SDVerse is a pioneering online marketplace dedicated to commercialization of automotive software, driving the industry towards a software-defined future. Backed by GM, Magna, and Wipro, this independent platform empowers OEMs, suppliers, and software providers to discover, compare, and adopt automotive software solutions, tools, and services.
Job description: Director of Product
Take ownership of the product roadmap for the Automotive B2B marketplace. Incorporate AI advancements to optimize product discovery, comparison functionalities, and streamline customer onboarding processes.
Champion customer engagement strategies, comprehensively grasp evolving market needs, and translate insights into actionable product strategies that anticipate future industry requirements.
Supervise the end-to-end development of the B2B marketplace, from providing strategic direction for backlog definition through kanban storyboards to overseeing technical implementation. Conduct rigorous software architecture reviews and establish best practices for continuous integration and deployment.
Influence and define product development timelines and key milestones for periodic launch initiatives. Collaborate closely with development teams to manage scope and delivery timelines effectively.
Develop technical proposals for periodic marketplace enhancements and align them with product and commercial leadership objectives. Guide product increments with product managers and oversee the execution of user acceptance testing.
Support seamless onboarding of new users onto the platform, ensuring a frictionless and efficient experience.
Skills and Experience:
Broad knowledge and understanding of automotive software ecosystem (embedded, connectivity, mobile, data science and cloud software systems], working at OEMs, suppliers, or software firms.
12+ years of experience in Product Management or Software Engineering roles, with a track record of leading teams in developing SaaS, digital platforms, or digital marketplaces for B2B environments.
Working knowledge with advanced technologies such as AI to enhance product functionalities and user experiences.
Ability to translate market insights and customer needs into a comprehensive product roadmap aligned with business goals.
Proven ability to engage effectively with cross-functional teams, manage expectations, and drive consensus on technical and product-related decisions.
Agile mindset with a proactive approach to identifying opportunities for innovation and improvement within the marketplace ecosystem.
Strong communication skills to articulate technical concepts and proposals to both technical and non-technical stakeholders, driving alignment and support for product initiatives.
This role offers a unique opportunity to shape the future of automotive software through leadership in product strategy, technical innovation, and marketplace development, driving significant impact across the industry.
Employment type
Full-time
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