Product Manager

SUMMARY:
We are looking for a talented Product Manager to join our team in a permanent role based in Cape Town. 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. 

POSITION INFO:
Responsibilities

• Product Strategy
• 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.
• Product Management
• 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
• Agile Practices
• 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.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration
• 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.

• Proven experience as a Product Manager or Product Owner in a software development environment.
• Strong understanding of product lifecycle and management.
• Ability to define and prioritize product requirements.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to convey complex ideas clearly and effectively
• Experience working collaboratively in cross-functional teams, with a focus on achieving shared goals
• Expertise in managing multiple projects/tasks simultaneously, with a track record of delivering on time and within scope
• Exceptional attention to detail, ensuring high standards of quality in all outputs
• Ability to adapt quickly to changing environments and priorities, maintaining effectiveness in dynamic situations
• Strong understanding of agile methodologies, such as Scrum and Kanban.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Experience with product management tools, such as Jira and Confluence.
• A passion for technology and a deep understanding of user needs.
• A strong sense of ownership and accountability.

• In-depth knowledge of sports betting markets, including odds calculation, betting types and market trends.
• Previous experience in the online gaming or casino industry, with a strong understanding of player behaviour and industry regulations.
• Familiarity with gambling regulations and compliance requirements in various jurisdictions, ensuring adherence to legal standards.
• Knowledge of design thinking principles.