Product Owner - Platform

Location: London (hybrid working 3 office days per week)

Employment Type: Permanent, full time

Thought The AA only provide roadside assistance? Think AA-X.

Technology has made human life easier; from booking holidays and banking, through to meeting new people and work opportunities. But over the last decade owning and driving cars has gotten far tougher. At AA-X we are on a mission to re-invent the car ownership and usage experience.

We imagine, build and grow connected car ventures. Using data and AI to provide car and driver insights with new solutions that give drivers control, confidence and a little joy across their motoring lives.

As a Product Owner - Platform within AA-X, you'll be apart of the UK's largest and most trusted driving company, developing and testing human-centric products and services fast; whilst giving AA members first access to everything we build. Are you ready for a career where you're always ahead?

This is the job

AtAA-X, we're on a mission to reinvent the car ownership and usage experience. We imagine, build, and grow connected car ventures that use data and AI to empower drivers with insights, control, and confidence. As a unique blend of corporate scale and start-up agility, AA-X is a place for bold thinkers and makers who thrive in fast-paced environments and embrace change.

We're looking for atechnically minded Product Ownerto lead the platform that powers our AI-driven connected car products. This is a pivotal role for someone who can bridge the gap between complex backend systems and business needs, ensuring our platform delivers scalable, high-performing solutions.

What will I be doing?

• Own the AA-X Platform Backlog:Define, prioritise, and manage a clear and actionable backlog that supports our product strategy.
• Drive Platform Strategy:Collaborate with leadership to shape the roadmap, balancing technical feasibility with business impact.
• Translate Complexity:Turn technical jargon into clear, accessible language for non-technical stakeholders.
• Lead Agile Delivery:Guide a cross-functional squad through sprint planning, reviews, and retrospectives.
• Ensure Quality & Compliance:Define acceptance criteria, validate features, and ensure regulatory alignment.
• Monitor Performance:Track platform stability and performance, driving continuous improvement.

What do I need?

• Proven experience in product ownership or management, ideally for platform-based products.
• Strong technical understanding of backend systems and cloud technologies (AWS preferred; Azure or other platforms also valued).
• Skilled in translating complex technical concepts for non-technical stakeholders.
• Comfortable collaborating across engineering, data science, UX, and marketing teams.
• Familiarity with connected car data sets or automotive technology is a strong advantage.
• Proficient in Jira and Confluence, with a resilient and improvement-focused mindset.

Additional information

We're always looking to recognise and reward our employees for the work they do. As a valued member of The AA team, you'll have access to a range of benefits including:

• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays + holiday buying scheme
• Worksave pension scheme with up to 7% employer contribution
• Free AA breakdown membership from Day 1 plus 50% discount for family and friends
• Discounts on AA products including car and home insurance
• Employee discount scheme that gives you access to a car salary sacrifice scheme plus great discounts on healthcare, shopping, holidays and more
• Company funded life assurance
• Diverse learning and development opportunities to support you to progress in your career
• Dedicated Employee Assistance Programme and a 24/7 remote GP service for you and your family

Plus, so much more!

We're an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from everyone. The AA values diversity and the difference this brings to our culture and our customers. We actively seek people from diverse backgrounds to join us and become part of an inclusive company where you can be yourself, be empowered to be your best and feel like you truly belong. We have five communities to bring together people with shared characteristics and backgrounds and drive positive change.