Data Product Owner

Product Owner / Data Owner

We are seeking an initiative-taking and data-driven Product & Data Owner to lead the development and continuous improvement of our Centralized Crossing Data Initiative. This role is critical in enhancing rail crossing safety, optimizing system integrations, and creating a single source of truth to meet regulatory compliance through innovative technology and data analytics. The ideal candidate will have experience in rail transportation systems, data management design, particularly rail infrastructure, and possess strong analytical and stakeholder management skills.

Key Responsibilities :

• Proactive and results-driven professional with a strong sense of ownership and persistence in achieving.
• Own the product vision, strategy, and roadmap for the Centralized Crossing Data Initiative, aligning with safety, operational, and regulatory goals.
• Collaborate with rail operators, GIS analysts, and engineering teams to gather and prioritize requirements.
• Translate stakeholder needs into clear user stories, technical specifications, and acceptance criteria.
• Analyze rail crossing data from multiple legacy systems ranging from GIS to incident management, and our dispatching system. Identify inconsistencies and gaps to improve data quality creating a single source of truth for centralized crossings.
• Work closely with development teams to deliver features that improve crossing safety data.
• Ensure integration with GIS platforms, real-time data feeds, and external systems (e.g., FRA databases, ticket systems, and dispatch systems).
• Define & Monitor product performance using KPIs.
• Facilitate Agile ceremonies including sprint planning, backlog grooming, and product demos.

Required Qualifications :

Preferred Qualifications :

Benefits (employee contribution) :

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.