Product Manager
Description
As a Product Manager, you will be responsible for defining and guiding the product strategy, managing the product lifecycle from concept to launch, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure successful delivery and alignment with business goals. This will help us excel at developing innovative products to stay ahead of the game.
Responsibilities
- Develop and execute the product vision and strategy, aligning with the overall business objectives.
- Conduct market research and competitive analysis to identify opportunities and threats.
- Define the product roadmap and prioritize features based on user needs and business value.
- Collaborate with Stakeholders to maintain and prioritize product backlogs.
- Create the conceptual product architecture and strategic product backlog.
- Collaborate with the development team to define and refine product requirements.
- Prioritize and manage the product backlog, ensuring alignment with the product vision.
- Work closely with the design team to ensure a seamless user experience.
- Working closely with UI/UX and design teams to drive and measure feature value
- Measure product/feature success through data
- Conduct user research and gather feedback to inform product decisions
- Ensure product quality and timely delivery.
- Assist with product /system/process documentation to support Users and Business continuity
- Champion Scrum and Agile methodologies to foster iterative and adaptive development.
- Collaborate with Software Engineering leads and external teams to define, prioritize, and deliver project requirements.
- Participate in Agile ceremonies, such as sprint planning, daily stand-ups, and retrospectives.
- Proactively address impediments to ensure smooth progress and communication across teams.
- Work closely with engineering, design, marketing, and sales teams to ensure product success.
- Foster strong relationships with stakeholders and build consensus around product decisions.
- Communicate effectively with technical and non-technical audiences.
Requirements
- Proven experience as a Product Manager or Product Owner in a software development environment. (required)
- Strong understanding of product lifecycle and management. (required)
- Ability to define and prioritize product requirements. (required)
- Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to convey complex ideas clearly and effectively. (required)
- Experience working collaboratively in cross-functional teams, with a focus on achieving shared goals. (required)
- Expertise in managing multiple projects/tasks simultaneously, with a track record of delivering on time and within scope. (required)
- Exceptional attention to detail, ensuring high standards of quality in all outputs. (required)
- Ability to adapt quickly to changing environments and priorities, maintaining effectiveness in dynamic situations. (required)
- Strong understanding of agile methodologies, such as Scrum and Kanban. (required)
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills. (required)
- Experience with product management tools, such as Jira and Confluence. (required)
- A passion for technology and a deep understanding of user needs. (required)
- A strong sense of ownership and accountability. (required)
- In-depth knowledge of sports betting markets, including odds calculation, betting types and market trends. (preferred)
- Previous experience in the online gaming or casino industry, with a strong understanding of player behaviour and industry regulations. (preferred)
- Familiarity with gambling regulations and compliance requirements in various jurisdictions, ensuring adherence to legal standards. (preferred)
- Knowledge of design thinking principles. (preferred)
- Business acumen and understanding of financial metrics. (preferred)
- A track record of successful product launches. (preferred)
- Experience with data analysis and A/B testing. (preferred)
- A strong understanding of user experience (UX) principles. (preferred)
Benefits
- Comprehensive learning and development programmes
- Innovative Performance Tool for regular, constructive feedback
- Employee Assistance programme
- Free Daily Meal
- Free Massages On-site
- Free On-Site Gym
- Group Life Cover
- Funeral Fund Benefit
- Financial Services Assistance
- Curro School Fees Benefit
- Income Continuation Benefit
- Leadership Training
- Referral Bonus
- Medical Aid Subsidy
- Free Sleep Coaching
- On-site Barista
- Retirement Annuity Subsidy
- Team Builds
