ELXER

Job Description

Position Overview:
The Software Product Manager will oversee the development, optimization, and evolution of our software products, translating customer needs and business goals into actionable product strategies. This role requires a data-driven individual with strong technical understanding and a keen sense for user experience and product-market fit.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Product Strategy and Vision

   • Define and communicate a compelling product vision and roadmap aligned with company goals.
   • Conduct market and competitive research to identify customer pain points and opportunities.
   • Continuously assess industry trends, emerging technologies, and competitor strategies to inform product direction.

2. Product Lifecycle Management

   • Guide products through the entire lifecycle, from ideation, design, development, launch, and ongoing improvements.
   • Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including engineering, design, marketing, and sales, to deliver quality products on time.

3. Customer Insights and Market Research

   • Gather, prioritize, and translate customer feedback and market research into product features and enhancements.
   • Conduct user research, analyze data, and work closely with the customer success team to identify product improvements and opportunities for growth.

4. Stakeholder Communication

   • Serve as the primary point of contact for product-related updates, collaborating with stakeholders to ensure alignment and clarity.
   • Present product strategies, status updates, and results to stakeholders, gathering feedback and making informed adjustments as needed.

5. Agile Development and Prioritization

   • Work closely with development teams to implement an agile product development process, establishing clear priorities and timelines.
   • Create, prioritize, and manage product backlogs, translating requirements into epics, user stories, and acceptance criteria.

6. Metrics and Performance Analysis

   • Establish product performance metrics (KPIs), monitor progress, and assess success post-launch.
   • Utilize data analytics to inform feature prioritization, usability, and customer satisfaction.

Key Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Business, Engineering, or related field (MBA or equivalent is a plus).
• 7-10 years of experience in product management, ideally within software or tech-driven environments.
• Strong understanding of agile methodologies and product lifecycle management.
• Proven track record of managing product roadmaps and delivering successful software products.
• Excellent analytical skills, with experience leveraging data to make strategic product decisions.
• Exceptional communication, collaboration, and project management skills.
• Ability to balance technical knowledge with business acumen and user-centered design principles.