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Associate Product Owner

On-site in Madrid·Added 17 days ago

Indra

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Overview

Work mode
On-site, Madrid
English
Required
Experience
3+ years
Benefits
Flexible pay plan

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Skills

This job advert was originally written in Spanish.

Requirements

What we're looking for

Don't worry if you don't meet 100% of what we are looking for. Go ahead, get to know our proposal, and we will get to know what you can bring to us!

· Minimum 3 years of experience in roles such as Product Owner, functional coordination, PMO, or software product management.

· Experience in defining, refining, and prioritizing requirements.

· Experience in backlog management, task tracking, risks, and milestones.

· Knowledge and experience working with Agile methodologies, Scrum, or SAFe.

· Experience in preparing functional documentation, executive reports, meeting minutes, and monitoring materials.

· Proficiency in Jira, Confluence, Azure DevOps, or equivalent tools.

· Strong communication skills with clients, users, and technical teams.

· Proficiency in office and presentation tools.

· B2 level of English.

Nice to have

· Experience in defense, cybersecurity, or complex systems projects.

· Basic knowledge of software architecture, systems integration, and development lifecycle.

· Experience in defining user stories, use cases, and acceptance criteria.

· Knowledge of resource planning, reporting, and indicator tracking.

· Certifications such as PSPO, CSPO, Scrum Master, SAFe Agilist, PMI-ACP, PMP, ITIL, or equivalent related to product and project management.

· Analytical and synthesis skills.

· Communication, negotiation, and cross-functional coordination skills.

· Proactivity, autonomy, results orientation, and attention to detail.

Pay & benefits

What you'll get

· Stability and Future: Long-term projects at a leading defense company with more than 60,000 professionals and financial security.

· Innovative and High-Impact Projects: You will work with cutting-edge technologies, with an impact both nationally and internationally.

· Close and Transparent Environment: You will enjoy direct and fluid communication with managers and colleagues in a collaborative and open environment.

· Autonomy and Flexibility: You will have the freedom to organize your work, with real work-life balance adapted to your pace.

· Career plan tailored to you: Designed to boost your growth and professional development.

· Continuous training: at Open University and Udemy for Business (more than 6,000 courses to specialize!).

· Exclusive discounts for your well-being: Enjoy perks at gyms, restaurants, stores, entertainment, and much more as an Indra employee.

· Competitive compensation and flexible benefit plans tailored to your needs.

The role

At Indra Group, we protect what matters most.

We lead the development of cutting-edge technological solutions that strengthen national and international security.

Join our cyber defense team!

As part of our positioning as a leading company in the defense sector, we want to strengthen our team with a Product Owner Associate with experience in functional management of software products, cross-functional coordination, and Agile methodologies to join strategic technology transformation projects and the development of complex solutions.

What you'll do

· Support product management in the management, evolution, and prioritization of the backlog.

· Coordinate activities among technical teams, users, clients, and different areas involved in the project.

· Define, analyze, refine, and prioritize functional requirements, ensuring their traceability throughout the entire lifecycle.

· Monitor tasks, dependencies, milestones, risks, and action plans associated with the product.

· Prepare functional documentation, user stories, use cases, and acceptance criteria.

· Facilitate communication and alignment between business and technology.

· Participate in the planning of iterations, refinements, reviews, and Agile ceremonies.

· Collaborate in the functional validation of developments and deliverables before their release to production.

· Prepare executive reports, meeting minutes, and monitoring materials for management and clients.

· Manage tracking and planning tools such as Jira, Confluence, Azure DevOps, or equivalent.

· Monitor indicators and report on product progress.

· Ensure proper traceability between requirements, developments, tests, and deliverables.

Hiring process

2 steps2 interviews1–2 weeks in all
  1. Profile review

  2. First contact

    With recruitment team · Phone call · 5–10 min

    A short call to get to know you and answer your questions.

  3. Technical interview

    With the team

    A meeting with the team, who explain the project and day-to-day tasks and explore your technical knowledge; it may include short aptitude and English tests.

  4. Offer and welcome

  • The technical interview may include short psychological aptitude and English tests if needed.
  • The first call may come from an unknown number.

Hiring process

  • Profile review: We evaluate your experience and skills to determine whether you fit what we are looking for.

  • First contact (5-10 min): If you receive a call from an unknown number, it is our team! It will be a quick conversation to get to know you and answer any questions.

  • Technical interview: You will meet with the team, who will explain the project and daily tasks to you. We will also explore your technical knowledge. In addition, we will give you brief assessments of psychological competencies and English.

  • Offer and welcome: If everything goes well, you will join our team and we will begin this new stage together!

Estimated Time: 1-2 weeks.

About Indra

Indra is a global technology and consulting company headquartered in Madrid, Spain, and a leader in IT and defense systems. It provides advanced solutions in air traffic management, defense electronics, cybersecurity, and digital transformation for clients worldwide. With a workforce of over 50,000 employees, Indra operates in more than 140 countries, making it one of Europe's largest defense and technology firms.

In Spain, Indra has a strong presence with major offices in Madrid, Alcobendas, and other cities, and it is a key player in the national defense and aerospace sectors. The company offers a wide range of roles for international professionals, from engineering and cybersecurity to project management and software development. Indra's work culture emphasizes innovation and technical excellence, and it actively recruits international talent, providing opportunities to work on cutting-edge projects in defense, space, and digital transformation.

Industry
IT and Defense
Founded
1993
Employees
50,000+
Headquarters
Madrid, Spain
In Spain
Madrid, Barcelona, Alcobendas

Good to know if you are moving

  • Indra is a major defense contractor, offering opportunities to work on advanced defense systems like SCAPA and NGWS.
  • The company has a strong focus on innovation, with significant investment in R&D and technology development.
  • Indra provides hybrid and remote work options for many roles, offering flexibility for international hires.
  • With offices in Madrid and Barcelona, Indra offers a chance to live in Spain's two largest cities.
  • Indra is a global leader in air traffic management, with its systems used in over 100 countries.

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Additional information

Our commitment is to promote work environments where people are treated with respect and dignity, ensuring the professional development of the staff and guaranteeing equal opportunities in their selection, training, and promotion, offering a work environment free of any discrimination based on gender, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, ethnicity, marital status, or any other personal or social circumstance.

¡INDRA is a Top Employer 2026 company! Join a company certified as one of the best employers in Spain, thanks to our comprehensive HR management and the conditions we offer our professionals.

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