Digital Product Specialist at Rolls-Royce in Bristol, England, United Kingdom | Kablio

Role

Description

digital roadmap

deployment

change management

training

product alignment

innovation

The Digital Product Specialist will partner with Group Digital leaders and senior Defence sponsors to create and execute a deployment roadmap for digital capabilities that delivers both near‑term and long‑term value aligned with the Group and Division strategies. This role involves working across product, delivery and end‑user communities to ensure Defence‑differentiated applications are deployed effectively.

The specialist will provide the change management, training and support needed to drive adoption and sustained technology utilisation, assisting end‑user communities through acceptance testing, onboarding and continuous product development. By maintaining a clear view with other product owners across the technology landscape, they will maximise synergies and remove barriers.

Partner with Group Digital leaders and senior Defence sponsors to define and execute a digital capability deployment roadmap.
Collaborate with product managers, architects, project managers, analysts, SMEs, end users, ecosystem partners and digital suppliers to ensure effective deployment of Defence‑differentiated applications.
Guide delivery teams to achieve right‑first‑time deployment within time and cost constraints, removing delivery barriers.
Support end‑user communities with change management, acceptance testing, training, onboarding, support models and continuous product development to maximise adoption.
Coordinate with other product owners across the technology landscape to align related technologies, maximise synergies and eliminate obstacles.
Apply an innovation mindset to discover, develop and deliver market‑leading digital customer solutions.
Lead diverse, complex cross‑functional groups and make high‑value decisions on behalf of the business.
Drive business strategy, portfolio prioritisation, go‑to‑market strategy, performance metrics and financial analysis.

Requirements

teamwork

stakeholder

communication

digital projects

devops

agile

Applicants may be required to complete an online assessment including cognitive and behavioural tests, with detailed instructions supplied during the selection process. The posting runs from 12 Jan 2026 to 21 Jan 2026.

Demonstrate vibrant teamwork, stakeholder influence, and ability to create business value through digital technologies.
Exhibit strong communication skills, simplifying complex information for diverse audiences.
Possess experience with digital product projects across various sizes, scopes, costs and durations.
Understand full project/programme delivery lifecycle and have experience with DevOps, waterfall and agile methodologies.

Benefits

Rolls‑Royce provides a competitive salary, bonus, employee support assistance, discounts and excellent development opportunities, alongside a hybrid working model that typically expects three days per week in the office. The company values diversity and inclusion, supporting applicants from all backgrounds, including those with refugee status.

Competitive salary with bonus and employee discounts.
Employee support assistance programmes.
Excellent development and career growth opportunities.
Flexible hybrid working (average three days in office).
Inclusive culture that supports diverse backgrounds and refugee applicants.

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

online assessment with cognitive and behavioural aptitude testing (for certain locations)

Visa Sponsorship

Information not given or found

Security clearance

Information not given or found

Company

Overview

£18.9 billion

Revenue

The company achieved near £18.9 billion in revenue in 2024.

£2.9 billion

Operating Profit

The company reported an operating profit of approximately £2.9 billion in 2024.

36%

Market Share

The company holds a commercial engine market share of roughly 36%. This reflects its strong position in the sector.

25 vehicles/day

Production Rate

The company's Goodwood facility produces approximately 25 ultra-luxury electric vehicles per day under a BMW licence.

Founded in the early 20th century, it began as a pioneer in aero-engine design and has grown into a global engineering powerhouse.
It develops and produces engines and power systems for commercial and military aircraft, naval vessels, submarines, and energy infrastructure.
Headquartered in London, it operates across four core segments—civil aerospace, defence, power systems and emerging markets like nuclear and modular reactors.
It supports iconic programmes—supplying wide-body commercial aircraft engines, submarine nuclear reactors, naval propulsion, and bespoke industrial power units.
Amid a major turnaround since 2023, the company secured a £9 billion UK defence reactor deal.

Culture + Values

We do the right thing – We do what’s right for our customers, our people, and society.
We aim high – We stretch our ambition, we set challenging goals, and we deliver results.
We take ownership – We take personal responsibility for our actions, performance, and results.
We act with integrity – We build trust by being honest, transparent, and ethical in everything we do.
We collaborate – We work together with respect, trust, and inclusiveness to achieve our goals.

Environment + Sustainability

Net-zero by 2050

Carbon Neutrality Goal

Aims to achieve net-zero carbon emissions by 2050.

Carbon intensity down by 25%

Carbon Intensity Reduction Target

Committed to reducing the carbon intensity of products and operations by 25% by 2030.

CO2 emissions reduced by 50%

SAF Emissions Reduction

SAF strategy targets a 50% reduction in CO2 emissions from flight by 2050.

