Product Manager - Mobile App

We are looking for a Product Manager for a client, a mobile app based lending platform, based in Kolkatta . They currently provide small ticket loans to college students in India to meet their temporary cash shortfalls. Their technology architecture and processes allow them to seamlessly onboard users, assess risk, and disburse and collect funds without any physical interface with our customers.

Job role :

- Take ownership and drive ongoing improvement in the two major product segments of the company - (1) mobile app used by external customers, and (2) software used by internal employees  

- Gain a deep understanding of user experience (internal and external), identify and fill product gaps, and generate new ideas that improve customer experience and drive efficiency (for internal users), and incorporate into product design and functionality -

- Translate product strategy into detailed requirements and prototypes ; Scope and prioritize activities based on business and user impact -

- Keep abreast of latest technological developments and continuously incorporate newer elements in product functionality after discussion with business teams 

- Work with the software development team to (1) architect and define the necessary technical solutions, (2) create a development work plan, and (2) ensure efficient and timely execution of development work

Requirements :

- Work experience in product management is preferred, with a track record of managing all aspects of a successful product throughout its lifecycle 

- Ability to develop product strategies and effectively communicate recommendations to executive management 

- Solid technical background with understanding and/or hands-on experience in software development and web and mobile technologies  

- Strong problem solving skills and willingness to roll up one's sleeves to get the job done 

- Skilled at working effectively with cross functional teams 

- Excellent written and verbal communication skills 

- MS/BS degree in Computer Science, Engineering or equivalent