We are seeking an experienced Product Manager with a proven track record of successfully managing multiple technical projects concurrently, leading teams, and expertise in agile and kanban methodologies. The ideal candidate should have at least 10 years of relevant experience and be technically proficient, capable of unblocking developers as needed. Additionally, the candidate should have a strong ability & vision to create product roadmaps.
Responsibilities :
- Project Planning and Execution :
- Develop comprehensive project plans, including defining project objectives, scope, deliverables, timelines, and resources.
- Execute projects according to plan, ensuring timely and quality delivery of project milestones.
- Team Leadership :
- Lead and manage cross-functional teams, providing clear direction, assigning tasks, and motivating team members to achieve project goals.
- Foster a collaborative and productive team environment.
- Agile and Kanban Methodology :
- Utilize agile and kanban methodologies to effectively manage projects, including Scrum, lean, orother agile frameworks.
- Facilitate agile ceremonies such as daily stand-ups, sprint planning, and retrospectives.
- Technical Knowledge :
- Possess technical expertise to understand and effectively communicate with development teams.
- Unblock developers by providing technical guidance and resolving technical challenges as needed.
Product Roadmapping :
Create and manage product roadmaps, aligning them with business goals and customer needs.Develop strategic plans for product releases, including prioritization, resource allocation, and timeline management.Stakeholder Management :
Identify and manage project stakeholders, including internal and external stakeholders.Communicate project status, risks, and issues to stakeholders in a timely and effective manner. Manage stakeholder expectations and resolve conflicts.Risk Management :
Identify and proactively manage risks throughout the project lifecycle.Develop contingency plans and take corrective actions as needed to mitigate risks and ensure successful project outcomes.Quality Management :
Establish quality standards and ensure project deliverables meet the specified quality requirements.Monitor and measure project performance against quality metrics, implementing improvements as necessary.Documentation :
Keep accurate and up-to-date project documentation, including project plans, progress reports, meeting minutes, and other project-related records.Ensure documentation is organized and easily accessible to project stakeholders.Continuous Improvement :
Evaluate project performance, identify areas for improvement, and implement corrective actions to enhance project outcomes and processes.Drive continuous improvement initiatives within the project team and organization.Qualifications :
Minimum of 10 years of experience as a Project Manager, in a software development environmentProven experience with agile and kanban methodologies, such as Scrum, Lean, or other agile frameworksStrong problem-solving skills and ability to adapt to changesAbility to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and handle multiple prioritiesExperience in risk management, quality management, and documentationExperience in Architecture and delivery of Enterprise scale applicationsExperience with database modeling and developmentGood to Have
Familiarity with building SaaS applications from the ground upFamiliarity with modern architecture practicesExperience leading multiple technical teamsPassionate about building delightful products with a customer-centric mindset(ref : iimjobs.com)