Product Manager

Oorja is seeking a Product Manager to lead the design, development and adoption of digital and technology products. This role is central to Oorja’s digitization roadmap, including the integration of our new ERP platform and the evolution of our “Dhoop” mobile app ecosystem. The Product Manager will oversee the product lifecycle from vision and strategy to execution and adoption. They will coordinate across functions to ensure digital tools are intuitive, scalable and aligned with Oorja’s operational needs and business model. This includes managing relationships with external software development firms, leading internal product sprints, overseeing user testing and ensuring high adoption among team members and end users. The ideal candidate combines strong technical understanding with practical experience in product management, process optimization and change management in low-connectivity, low-tech contexts.

How to Apply

Please only apply for this role if you have at least 2-4 years’ experience in product management, software or technology project management, with a proven track record in managing product lifecycles, driving user adoption, and coordinating multi-stakeholder technology projects.

If this opportunity appeals to you, please send your application by filling the brief online application form before Friday, 24th October 2025, here – www.oorjasolutions.org/apply-now

Roles and Responsibilities

As Product Manager, you will be responsible for leading the development, integration and adoption of Oorja’s digital products, including online dashboards, ERP system, IMS system and “Dhoop” mobile platform as well as any other solutions that support Oorja’s digitisation and scaleup strategy. You will translate operational challenges into user-centric digital solutions that enhance efficiency, data visibility and customer experience. Your role will bridge technology, operations and business strategy to ensure that Oorja’s digital ecosystem supports scale, sustainability and impact.

Product Leadership and Strategy

● Define and lead the vision, strategy and roadmap for Oorja’s digital products and tools, aligned with organisational goals.

● Translate field operations and business needs into product requirements, prioritising features that create measurable impact for farmers and internal users.

● Develop strategies to use technology for cost optimisation, process automation and potential monetisation opportunities.

● Work closely with leadership to identify and design new digital services relevant to Oorja’s Pay-Per-Use and Farmer Advisory models.

● Benchmark against global digital product trends to ensure Oorja’s tools remain relevant, scalable, and accessible.

● Support the Data Analyst in maintaining integrated, secure, and reliable data systems across all tools, developing dashboards and analytics for real-time insights, and using data to guide product development and business improvements. Product Development and Execution

● Lead the end-to-end product lifecycle: user research, requirement definition, feature design, prototyping, testing, deployment and iteration.

● Manage product sprints and backlogs using agile methodologies, ensuring timely delivery and high-quality releases.

● Collaborate with engineering teams and external software partners to translate business needs into functional and scalable digital products.

● Develop low-code or no-code prototypes to validate features quickly with field teams before full-scale rollout.

● Ensure usability and reliability of digital tools in low-connectivity environments through robust offline functionality. Adoption, Training, and Change Management

● Develop and execute comprehensive adoption strategies for ERP, Dhoop and other digital platforms.

● Design and deliver training materials, user guides, and onboarding workshops for both internal teams and field operators.

● Establish feedback loops with end users and field teams to drive continuous product improvement.

● Cultivate a digital-first culture across Oorja, encouraging engagement, ownership, and regular use of data systems.

● Track product adoption and engagement metrics, identifying and resolving bottlenecks in usage or implementation. Cross-Functional Collaboration and Stakeholder Management

● Act as a bridge between technology, operations, finance, business development and field teams to ensure alignment across all product initiatives.

● Manage relationships with technology vendors, developers, and consultants, ensuring quality and accountability.

Qualifications & Skills:

● Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Information Systems, or related discipline.

● Minimum 2-4 years of experience in product management, technology project management, or software development.

● Proven experience managing ERP or digital product implementation in a growing organisation.

● Familiarity with no-code or low-code platforms and Oorja’s current tech stack, including Odoo, Looker Studio, WordPress, Python-based frameworks, database management, API design (GraphQL, REST), Power BI.

● Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams and manage multiple stakeholders.

● Experience driving tech adoption and change management in low-connectivity or low-tech environments.

● Excellent organisational, analytical, and communication skills.

● Enthusiasm for sustainable development, agriculture, and renewable energy.

Other Requirements:

● Willingness to travel periodically to project sites.

● Must have a working laptop and reliable internet connection.

What We Offer

● A highly enthusiastic, driven and ambitious team

● A melting pot of diverse talents – development professionals, researchers, engineers, farmers, scientists and community mobilisers

● Competitive remuneration package

● Interesting field of work where you will build your understanding of solar technology, sustainable agri-food systems and the development sector

● Close mentorship for career development

● A flat and open work culture and friendly work environment

● Experience and responsibility at an award-winning company in the renewable energy and agri- tech industries, among the fastest-growing segments of the global economy

● The opportunity to make a difference and to help improve people’s lives.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: ₹612,989.22 - ₹1,039,797.92 per year

Benefits:

• Health insurance

Application Question(s):

• Do you have a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Information Systems, or related discipline.
• Do you have a Minimum of 2-4 years of experience in product management, technology project management, or software development
• Are you familiar with no-code or low-code platforms and current tech stack, including Odoo, Looker Studio, WordPress, Python-based frameworks, database management, API design (GraphQL, REST), Power BI.

Education:

• Master's (Preferred)

Experience:

• product management, software or technology: 2 years (Preferred)

Work Location: Remote