Systems Engineer, Product Owner - Bluestaq LLC

Systems Engineer, Product Owner (Component Owner)

Position Type: Full Time

Location: Colorado Springs, Colorado. This is not a remote position.

Additional Compensation: This position is eligible for an end-of-year bonus.

Employment Benefits: Bluestaq offers a wide range of competitive benefits, including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance, Paid Leave, and 401k. For more information regarding Bluestaq benefits, please visit https://www.bluestaq.com/benefits.

About Bluestaq

Where Tech Meets Tenacity

Ready to trade that "job" for a mission? Welcome to Bluestaq.

Grit isn't just a buzzword here; it's in our DNA. We're not just another tech company; we're a collective of innovators, risk-takers, dreamers, and trailblazers. Founded in 2018, Bluestaq has quickly risen as a game-changer in enterprise software and secure data management. Our name? A fusion of "blue" (military lingo for the good guys) and "staq" (as in software stack).

The Buzz Around Us

In just six years, we've amassed accolades like we're collecting rare vinyl. For two consecutive years, Bluestaq has been recognized as one of Inc. 5000's fastest-growing private companies and maintains a consistent presence on several of Colorado's Best Workplaces lists. We're not just making waves; we're practically a tsunami in the Colorado tech world.

Why Colorado Springs? Why Not?

Nestled at the foot of the Rockies, Colorado Springs isn't just our HQ-it's a community. Recently named one of the "Most Neighborly Cities" in the U.S., this city is all about connection and warmth. Ranked #3 on U.S. News & World Report's Best Places to Live for 2024-25 and among the top 15 Best-Performing Cities by the Milken Institute, Colorado Springs thrives with a booming tech scene and an economy on the rise. Oh, and did we mention 300 days of sunshine? Welcome to your new favorite place to live and work.

Join the Mission

If you're aiming to do the most impactful work of your career with a top-tier tech team, consider this your invitation to join Bluestaq. We're eager to get acquainted.

We are seeking a Systems Engineer, Product Owner (Component Owner) to join our rapidly expanding engineering team. The ideal Systems Engineer is a motivated, professional who understands the critical role of transforming a product's vision into a detailed technical plan, that give a clear roadmap for all team members. This position requires close collaboration with key stakeholders and system users to understand and address challenges to enhance system performance and organizational effectiveness.

Key Responsibilities:

• Translate the product vision from the Program Manager into a detailed technical plan, creating documentation and technical artifacts to guide development.
• Communicate the product vision to stakeholders, ensuring alignment and understanding across all teams.
• Create, refine, and prioritize product backlog items to align with project goals and stakeholder needs.
• Make the backlog visible, transparent, and accessible to all team members and stakeholders.
• Develop a clear roadmap for the component, identifying necessary initiatives and epics to meet established milestones.
• Work with other Product Owners (Component Owners) and utilize tools like APT to manage resources and adapt to changing priorities.
• Serve as a primary contact alongside the Program Manager to gather requirements and feedback from stakeholders.
• Ensure stakeholder needs are met through effective communication and collaboration.
• Balance scope, budget, and time constraints to prioritize tasks, delivering the most valuable features first.
• Set acceptance criteria for product backlog items and validate the development team's work to ensure it meets defined standards.
• Decide on the timing and content of releases, working closely with the team to ensure successful software delivery.
• Act as the Lead Systems Engineer for the component, documenting the technical baseline and architecture to support the boards and reviews across the organization.

Basic Qualifications and Skills:

• A background in Computer Science, Engineering, or related fields is ideal.
• Proven experience in software development and technical project management is essential.
• Familiarity with Agile methodologies, particularly Scrum, is beneficial.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills are key to success in this role.

Required Education: 6+ years of experience in Computer Science, Engineering, or related fields is ideal.

Staff Systems Engineer, Product Owner (Component Owner)

Salary Range: In compliance with Colorado's Equal Pay for Equal Work Act, the salary range for this role is $130,000 - $146,000. Final compensation for this role will be determined by various factors such as a candidate's relevant work, skills, certifications, and geographic location.

Required Education: 6+ years of systems engineering with a Bachelor of Science degree OR Associate degree with 2 additional years beyond the minimum required may be substituted in lieu of a degree OR a High School Diploma with 4 additional years beyond the minimum required may be substituted in lieu of a degree.

Principal Systems Engineer, Product Owner (Component Owner)

Salary Range: In compliance with Colorado's Equal Pay for Equal Work Act, the salary range for this role is $150,000 - $193,000. Final compensation for this role will be determined by various factors such as a candidate's relevant work, skills, certifications, and geographic location.

Required Education: 12+ years of software development with a Bachelor of Science degree OR Associate degree with 2 additional years beyond the minimum required may be substituted in lieu of a degree OR a High School Diploma with 4 additional years beyond the minimum required may be substituted in lieu of a degree.

Clearance Requirement: This position requires the ability to obtain a TS/SCI Clearance. To be eligible for clearance, US Citizenship is required, and an employee must agree to participate in a background screen and credit check.

Relocation: This position does not offer relocation. Candidates must live in the immediate area or relocate at their own expense.

Bluestaq is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We prohibit unlawful discrimination against applicants or employees on the basis age 40 and over, color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, military or veteran status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or any other status protected by state or local law.

Bluestaq will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with known disabilities and employees whose work requirements interfere with a religious belief unless doing so would result in an undue hardship to Bluestaq or a direct threat. Employees needing such accommodation are instructed to contact Human Resources immediately at contact.us@bluestaq.com.