Lead Technical Product Owner
Costa CoffeeSt Albans, UK
Posted May 20, 2026
Full Time
About the Company
Costa Coffee, a flagship brand of The Coca‑Cola Company, has been delivering premium coffee experiences worldwide since 1971, operating more than 2,000 stores across 50+ countries. Beyond its iconic cafés, the company offers a diverse portfolio that includes ready‑to‑drink beverages, cutting‑edge self‑serve machines, and at‑home solutions, while forging strategic partnerships to expand into new markets. Costa distinguishes itself through a deep commitment to community and sustainability—supporting coffee farmers, engaging local charities, and driving social impact via the Costa Foundation. Anchored by core values of discipline, passion, warmth, courage, and trust, Costa fosters an inclusive workplace that encourages innovation, growth, and a shared sense of purpose.
Job Description
At Costa Coffee, we are reimagining coffee experiences in over 50 countries. Our teams make a difference, whether working on new tech, creating campaigns, or developing menu items. We value passion, progression, and integrity, and offer great perks, including a smart pension and private medical cover.
Requirements
- Ownership of key Enterprise platforms, driving vision, strategy, and roadmap
- Collaboration with cross-functional teams to gather requirements and deliver technology solutions
- Backlog management and prioritization
- Agile development processes, including sprint planning and retrospectives
- Technical expertise to guide development teams
- Vendor management and relationship building
- Documentation and innovation
Benefits
- Smart pension with tax savings and matching contributions up to 10%
- Costa Financial Support Fund for unexpected financial pressures
- 50% discount in Costa-owned stores, 25% off in other participating stores
- Private medical cover
- Share Investment Plan (SIP) for Costa employees