Product Owner for Public Safety Systems | Product Ownerinnen/ Product Owner (m/w/d) für Aufgaben im Bereich der öffentlichen Sicherheit

Job Summary

As a Product Owner at the Federal Administration Office (BVA) in Cologne, you will take professional responsibility for national and European software applications critical to public safety, including the Central Register of Foreigners and the European Entry-Exit System. Your day-to-day involves managing the entire product lifecycle: from analyzing legal and technical requirements to formulating functional specifications and overseeing software testing and acceptance. You will act as a bridge between technical service providers and federal ministries, providing expert advice on legislative changes and IT projects. This role is uniquely attractive for those seeking to work on high-impact national security projects within a stable public service environment. It offers flexible working hours, home office options, and a clear path toward civil servant status (Verbeamtung). You will lead a team, coordinate task distribution, and ensure the operational readiness of systems that support visa procedures and border control across Germany and Europe.