Network Design Data Product Owner

Are you passionate about shaping the future of the electricity network and supporting the UK's transition to a Net Zero energy system We are seeking a Network Design Data Product Owner to join the Network Design Digital & Data team. In this role, you will support the development, delivery, and continuous improvement of data products that enable smarter planning, design, optimization, and management of the electricity transmission network across England and Wales.Working closely with the Data Product Manager, business stakeholders, engineers, architects, analysts, and development teams, you will help deliver user-centric, high-quality data products that provide trusted, timely, and actionable insights to support operational excellence and strategic decision-making.At Zensar, we’re “experience-led everything”. We are committed to conceptualizing, designing, engineering, marketing, and managing digital solutions and experiences for over 130 leading enterprises. We are a company driven by a bold purpose: Together, we shape experiences for better futures. Whether for our clients, our people, or the world around us, this belief powers everything we do. At the heart of our culture is ONE with Client - a set of four core values that reflect who we are and how we work: One Zensar, Nurturing, Empowering, and Client Focus. Part of the $4.8 billion RPG Group, we’re a community of 10,000+ innovators across 30+ global locations, including Milpitas, Seattle, Princeton, Cape Town, London, Zurich, Singapore, and Mexico City. Explore Life at Zensar and join us to Grow. Own. Achieve. Learn. to be the best version of yourself. We believe the best work happens when individuality is celebrated, growth is encouraged, and well-being is prioritized. We are an equal employment opportunity (EEO) and affirmative action employer, committed to creating an inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, creed, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, citizenship, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, marital status, family medical leave status, or protected veteran status.Required QualificationsBachelor's degree or equivalent experience in:BusinessEngineeringData ScienceComputer ScienceInformation SystemsRelated disciplineExperience in a Product Owner, Business Analyst, Data Analyst, or Data Product environment.Understanding of Agile delivery methodologies.Experience using Agile tools such as:JiraConfluenceAzure DevOps (preferred)Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.Excellent written, verbal, and stakeholder communication skills.Ability to work effectively across multidisciplinary teams.Required SkillsPrimary SkillsData Product OwnershipProduct Backlog ManagementAgile / Scrum MethodologiesRequirements Gathering & AnalysisUser Story CreationStakeholder ManagementBusiness AnalysisData GovernanceData Quality ManagementData Lifecycle ManagementData Product Lifecycle ManagementSecondary SkillsData Lineage & Metadata ManagementMaster Data Management (MDM)API-Based Data ProductsData IntegrationPower BI / Data VisualizationProduct Roadmap DevelopmentUser Research & Product DiscoveryTest Coordination & User Acceptance TestingAnalytics & ReportingOperational Decision-Support PlatformsDigital Twin PlatformsEngineering Data PlatformsPreferred QualificationsExperience with data visualization and analytics tools such as Power BI.Understanding of API-based products, data integration, and cloud-based data platforms.Experience working with engineering, asset, or operational data.Familiarity with data governance, metadata management, and data quality frameworks.Experience working with cross-functional teams including:CustomersArchitectsEngineersDevelopersTestersExposure to data-heavy products, analytics platforms, operational decision-support systems, or digital twin solutions.Domain Experience (Preferred)Energy & UtilitiesElectricity Transmission NetworksAsset ManagementNetwork Design & PlanningOperational Data PlatformsInfrastructure EngineeringKey Success MetricsSuccessful delivery of data products aligned to business objectives.User adoption and stakeholder satisfaction.Improvement in data accessibility, quality, and usability.Effective backlog prioritization and release management.Delivery of actionable insights through trusted data products.Increased data-driven decision making across Network Design teams.Improvement in operational planning and network optimization outcomes.Key ResponsibilitiesData Product OwnershipSupport the Data Product Manager in managing the end-to-end lifecycle of data products, from discovery and definition through delivery and continuous improvement.Assist in developing and maintaining product roadmaps aligned with business objectives and user needs.Define, refine, and prioritize product backlogs to maximize business value and user impact.Create and maintain user stories, acceptance criteria, and product documentation.Stakeholder CollaborationEngage with stakeholders across Network Design, Engineering, Data, and Business teams to understand requirements and challenges.Facilitate workshops and discussions to gather business needs and translate them into product requirements.Support stakeholder communications, product demonstrations, and adoption activities.Act as a bridge between business users and technical delivery teams.Data & Analytics EnablementIdentify and define critical data requirements that support operational and planning decisions.Collaborate with data analysts, engineers, and SMEs to validate data quality, business rules, source systems, and assumptions.Support the design and enhancement of data products that improve accessibility, reliability, and usability of data.Promote data-driven decision-making across the organization.Agile DeliveryParticipate in Agile ceremonies including sprint planning, backlog refinement, daily stand-ups, reviews, and retrospectives.Work closely with cross-functional delivery teams to ensure successful product releases.Coordinate testing activities, feedback collection, and continuous improvement initiatives.Monitor product performance and user adoption metrics to inform future enhancements.Data Governance & Product OptimizationMaintain a strong understanding of data attributes, metadata, and enterprise data product catalogues.Support data governance, lineage, master data, and integration initiatives.Contribute to improving data quality, consistency, and compliance standards.Help establish best practices for managing and scaling data products.Posting Date: 2026-07-17