Responsibilities
Pod Coordination & Engagement Management
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Facilitate communication and alignment between autonomous development pods (Content, Player, Backend, Mobile, Web, etc.)
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Establish and maintain cross-pod dependencies, ensuring smooth handoffs and integration points
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Coordinate resource allocation and timeline alignment across multiple concurrent initiatives
Product Metrics & Performance Insights
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Monitor and analyze key streaming metrics including user engagement, Conversions
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Generate actionable insights from user behavior data, A/B test results, and platform performance analytics
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Drive data-driven decision making by translating metrics into specific engineering and product recommendations
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Create executive dashboards and reports highlighting platform health and improvement opportunities
Process Automation & Operational Efficiency
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Identify and implement automation opportunities across development workflows and operational processes
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Work with different teams and stakeholders to reduce company level operational overhead
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Drive initiatives to streamline cross-pod communication and eliminate redundant touchpoints
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Establish automated reporting and alerting systems to reduce operational burden on technical teams
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Champion tools and processes that enable self-service capabilities and reduce dependency bottlenecks
Project Delivery & Execution
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Lead end-to-end project lifecycle from requirements gathering through deployment for complex, multi-pod initiatives
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Develop and maintain comprehensive project plans with clear milestones, dependencies, and risk mitigation strategies
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Track and report on project progress, identifying potential bottlenecks and implementing corrective actions
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Ensure projects meet quality standards, performance requirements, and compliance guidelines for streaming platforms
Technical Stakeholder Management
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Partner with Engineering Leads, and Architecture teams to define technical requirements and feasibility
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Work closely with QA teams to establish testing strategies and ensure robust quality assurance across pods
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Interface with external vendors and third-party integrations (CDNs, DRM providers, analytics platforms)
Process Optimization & Methodology
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Implement and refine development methodologies tailored to OTT development workflows
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Establish metrics and KPIs to measure pod performance, delivery velocity, and cross-team collaboration effectiveness
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Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance development processes and reduce cycle times
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Maintain project documentation, post-mortems, and knowledge sharing across teams
Requirements
Technical & Analytical Background
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Bachelors degree in Engineering, Business, Data Science, or related field (technical degree preferred but not required)
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1+ years of technical project management experience, preferably in media, streaming, or entertainment technology
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Strong analytical skills with experience interpreting data and generating actionable insights
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Understanding of OTT architecture and streaming technology fundamentals
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Experience with analytics tools (Google Analytics, Adobe Analytics, Amplitude, Mixpanel) and data visualization platform
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Proven track record managing complex, multi-team technical projects with competing priorities
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Strong understanding of software development lifecycle and release management processes
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Experience designing and implementing process improvements that reduce operational overhead
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Experience working with product metrics, KPIs, and performance analytics
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Track record of using data insights to drive product improvements and technical optimizations
Good to have
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Previous experience at streaming platforms, media companies, or entertainment technology providers
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Understanding of content licensing, monetization models, and user engagement strategies
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Familiarity with mobile and web development practices for consumer-facing applications
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SQL proficiency for data analysis and reporting
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Understanding of API design principles and integration patterns
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Experience with workflow automation tools and scripting languages
Why Join Us
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Opportunity to work in a fast-growing audio and content platform.
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Work directly with the Head of Kuku FM business.
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Exposure to multi-language marketing and global user base strategies.
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A collaborative work environment with a data-driven and innovative approach.
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Competitive salary and growth opportunities in marketing and growth strategy.
