Roles & Responsibilities
Responsibilities:
- Identify and prioritize innovative product features based on customer needs, competitive landscape, and industry trends.
- Conduct extensive market research to understand emerging trends, customer pain points, and opportunities in the fintech sector.
- Analyze competitor offerings to inform product development and maintain a competitive edge.
- Collaborate with engineering, UX/UI design, compliance, and marketing teams to drive product development from concept through launch.
- Identify and manage project risks, adjusting priorities as needed to address challenges or changes in market conditions.
- Lead user testing and validation processes to ensure product functionality aligns with customer expectations and delivers value.
- Explore and integrate emerging fintech technologies, such as blockchain, AI, and machine learning, into product design to enhance capabilities.
- Manage the entire product lifecycle, from initial concept and development through post-launch support and enhancements.
- Develop and manage budgets for R&D initiatives, ensuring efficient allocation of resources to maximize product development outcomes.
- Ensure products are designed to comply with relevant fintech regulations and standards, including data security and privacy laws.
- Lead and mentor the R&D team, providing guidance and support to drive high-performance outcomes and professional growth.
Requirements:
- Min. of 5 years of experience in product management, preferably in the fintech industry or a closely related sector.
- Min. Bachelor’s degree in Business, Computer Science, Engineering, Finance, or a related field
- Strong understanding of fintech, financial products, and emerging technologies, including blockchain, AI, and machine learning.
- Strong project management abilities, including experience with resource allocation, timeline management, and risk assessment.
- Strong problem-solving skills, with a focus on developing customer-centric solutions.
- Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.
- Proven experience in leading, mentoring, and motivating a high-performing team, fostering an environment of innovation and continuous improvement.
- Passion for fintech innovation and a strong desire to stay updated on industry advancements and best practices.