in shaping and delivering technology solutions that support our global assessment operations.
Why Cambridge?
Cambridge University Press & Assessment is a world-renowned not-for-profit academic publisher and assessment organisation, proudly part of the prestigious University of Cambridge. With a legacy rooted in over 800 years of educational excellence, we are dedicated to unlocking the potential of learners and educators across the globe.

Joining Cambridge's second largest global office in the Philippines —operating for over 22 years with 1,300+ colleagues— means becoming a part of an extraordinary institution renowned worldwide. We are recognised as a Great Place to Work for three consecutive years, reflecting our inclusive culture, strong sense of purpose, and commitment to the professional growth and well-being of our people. At Cambridge, we don't just publish books or deliver tests—we empower progress, inspire curiosity, and champion the pursuit of knowledge.

What can you get from Cambridge?
At Cambridge, you'll become a part of a vibrant and forward-thinking community that transcends tradition, fostering a culture of continuous growth and personal development. Here, we provide the right environment for you to thrive, supporting your professional journey and empowering you to reach your highest potential. That is why our pay philosophy is intricately tied to your skills and competencies, ensuring that your compensation aligns with the unique value you bring to the role you are applying for.

The organization offers a wide range of benefits and opportunities including:

• Regular Employment on Day 1
• HMO Coverage and Life Insurance on Day 1
• Paid Annual Leaves (Vacation, Well-being, Flexible, Holiday, and Volunteering leaves)
• Vesting/Retirement package
• Opportunities for career growth and development
• Access to well-being programs
• Flexible schedule, hybrid work arrangement and work-life balance
• Opportunity to collaborate with colleagues from diverse branches that will expand your horizons and enrich your understanding of different cultures

What will you do as a Technical Product Owner?
Reporting to the Delivery Lead, your accountabilities will include:

• Own the product backlog and define user stories
• Collaborate with development and UX teams to deliver intuitive and scalable solutions
• Support testing, incident resolution, and agile coaching
• Contribute to large-scale projects by ensuring comprehensive reporting, KPI tracking, and effective data communication
• Influence product vision and roadmaps aligned with strategic goals
• Ensure applications deliver real value to users

What makes you the ideal candidate for this role?
An ideal candidate has the following qualities:

Essential:

• Proven experience in product ownership, business analysis, or project management in a tech-driven environment
• Skilled in Agile and Scrum practices, including backlog management and user story creation
• Strong collaboration with developers, UX designers, and testers to deliver quality solutions
• Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and problem-solving skills
• Familiar with AWS, cloud applications, and emerging AI tools; quick to learn new systems

Desirable:

• Exposure to exam board processes or assessment technologies
• Appreciation of cross-time zone collaboration
• Basic Python experience (particularly with the pandas and PySpark libraries)
• Knowledge of using Hue, Hadoop

Are you driven by desire to be part of a globally renowned institution that celebrates innovation, embraces inclusion, and empowers learners? Then, we invite you to Pursue your Potential with us.

Only applications received through the system will be reviewed on a rolling basis and may close the vacancy once sufficient applications are received. Therefore, if you are interested, tailor-fit your CV (advantageous if you submit one with a Cover Letter) and submit as early as possible
.