RMV Modernization Team (RMVMT) - Senior Product Lead

About Us

At CSDS, we prioritize people—both within our team and in the communities we serve. Our mission is to redefine how Nova Scotians engage with government by creating accessible, reliable digital solutions centered around user needs.

In today’s tech-driven world, CSDS empowers government departments with essential digital solutions to meet Nova Scotians’ expectations. As a trusted partner across government, we enable departments to fulfill their mandates with secure, user-friendly services. From healthcare and education to public safety, we collaborate to transform how services are designed and delivered.

We don’t just implement technology; we modernize outdated systems and reimagine processes. Our agile, data-driven approach ensures that digital services are both efficient and adaptable to Nova Scotia’s evolving needs.

Joining CSDS means contributing to work that makes a real difference. From providing vital tech support to healthcare professionals to strengthening cybersecurity and developing scalable digital platforms, you’ll play a key role in building a more inclusive, responsive government for Nova Scotians.

Together, we’re setting new standards for digital public service, delivering resilient solutions that meet today’s needs—and anticipate tomorrow’s challenges.

About Our Opportunity

The Registry of Motor Vehicle Modernization Team is on a mission to redefine service delivery for Nova Scotians. Join us on this transformative journey to enhance how services are delivered, making them more user-friendly and efficient.

We're seeking a Senior Product Lead who's not just looking for a job but an opportunity to make a real difference. This role is your chance to be at the core of innovation, shaping the future of driver and vehicle services in Nova Scotia. Ready to make an impact? We're excited to meet you. 

Primary Accountabilities

• Develop and communicate the Product Vision & Roadmap, including Agile Team Planning, Business Partner Connects and Minister Briefings
• Define and prioritize the product backlog, ensuring alignment with program objectives
• Organize releases, epics, initiatives and user stories in Jira
• Create and refine Minimum Viable Service/Product (MVS/MVP) definitions and product measurements/KPIs
• Validate features meet the acceptance criteria and are ready for release 
• Ensure that the non-functional requirements are addressed 
• Coordinate production deployments 
• Supports go-to-market activities, OCM efforts and communications 
• Drive Continuous Improvement
• Manage sustainment and support plans for products in varying stages of development
• Utilize user research to inform feature development 
• Grow user domain knowledge working closely with Service Leads (Subject Matter Experts)
• Manage product team members, promoting a positive and inclusive environment
• Collaborate with other RMV Mod Workstream Teams and wider CSDS counterparts to ensure features are executed and cross team dependencies are well understood
• In collaboration with the Management team, propose new product ideas and strategies and provide analysis to support trade-off decisions between scope and schedule 
• As needed, facilitate product team agile ceremonies (scrums, sprint planning, retrospectives) 
  
  

Qualifications and Experience

Must-Haves: 

• A minimum of undergraduate university level education in a relevant field or demonstrated equivalent work experience
• Significant experience working in relevant fields (eg, Project, Product or Program Management)
• Demonstrate analytical and strategic mindset that can translate to building new digital services and technologies
• Proven success delivering in a fast-paced and dynamic environment
• Ability to lead and motivate teams to work towards a common goal
• Excellent written, oral communications and presentation skills, with a proven track record of effective interpersonal interactions.
• Strong organizational and facilitation skills, capable of working independently and as part of a team. 
• Proficient with Microsoft Office suite, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook (or equivalent).
• Precise attention to detail. 

Nice-to-Haves: 

• Prior experience managing public resources and familiarity with government practices. Registry of Motor Vehicles experience would be considered an asset.
• Demonstrated experience in supporting government transformation initiatives, showcasing an ability to navigate and contribute to significant changes. 
• People management experience, especially leading teams in a unionized environment, is considered an asset.
• Delivery and/or project management experience.
• UI, UX and design experience.

We will assess the above qualifications and experience using tools such as assessments, presentations, interviews, reference checks, etc.

Equivalency

An equivalent combination of training and experience may also be considered. Applicants relying on education and experience equivalencies must demonstrate such equivalencies in the application.

Benefits

Based on the employment status, the Government of Nova Scotia offers its employees a wide range of benefits such as a Defined Benefit Pension Plan, Health, Dental, Life Insurance, General illness, Short and Long Term Disability, Vacation and Employee and Family Assistance Programs.  For information on all our Benefit program offerings, click here: Benefits for government employees.

Working Conditions

• Normal work week is 35 hours/week, 7 hours/day
• May be required to work overtime on occasion 
  
  

Additional Information

This is a full-time, two-year TERM employment opportunity with anticipated end date of October 2027.  

What We Offer

• Career Development where you have access to career guidance, tools, resources, and ongoing training for every stage of your career.
• Engaging workplace. Our Employees feel valued, respected, connected, and tuned in. We have forward-thinking policies and strategies.
• Countless Career Paths.
• A Dynamic, client-focused office environment where service excellence and teamwork are our focus.