Product Owner

About the Company

Progress Rail is seeking an experienced Product Owner/Systems Engineer III to support software development and deployment for the Advanced Rail Technology team in Fort Worth, TX. This position is responsible for ideation, specification, prioritization, implementation, and acceptance of product features in an Agile environment. The incumbent will be empowered and accountable to deliver innovative products for the rail industry market while working closely with leadership, clients, and technical teams to ensure product development aligns with business and technology outcomes. The ideal candidate will be strategic, innovative, and creative with a solid analytic foundation. This is a full-time position working in the Progress Rail Fort Worth, TX office and reports directly to the Director of ATO Software Engineering.

About the Role

The Product Owner/Systems Engineer III will play a key role in supporting software development and deployment for the Advanced Rail Technology team.

Responsibilities

- System Architecture & Integration:
Develop and execute system-level designs that integrate embedded software, real-time processing, cloud services, and multi-threaded components to create robust rail solutions. Collaborate with software engineers, hardware engineers, and network teams to ensure seamless integration of diverse system elements, such as embedded RTOS components and AWS-based cloud infrastructures.
- Requirements and Roadmap Execution:
Work closely with leadership, stakeholders, and technical teams to translate business and operational requirements into clear system specifications and integrated product roadmaps. Participate in Agile processes, including backlog refinement, sprint planning, and release planning, to ensure iterative development and continuous system improvement.
- Technical Oversight and Validation:
Define, implement, and validate integration test plans and system performance metrics to meet rigorous rail industry safety, reliability, and compliance standards. Oversee the end-to-end lifecycle of system integration, from ideation and specification through to acceptance and deployment, ensuring quality and adherence to technical standards.
- Stakeholder Collaboration and Reporting
: Act as a technical liaison between cross-functional teams, providing regular updates on system integration progress, risks, and mitigation strategies. Author and manage technical documentation, including system design specifications, integration protocols, and performance reports.
- Continuous Improvement & Innovation:
Identify opportunities for system performance optimization and recommend design modifications to address evolving business needs and emerging technologies. Support the integration of energy management systems, cab electronics for real-time diagnostics, and Positive Train Control (PTC) to enhance safety and operational efficiency in rail applications.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science/engineering, software engineering, from an ABET accredited university or college.