Tech Lead / Engineering Manager

Purpose/Objective

The Product Manager will define and execute the product strategy and roadmap for the Cloud platforms and associated business applications. This role involves collaborating with stakeholders, driving data-driven decision-making, and ensuring product excellence through agile methodologies, industry best practices, and user-centric development.

Key Responsibilities of Role

Product Manager - IC Product Strategy and Roadmap Development: Define product vision, strategy, and roadmap in collaboration with leadership and stakeholders. Conduct market research, analyze industry trends, and identify opportunities for innovation. Drive value proposition through data-driven research and prioritization of features. Act as a product champion within the organization, influencing decision-making and fostering a product-driven culture. Agile Product Development & Execution: Incorporate feature requests into the product roadmap based on strategic priorities. Develop and prioritize the product backlog, user stories, and acceptance criteria. Set sprint goals, plan releases and upgrades, and oversee sprint execution. Monitor development progress, address production issues, and refine agile processes based on results and client feedback. Stakeholder Collaboration and User-Centric Development: Work closely with business units, leadership, and technology teams to align product goals with business objectives. Analyze user preferences, feedback, and requests to optimize product development. Ensure seamless communication and coordination among cross-functional teams. Establish and maintain relationships with external partners and industry experts to enhance product offerings. Continuous Improvement and Industry Innovation: Stay updated with industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices. Implement iterative improvements to enhance product performance and user satisfaction. Champion innovation by incorporating new technologies and methodologies into product development. Drive a culture of continuous learning and improvement within the product management function. Key Stakeholders - Internal Business Unit Heads Engineering & Development Teams UX/UI Designers Data Science & Analytics Teams Sales & Marketing Teams Key Stakeholders - External Industry Partners Clients & End Users Technology Vendors Regulatory Authorities Research Institutions

Technical Competencies

Business Acumen-IC,Cloud Architecture & System Design-IC,Cloud Cost Optimization & FinOps-IC,Cloud Governance & Risk Management-IC,Cloud Performance & Monitoring-IC,Cloud Security & Compliance-IC,Data Analysis & Interpretation-IC,Designing Tools Expertise-IC,Interaction & Visual Design-IC,Observability & Incident Management-IC,Product Roadmap & Strategy-IC,Research and Innovation-IC,Software Development Lifecycle & Governance-IC,Software Quality Assurance & Testing-IC,Usability Testing Know-how-IC,User Experience & Product Design-IC,Wireframing & Prototyping Know-how-IC

Qualifications and Experience

Educational Qualification: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Business Administration, or a related field. Certification: Certifications such as Certified Scrum Product Owner (CSPO), PMI-ACP, or SAFe Product Manager/Product Owner (PM/PO) are preferred. Work Experience (Range of years): 10+ years of experience in product management, preferably in cloud platforms, SaaS, or enterprise applications.