Job Summary

We are looking for a dynamic and experienced Product Head to lead the development and execution of Aksums proprietary technology modules. This role involves end-to-end product ownership from gathering business requirements to delivering robust, scalable solutions in collaboration with in-house teams and external vendors.

Key Responsibilities

Product Planning & Strategy

- Define the product roadmap in alignment with Aksums business goals.

- Prioritize features and modules based on stakeholder input, business impact, and technical feasibility.

- Translate business requirements into clear product specifications and development plans.

Vendor Management

- Collaborate with external tech vendors to build custom modules using proprietary code.

- Define and monitor vendor SLAs, timelines, and deliverables.

- Act as the primary liaison between Aksum and third-party vendors to ensure alignment and timely execution.

Cross-functional Team Leadership

- Lead and coordinate efforts across internal teams including Testing/QA, Business Analysis (BA), Development, and Documentation.

- Ensure clear delegation of tasks, adherence to deadlines, and seamless integration between modules.

- Conduct regular sprint reviews, planning, and stand-ups to monitor progress and address blockers.

Technical Oversight

- Finalize and validate business requirements with the tech team to ensure feasibility and alignment with system architecture.

- Oversee code quality, design standards, and data integrity across developed modules.

- Provide high-level guidance on system integration, scalability, and security.

Technology Stack Expertise

- Strong working knowledge of Python and the Frappe framework.

- Hands-on experience or working knowledge with ERP Next customization and deployment.

- Understanding of hosting environments, especially AWS infrastructure, and network configuration.

Documentation & Compliance

- Ensure all modules are well-documented, version-controlled, and compliant with internal and external regulations.

- Maintain product documentation, including user guides, functional specifications, and technical design documents.

- Stakeholder Management

- Regularly engage with business stakeholders to gather feedback and ensure product relevance and usability.

- Conduct demonstrations and training sessions for end-users.

Required Skills & Qualifications

- Bachelors or Masters degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field.

- Proven experience in product management or technical leadership roles.

- Excellent understanding of software development lifecycle (SDLC) and agile methodologies.

- Proficiency with Python, Frappe framework, ERPNext, and AWS.

- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.

- Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.

Preferred Qualifications

- Experience with SaaS product development.

- Prior exposure to building or scaling ERP systems.

- Certifications in product management, cloud computing, or agile practices.