About KATIMKATIM is a leader in the development of innovative secure communication products and solutions for governments and businesses. As part of the Space & Cyber Technologies cluster at EDGE, one of the world’s leading advanced technology groups, KATIM delivers trust in a world where cyber risks are a constant threat, and fulfils the increasing demand for advanced cyber capabilities by delivering robust, secure, end-to-end solutions centred on four core business units: Networks, Ultra Secure Mobile Devices, Applications, and Satellite Communications. Our talented team of cross functional experts continually takes-on new challenges. We work with the energy of a start-up yet the discipline of a large business to make solutions and products work for our customers at scale.Job Purpose (specific To This Role)The Product Owner / Technical Product Manager will define and drive the product vision, strategy, and roadmap to support our AI-augmented product development team. This role bridges business objectives and technical execution—translating customer and mission requirements into clear, actionable specifications for the product development organization.You will work in a highly empowered environment where the software development lifecycle is augmented by AI. Traditional roles and repetitive tasks are automated or AI-assisted, enabling the team to deliver secure, production-grade applications with the velocity and quality that typically require significantly larger teams.AI-Augmented Product Development Model (Context for the Role)We are a lean, AI-augmented product development team delivering production-ready, enterprise-grade secure applications with the quality and velocity typically requiring 3–4x larger organizations. Every role in the traditional SDLC is either AI-augmented or automated, allowing teams to focus on design, architecture, and high-impact decision-making.Core Principles Security is integrated into every decision, from architecture to deployment. Repetitive tasks are automated; human effort is focused on strategy and problem-solving. Quality is measurable, enforced, and automated at every stage. All system behaviors—including AI-assisted outputs—must be traceable, reviewable, and explainable. We do not ship “black box” functionality. Design and implementation decisions prioritize resilience, maintainability, and interoperability in real customer environmentsKey ResponsibilitiesVision & Strategy (30%) Define product vision and roadmap aligned with business goals Conduct user research and competitive analysis Identify market opportunities and validate with stakeholders Set and track key metrics (OKRs, KPIs)Backlog Management (40%) Maintain and prioritize product backlog based on value and effort Write clear user stories with acceptance criteria Groom backlog with the product development team Make real-time trade-off decisions during sprintsStakeholder Collaboration (20%) Communicate progress to executives and stakeholders Gather and synthesize feedback from users and business teams Manage expectations and negotiate scope Ensure alignment across the organizationTeam Enablement (10%) Unblock engineers by clarifying requirements Validate features in staging before production release Participate in demos and retrospectives Foster team culture and moraleKey Activities – Daily, Weekly, Monthly and Quaterly Daily: Review pull requests for UX/scope, answer team questions, monitor metrics Weekly: Sprint planning, backlog grooming, stakeholder updates, user interviews Monthly: Roadmap reviews, OKR check-ins, competitive analysis Quarterly: Strategy planning, major stakeholder presentationsEducation and Mnimum Qualification BS in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Mathematics or related field, or equivalent experience in industry / Masters preferred. 7+ years product management with 3+ years in security-critical products (B2B Saa S) 3+ years working with cross-functional product development teams Strong understanding of Agile/Scrum methodologies Experience shipping mobile and web applications Data-driven decision making with analytics tools (Mixpanel, Amplitude, GA) Excellent written and verbal communication skills Technical enough to understand architecture discussionsKey SkillsAI-Specific Skills: Understanding of LLM capabilities and limitations Ability to write effective prompts for AI-assisted development Comfort with AI ethics and bias considerationsOther Highly Desirable Skills: Experience with AI/ML products or features Background in engineering or design Understanding of mobile app ecosystems (i OS, Android) Familiarity with React Native, Flutter, or similar frameworks Experience with API-first product development Strong grasp of cryptography basics, authentication/authorization patterns (OAuth2, SAML, Zero Trust) Deep understanding of OWASP Top 10, SANS Top 25, and common vulnerability patterns Proficiency with AI tools: Claude, Chat GPT, Git Hub Copilot for research and analysis Previous startup or high-growth company experienceSuccess Metrics Product Velocity: Features shipped per sprint User Satisfaction: NPS, CSAT scores, app store ratings Business Impact: Conversion rates, revenue growth, user retention Team Health: Sprint completion rate, velocity trend, team satisfactionPersonality & Work Style User-obsessed: Deep empathy for user needs and pain points Decisive: Makes informed decisions quickly with incomplete information Collaborative: Builds consensus while maintaining vision Adaptive: Thrives in ambiguity and fast-changing environments Data-informed: Balances quantitative data with qualitative insights Technical curiosity: Eager to understand how things work under the hood#KATIM