Act as the primary point of contact for product-related decisions, clarifications, and priorities
Collaborate with stakeholders, customers, and development teams to define and refine product features, functionality, and user stories
Collaborate with the scrum master for the timelines of software deliverables
Ability to oversee different products and understanding the interdependencies/integration touchpoints among the products
Develop and maintain a clear and well-prioritized product backlog, ensuring it reflects customer needs, market trends, and business objectives
Create detailed user stories, acceptance criteria, and product requirements that guide the development process
Review the SRS documents shared by business analysts and share the business Impact analysis with respect to the product
Ability to communicate any technical challenges with respect to the product, stemming from the business requirements shared by the customer.
Prioritize and sequence the backlog to maximize value, considering factors such as user impact, technical feasibility, and business value
Provide ongoing direction and guidance to development teams during sprints, ensuring a shared understanding of the product vision and goals
Participate in sprint planning, review, and retrospective meetings to ensure the team's progress aligns with the product roadmap
Continuously gather feedback from stakeholders and customers, incorporating insights to refine product features and enhance user experiences
Make swift and informed decisions during development to address unexpected challenges and seize opportunities
Act as a bridge between technical and non-technical stakeholders, translating business requirements into actionable tasks for the development team
Maintain a deep understanding of the competitive landscape and market trends to ensure our products remain relevant and innovative
Collaborate with design and user experience teams to create intuitive and user-friendly interfaces
Drive the product's success through effective communication, monitoring key performance indicators, and addressing any issues that arise
Conduct regular demos and presentations to showcase product features and updates to stakeholders
Requirements
Bachelor's in computer science or relevant field
Minimum 9-10 years of relevant work experience
In-depth knowledge of the industry and domain in which the organization operates. Understanding market trends, competitors, and customer needs is crucial for strategic product decisions
Proven ability to manage complex stakeholder relationships, including development teams, business analysts, designers, senior management, and external partners or clients
Strong leadership qualities to guide and inspire the development team, set a clear product vision, and lead strategic product planning
The ability to make critical decisions, resolve conflicts, and provide clear direction to the development team, often in complex and ambiguous situations
Experience in leading cross-functional teams, including coaching and mentoring less experienced product team members