Most of the time, a Tech Lead will be the “right-hand feasibility expert” of the Product owner. However, suppose you hire a Tech Lead intending to place the Product owner’s responsibilities on them. In that case, it is important to note that Tech Leads typically focus on engineering tasks, while Product Owners typically focus on product strategy. Therefore, if a Tech Lead is also managing product strategy, it is crucial to ensure they have the necessary skills to succeed in both roles.