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Specialist AI Agile Product Owner Lead

Hybrid in Madrid·Added 3 months ago (last checked 20 Oct)

Vodafone Spain

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Our summary

Hours: Jornada intensiva on Fridays and in summer
Work mode: Hybrid, Madrid
Contract: Permanent
English: Required
Experience: 2+ years
Benefits: Private health insurance, life insurance, meal vouchers

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Skills

Requirements

What we're looking for

Strong understanding of Agile methodologies (Scrum) and product ownership practices.
Solid knowledge of SDN and transport network technologies in a multi-vendor environment.
Strong AI / Gen AI experience in Automation (LLMs, prompt engineering, and real‑world applications) and /or relevant certifications
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills across technical and non-technical teams.
Experience in backlog management, requirement engineering, and product lifecycle delivery.

Education & certifications

Experience in software development, design, and Agile frameworks (2-3 years).
Knowledge of SDN technologies, including REST/RESTCONF/NETCONF APIs and YANG data models.
Relevant experience and knowledge in AI/ GenAI automation, ML models

Pay & benefits

What you'll get

Hybrid work model
Bonus on top of the gross salary.
Meal voucher (Ticket Restaurant),
Flexible working hours from Monday to Thursday, and an intensive schedule on Fridays.
Intensive Summer Schedule during July and August.
Up to 20 days per year of 100% remote work from other locations.
Private Health and Life Insurance for employees.
25 vacation days, plus December 24th and 31st off.
Optional Pension Plan.
Access to an online learning platform for continuous training.

The role

Within the Telco domain, network programmability and automation are critical enablers of efficiency, resilience, and scalability. Vodafone is developing global SDN-based automation solutions for Transport and Transmission networks, increasingly enhanced with AI / GenAI capabilities to improve decision-making, reduce manual effort, and accelerate innovation.

The Automation Agile Product Owner is responsible for owning and driving the AI-enabled automation roadmap. Acting as a key cross-functional interface, the role bridges business, engineering, and data teams to maximise the value delivered by Agile development teams. The role ensures alignment between product vision, stakeholder needs, and execution, with a focus on delivering scalable AI-driven SDN automation solutions

What you'll do

Define and own the product vision, roadmap, epics, and release scope for AI/GenAI SDN automation solutions.
Manage and prioritise the product backlog, ensuring alignment with business priorities, dependencies, and delivery capacity.
Translate business, operational, and user needs into clear user stories, features, and backlog items.
Lead stakeholder engagement across product, engineering, and leadership teams to ensure alignment and shared understanding.
Drive use case definition and value realisation for AI-enabled automation (e.g. assurance, optimisation, anomaly detection

Hiring process

Please, apply with an English version of your CV.

About Vodafone Spain

Vodafone Spain is the Spanish subsidiary of Vodafone Group, one of the world's largest telecommunications companies. The company provides mobile and fixed-line services, broadband, and digital solutions to consumers and businesses, and is a major player in the Spanish telecom market. Vodafone Group is headquartered in Newbury, UK, and operates across Europe, Africa, and Asia, with a significant workforce globally.

In Spain, Vodafone has a strong presence with offices in Madrid and Barcelona, and its operations include network engineering, cybersecurity, IoT, cloud, and data analytics. The company is known for its focus on digital transformation and innovation, offering opportunities for international professionals in areas like cybersecurity, product management, and network engineering. Vodafone Spain is part of a global organization, providing a multicultural work environment and career development opportunities across its international network.

Industry: Telecom
Founded: 1984
Employees: 100,000+
Headquarters: Newbury, UK
In Spain: Madrid, Barcelona

Good to know if you are moving

Vodafone Spain has offices in Madrid and Barcelona, with a significant presence in the Spanish telecom market.
The company offers roles in cybersecurity, cloud, IoT, and data analytics, which are in high demand for international professionals.
As part of a global group, employees may have opportunities for cross-border mobility and collaboration.
Vodafone Spain is known for its focus on digital transformation and innovation, providing a dynamic work environment.
The company supports flexible working arrangements and has a diverse, multicultural workforce.

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Additional information

REF: 286365

Concerned you may not meet every requirement? Vodafone is committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive. If you are excited about this role but your experience does not align exactly with every aspect of the job description, you are encouraged to apply. You may be the right candidate for this or another opportunity, and the recruitment team will support you in exploring where your skills fit best.

Vodafone recognises and celebrates the value of diversity in building a workforce that reflects the customers and communities it serves. No form of discrimination is tolerated. This includes, but is not limited to, discrimination based on race, colour, age, veteran status, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, pregnancy, maternity or parental status, ethnicity, disability, religion or belief, political affiliation, trade union membership, nationality, citizenship, indigenous status, medical condition, HIV status, neurodiversity, social origin, cultural background, marital or civil partnership status, or socio-economic background.

At Vodafone, we're working hard to build a better future. A more connected, inclusive and sustainable world. As a dynamic global community, it's our human spirit, together with technology, that empowers us to achieve this.
We challenge and innovate in order to connect people, businesses, and communities across the world. Delighting our customers and earning their loyalty drive us, and we experiment, learn fast and get it done, together.
With us, you can truly be yourself and belong, share inspiration, embrace new opportunities, thrive, and make a real difference.

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