Product Owner (Data Centre Services)

Who We Are

Ilkari is a privately-held start-up based in Dublin, Ireland. We deliver hyper-private scale innovation and technology to safeguard and secure data, enabling true data sovereignty even as the pace of change accelerates. Our best-in-breed sovereign technology delivers privacy and control over where companies’ data resides, where it flows, and how it’s accessed.

We’re here to rewrite the story of data sovereignty – empowering innovators, pioneers and visionaries to make their mark. We believe the sky is not the limit. We strive for the perfect balance of simplicity and excellence in everything we do, and we’re looking for people who are ready to join our journey and rewrite the story of data sovereignty.

Role Overview

The Product Owner for Data Centre Services owns the end-to-end definition, delivery and operational readiness of data centre services. The role ensures clear requirements, prioritised backlogs and alignment across Product, Engineering, Architecture and Support functions.

Reporting to the Product Manager (Data Centre & Infrastructure Services), this is an individual contributor role with high cross-functional influence.

Occassional travel to data centre sites (within Europe & LATAM) is expected for this position.

What You'Ll Do

• Define and maintain product requirements, user stories, acceptance criteria, and backlog prioritisation for Data Centre Services.
• Translate customer needs, operational constraints, and technical realities into a clear, deliverable roadmap for Architecture, Engineering and Support.
• Work with Product Manager to align on product lifecycle improvements, maturity uplift and technical debt reduction.
• Partner with Engineering, Delivery, and Support to validate feasibility, unblock issues, and ensure predictable execution.
• Ensure Day-1 and Day-2 operational readiness in partnership with Service, Support and Operations.
• Ensure consistent cross-functional communication, including delivery status, risks and decision inputs for leadership.
• What we are looking for
• Partner with Engineering, Delivery, and Support to validate feasibility, unblock issues, and ensure predictable execution.
• Ensure Day-1 and Day-2 operational readiness in partnership with Service, Support and Operations.
• Ensure consistent cross-functional communication, including delivery status, risks and decision inputs for leadership.
• What we are looking for
• 3–5 years’ experience in Product Ownership or Technical Delivery roles with technical knowledge of data centres, infrastructure, cloud or related services.
• Hands-on experience managing all stages of the product lifecycle, from concept to delivery including translating technical requirements into structured backlogs and clear user stories.
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills; able to operate across Product, Engineering, Architecture and Support teams.
• Experience driving product readiness, operational/process definition, and launch preparation.
• Proven ability to work independently, manage ambiguity, and make prioritisation decisions.
• Customer-first mindset, always focusing on delivering value through product solutions.

What's in it for you

• Private life and health insurance for you and your family.
• Four weeks per year to work from anywhere for eligible employees.

• Gym Reimbursement.

• Company bus applicable for employees based in Málaga city.
• Learning Pocket for personal development.
• A hybrid working model with flexible hours.
• 3 volunteering paid days each year.
• Generous referral bonus programme.