Engaged in development of hybrid-electric and fully-electric propulsion systems to reduce environmental impact.
Focus on reducing waste and resource consumption across the entire supply chain.

Inclusion & Diversity

30% by 2030

Female Leadership Target

Aims to achieve 30% female representation in senior leadership positions.

26% workforce

Gender Representation

Women currently account for 26% of the global workforce as of 2023.

Set a goal to increase representation of ethnic minorities in senior roles.
Implemented initiatives to promote a more inclusive work environment, including mentorship programs and leadership development for underrepresented groups.

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Role

Description

digital roadmap

deployment

change management

training

product alignment

innovation

Partner with Group Digital leaders and senior Defence sponsors to define and execute a digital capability deployment roadmap.
Collaborate with product managers, architects, project managers, analysts, SMEs, end users, ecosystem partners and digital suppliers to ensure effective deployment of Defence‑differentiated applications.
Guide delivery teams to achieve right‑first‑time deployment within time and cost constraints, removing delivery barriers.
Support end‑user communities with change management, acceptance testing, training, onboarding, support models and continuous product development to maximise adoption.
Coordinate with other product owners across the technology landscape to align related technologies, maximise synergies and eliminate obstacles.
Apply an innovation mindset to discover, develop and deliver market‑leading digital customer solutions.
Lead diverse, complex cross‑functional groups and make high‑value decisions on behalf of the business.
Drive business strategy, portfolio prioritisation, go‑to‑market strategy, performance metrics and financial analysis.

Requirements

teamwork

stakeholder

communication

digital projects

devops

agile

Demonstrate vibrant teamwork, stakeholder influence, and ability to create business value through digital technologies.
Exhibit strong communication skills, simplifying complex information for diverse audiences.
Possess experience with digital product projects across various sizes, scopes, costs and durations.
Understand full project/programme delivery lifecycle and have experience with DevOps, waterfall and agile methodologies.

Benefits

Competitive salary with bonus and employee discounts.
Employee support assistance programmes.
Excellent development and career growth opportunities.
Flexible hybrid working (average three days in office).
Inclusive culture that supports diverse backgrounds and refugee applicants.

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

online assessment with cognitive and behavioural aptitude testing (for certain locations)

Visa Sponsorship

Information not given or found

Security clearance

Information not given or found

Company

Overview

£18.9 billion

Revenue

The company achieved near £18.9 billion in revenue in 2024.

£2.9 billion

Operating Profit

The company reported an operating profit of approximately £2.9 billion in 2024.

36%

Market Share

The company holds a commercial engine market share of roughly 36%. This reflects its strong position in the sector.

25 vehicles/day

Production Rate

The company's Goodwood facility produces approximately 25 ultra-luxury electric vehicles per day under a BMW licence.

Founded in the early 20th century, it began as a pioneer in aero-engine design and has grown into a global engineering powerhouse.
It develops and produces engines and power systems for commercial and military aircraft, naval vessels, submarines, and energy infrastructure.
Headquartered in London, it operates across four core segments—civil aerospace, defence, power systems and emerging markets like nuclear and modular reactors.
It supports iconic programmes—supplying wide-body commercial aircraft engines, submarine nuclear reactors, naval propulsion, and bespoke industrial power units.
Amid a major turnaround since 2023, the company secured a £9 billion UK defence reactor deal.

Culture + Values

We do the right thing – We do what’s right for our customers, our people, and society.
We aim high – We stretch our ambition, we set challenging goals, and we deliver results.
We take ownership – We take personal responsibility for our actions, performance, and results.
We act with integrity – We build trust by being honest, transparent, and ethical in everything we do.
We collaborate – We work together with respect, trust, and inclusiveness to achieve our goals.

Environment + Sustainability

Net-zero by 2050

Carbon Neutrality Goal

Aims to achieve net-zero carbon emissions by 2050.

Carbon intensity down by 25%

Carbon Intensity Reduction Target

Committed to reducing the carbon intensity of products and operations by 25% by 2030.

CO2 emissions reduced by 50%

SAF Emissions Reduction

SAF strategy targets a 50% reduction in CO2 emissions from flight by 2050.

Engaged in development of hybrid-electric and fully-electric propulsion systems to reduce environmental impact.
Focus on reducing waste and resource consumption across the entire supply chain.

Inclusion & Diversity

30% by 2030

Female Leadership Target

Aims to achieve 30% female representation in senior leadership positions.

26% workforce

Gender Representation

Women currently account for 26% of the global workforce as of 2023.

Set a goal to increase representation of ethnic minorities in senior roles.
Implemented initiatives to promote a more inclusive work environment, including mentorship programs and leadership development for underrepresented groups.

Articles

R2 Factory – digital transformation community

Rolls‑Royce Motor Cars PressClub

Rolls‑Royce at Global Space Congress – supplier info