Technical Product Owner - CI/CD Platform (Kubernetes / OpenShift / ArgoCD)

About Nexttech

Founded in 2015, Nexttech has built a solid foundation in delivering comprehensive IT solutions tailored to meet diverse client needs. With expertise spanning five key industry sectors—Banking, Energy, Telecom, Automotive and E-commerce & Logistics—we provide nearshore and onshore services designed to drive efficiency and support strategic growth.

Our team supports every phase of the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC), from developing detailed roadmaps and resolving complex software challenges to ensuring quick time-to-market and optimized ROI.

Our Core Services:

• Managed Services: End-to-end support for seamless IT operations.
• Custom Software Development: Tailored solutions to address specific business challenges.
• Team Augmentation: Enhance your in-house capabilities with specialized expertise.
• Nearshoring Services: Collaborative solutions that offer the benefits of proximity and cultural alignment.
• Dedicated Development Teams: Aligned teams committed to your project’s long-term success.
• Quality Assurance & Testing: Ensuring high-quality performance and reliability.
• Consulting and Advisory Services: Expert insights to help navigate complex projects and decisions.

At Nexttech, we take pride in our commitment to client success, fostering trusted partnerships, and delivering solutions that align with each client’s unique goals and vision.

JOB DESCRIPTION

We are looking for a Technical Product Owner (CI/CD Platform) to lead the evolution of our CI/CD platform running on a private cloud infrastructure. This role is ideal for someone passionate about DevOps, platform engineering, and cloud-native technologies, with strong technical expertise and product ownership capabilities.

Main tech: #Kubernetes #OpenShift #ArgoCD #GitOps #CI/CD #Java #Microservices #DevOps #CloudNative

Key Responsibilities

Product Ownership & Delivery

• Own and manage the CI/CD platform backlog for DevOps teams
• Define, refine, and prioritize user stories and acceptance criteria
• Translate business and engineering needs into clear technical requirements
• Work closely with DevOps engineers, architects, and development teams
• Ensure predictable and high-quality delivery of platform capabilities

CI/CD Platform Strategy

• Define and evolve CI/CD standards, templates, and best practices
• Drive adoption of GitOps workflows using ArgoCD
• Ensure efficient build, test, and deployment pipelines for Java applications
• Continuously improve developer experience and reduce time-to-production

Architecture & Technical Leadership

• Contribute to the design of CI/CD pipelines on Kubernetes / OpenShift
• Ensure platform scalability, resilience, and maintainability
• Align CI/CD architecture with enterprise and cloud-native standards
• Support tool selection and integration decisions

DevSecOps & Quality Integration

• Promote integration of security and quality checks into pipelines
• Ensure CI/CD processes align with security and compliance requirements
• Support shift-left practices across development teams

What will drive your success?

• Proven experience as a Technical Product Owner / Product Owner in DevOps or platform teams
• Strong understanding of CI/CD principles and pipeline design
• Hands-on experience with Kubernetes and/or OpenShift
• Experience with GitOps practices and tools such as ArgoCD
• Familiarity with Java-based application delivery pipelines
• Solid understanding of containerization and microservices architecture
• Ability to write clear, structured user stories for engineering teams
• Experience working in Agile / Scrum environments
• Strong prioritization skills based on business impact and value
• Good understanding of cloud-native and platform architecture
• Ability to collaborate with architects and challenge/validate design decisions

Nice to Have

• Experience with artifact repositories (e.g., Artifactory)
• Familiarity with SCA / security tools (e.g., Nexus IQ)
• Experience with CI tools (Jenkins, GitLab CI, Tekton, etc.)
• Infrastructure as Code (Terraform, Ansible)
• Observability tooling (Prometheus, Grafana, ELK)

Our Culture: What Sets Us Apart

At Nexttech, we don’t rely on polished platitudes; instead, we let our team members’ voices speak to the essence of who we are:

• “An organization that always listens to feedback from employees, continuously improving based on input and suggestions.”
• “A culture that encourages work-life balance and independence at work.”
• “A place where genuine communication and respect thrive between all levels of the company.”
• “An organization that’s close to people, where kindness and support are constants.”
• “A culture that makes new members feel welcomed, involved in day-to-day decisions, and valued for their unique skill set from day one.”
• “A team that promotes psychological safety and the confidence to speak your mind without fear.”

Join Us and Bring Your Full Self to Work

We promise an environment where respect, openness, and recognition are at the core of your experience. Here, you’ll find a collaborative and responsible team that values fun, autonomy, and flexibility. You’ll face challenges that allow you to grow, supported every step of the way by peers and leadership alike.

What We Look for in You:

If you possess strong technical expertise, a product mindset, a collaborative spirit, and a proactive attitude, along with resilience, flexibility, and a desire to support your teammates, you’ll fit right in at Nexttech.

Come be part of a place where your effort is valued, your ideas are heard, and your growth is our priority.