Product Owner - Nuclear AI Innovation

Nuclearn.ai

About Nuclearn

Nuclearn is revolutionizing the nuclear power industry with AI that speaks Nuclear. As the only AI company with 50+ years of nuclear experience, we're transforming how nuclear plants operate. Our founding team earned the NEI "Top Innovative Practice" Award for groundbreaking work in nuclear machine learning, and we're building the future of nuclear operations technology.

We create purpose-built AI solutions that work the way nuclear does: precise, compliant, and built to scale. Our platform is trusted by nuclear facilities across North America, and we're constantly innovating to solve the industry's most challenging problems.

The Opportunity

We're seeking a hands-on Product Owner who will drive innovation from concept to delivery. You'll help identify opportunities for new AI-powered solutions in nuclear operations, define product strategies, lead development teams through agile sprints, and ensure successful delivery to our customers. This is a unique opportunity to shape the future of nuclear technology while working with industry experts and cutting-edge AI.

What You'll Do

Product Innovation & Strategy

• Identify and validate new product opportunities by working directly with nuclear facilities to understand their operational challenges
• Define product vision and strategy for new AI solutions that address critical nuclear industry needs
• Conduct market research and feasibility studies to prioritize product initiatives
• Create business cases and ROI models for new product development
• Build proof-of-concepts and MVPs to validate product ideas with customers

End-to-End Product Development

• Own the complete product lifecycle from ideation through delivery and post-launch optimization
• Translate nuclear operational requirements into detailed product specifications and technical requirements
• Create and maintain product roadmaps that balance innovation with customer needs
• Define success metrics and track product performance against business objectives

Scrum Leadership & Execution

• Run daily standups, sprint planning, retrospectives, and backlog grooming sessions
• Write comprehensive user stories and acceptance criteria that capture complex nuclear workflows
• Manage sprint velocity and ensure teams deliver on commitments
• Remove blockers and facilitate communication between engineering, QA, and stakeholders
• Champion agile best practices while adapting to nuclear industry constraints

Testing & Quality Assurance

• Define testing strategies that ensure products meet nuclear industry standards and regulations
• Participate in hands-on testing of new features and products
• Coordinate user acceptance testing with nuclear facility personnel
• Implement feedback loops and continuous improvement processes
• Ensure products meet compliance requirements including 10 CFR Part 810 and export controls

Product Delivery & Implementation

• Manage product releases and deployment strategies for on-premise and secure cloud environments
• Create implementation plans that account for nuclear facility constraints and outage windows
• Develop training materials and documentation for nuclear operators
• Support Customer Success teams during initial deployments
• Gather post-launch feedback and iterate on product improvements

Stakeholder & Technical Collaboration

• Work closely with AI/ML engineers to explore new applications of artificial intelligence in nuclear operations
• Partner with nuclear domain experts to ensure technical accuracy and operational relevance
• Collaborate with sales teams to understand market needs and support business development
• Present product demos and roadmaps to customers and executive leadership
• Build relationships with nuclear industry organizations (INPO, NEI, utilities)

What We're Looking For

Required Qualifications

• 5+ years of SaaS/startup product management experience with hands-on product development
• Experience taking products from concept to market launch
• Strong technical background with ability to work closely with engineering teams
• Proven track record as a Scrum Master or leading agile development teams
• Experience with testing methodologies and quality assurance processes
• Excellent problem-solving skills with ability to think creatively about complex challenges
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or related technical field

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in highly regulated industries (nuclear, aerospace, healthcare, financial services)
• Background in industrial automation, SCADA systems, or enterprise software
• Familiarity with AI/ML technologies and their practical applications
• Knowledge of nuclear power plant operations or similar complex industrial environments
• Experience with on-premise software deployment and air-gapped environments

The Ideal Candidate Will Have

• Entrepreneurial mindset with passion for building new products
• Hands-on approach - comfortable jumping into testing and validation
• Strong analytical skills to identify patterns and opportunities in complex operational data
• Ability to quickly learn new domains and become a subject matter expert
• Comfort with ambiguity and rapidly changing priorities
• Excellent communication skills to bridge technical and operational stakeholders
• Drive to solve problems that have never been solved before

What We Offer

• Competitive salary and equity package
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage
• Flexible work arrangements with travel to nuclear facilities and customer sites
• Budget for professional development, certifications, and conferences
• Opportunity to work with nuclear industry pioneers and AI experts
• Direct impact on critical infrastructure and clean energy
• Fast-paced startup environment with the backing of established industry relationships
• Modern tech stack and tools to support product innovation

Why Nuclearn?

At Nuclearn, you'll have the rare opportunity to innovate in an industry where change happens slowly but impact is massive. You'll work with a team that combines decades of nuclear expertise with cutting-edge AI capabilities. Your products won't just improve metrics—they'll enhance the safety and efficiency of the facilities that power millions of homes.

We're looking for someone who gets excited about tackling "impossible" problems and turning them into elegant solutions. If you want to build products that matter in one of the world's most critical industries, we want to hear from you.

How to Apply

Send your resume and a cover letter explaining:

• A product you've taken from concept to launch
• Your approach to learning new technical domains
• Why you're excited about bringing innovation to the nuclear industry

Please include specific examples of how you've managed products in complex technical or regulated environments.

Nuclearn is an equal opportunity employer committed to building a diverse and inclusive team. We encourage applications from candidates who bring unique perspectives to our mission of revolutionizing nuclear operations with AI.

Security Clearance: This position may use data that is export controlled under DOE Part 810 and is only available to US Citizens and greencard holders.