Product Owner

Job Description Description About us : Starkenn Technologies is an Indian deep-tech company redefining road safety and intelligent mobility. We design and build Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) from Driver Monitoring and Collision Warning to Radar and Connected Cloud Platforms engineered for Indian roads and conditions. Our Vision Is Bold To make Starkenn Indias #1 ADAS and Vehicle Safety Partner, serving every OEM, aftermarket, and fleet operator, and to scale globally with proven technology leadership from India. Recognized among YourStory Tech30, Starkenn is at the forefront of AI, sensors, and vehicle intelligence, shaping the next generation of safe and connected mobility. Https Summary We are seeking a highly motivated and technically proficient Product Owner to lead the development and lifecycle management of automotive-grade embedded systems, like Ignition Interlock Devices (IID) and Body Load Sensing modules. This role calls for a detail-oriented individual with strong domain knowledge in automotive electronics, embedded systems, and functional safety standards. You will work cross-functionally with engineering, quality, compliance, and customer-facing teams to define and deliver innovative and compliant solutions. Key Responsibilities - Own the product roadmap, feature backlog, and prioritization for ignition interlock and load sensing systems. - Collaborate with embedded software/hardware engineering & mechanical design teams to define system requirements, technical specifications, and interface requirements. - Translate customer, regulatory (ISO 39085 :2020, EN 50436) , and internal stakeholder requirements into clear user stories, acceptance criteria, and technical documentation. - Work closely with compliance teams to ensure all devices meet regulatory standards such as ISO, EN and SAE J standards. - Lead Agile ceremonies including sprint planning, backlog grooming, reviews, and retrospectives. - Serve as the subject matter expert (SME) for your products, providing insight into use cases, safety-critical considerations, and deployment environments. - Collaborate with automotive OEMs to capture market needs and ensure product-market fit. - Ensure traceability of requirements from concept through validation and release, supporting ASPICE and ISO 9001/IATF 16949 quality systems. - Support field trials, product validation, and certification processes. - Analyze product performance and customer feedback to drive continuous improvements. Required Qualifications - Bachelors degree in Electronics Engineering, Computer Engineering, Mechatronics, or related field. - Minimum 10 Years of experience in design and development of embedded automotive systems with minimum 35 years of experience as a Product Owner, Systems Engineer, or similar role - Deep understanding of embedded hardware/software integration. - Excellent programming skills in Embedded C , C++ - In depth understanding of design and development of automotive grade hardware - In depth understanding of DVP standards typically used in validation of automotive ECUs like ISO-16750 , ISO 11452 , ISO 7637 , CISPR-25) - Excellent understanding of automotive-grade microcontrollers, CAN bus, LIN, OBD-II, and sensor fusion technologies. - Strong knowledge of Agile methodologies (Scrum, SAFe) and tools like Jira, Confluence, etc. - Experience with safety-critical systems, including exposure to ISO 26262 and functional safety practices. - Excellent communication, documentation, and cross-functional collaboration skills. Preferred Qualifications - Experience with Ignition Interlock Devices, alcohol sensors, or driver monitoring systems. - Experience with Body Load Sensing applications including seat occupancy detection, weight sensing, and occupant classification. - Understanding of regulatory testing, calibration, and certification processes (e.g., DOT, FMVSS). - Familiarity with automotive cybersecurity standards (e.g., ISO/SAE 21434). - Masters degree or certification in Product Management or Agile Product Ownership. (ref:hirist.tech)