Director - Product Development

Position Summary :

This role involves driving innovation, overseeing the development of new software products, managing technical teams, and ensuring the successful delivery of high-quality solutions.

The role will play a key role in shaping the company's product strategy, fostering a culture of innovation, and driving excellence in research and development.

Key Responsibilities :

- Lead and manage engineering teams

- Providing strategic direction, guidance, and mentorship to technical teams.

- Drive the development of new software products and solutions, from concept to delivery, ensuring alignment with the company's strategic and quality objectives.

- Collaborate with product management, engineering, UX/UI design and other cross-functional teams to define product requirements, prioritize features, and deliver innovative solutions that enhance the user experience.

- Oversee the planning, execution, and delivery of projects, ensuring adherence to timelines, budget, and quality standards.

- Foster a culture of innovation and continuous improvement within the department, encouraging experimentation, creativity, and collaboration.

- Stay abreast of industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices in software development to inform product strategy and innovation initiatives.

- Develop and maintain strong relationships with internal stakeholders, including senior management, product managers, and technical teams, to drive alignment on priorities and initiatives.

- Provide regular updates and reports on project status, key milestones, and performance metrics to senior management and stakeholders.

- Support the recruitment, training, and development of technical talent within the department, ensuring a high-performing and motivated team.

- Ensure compliance with relevant regulatory requirements, quality standards, and industry best practices in software development.

Qualifications and Skills :

- Degree in computer science, Engineering, or related technical field; advanced degree preferred.

- Should have a minimum of 10 years' experience in software development, of which a minimum of 10 years' experience should be in research and development, with a proven track record of leading and managing technical teams in a software product company.

- Strong leadership and management skills, with the ability to inspire, motivate, and mentor technical teams to achieve excellence.

- Deep understanding of software development methodologies, processes, and tools, with hands-on experience in Agile, Scrum, or similar frameworks.

- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams and communicate technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.

- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify market opportunities, analyse data, and drive product innovation.

- Experience in product management, product development, or related roles focused on e-commerce is highly desirable.

- Certification in project management (PMP, PRINCE2) is a plus.

Additional Information :

- This is a full-time position based in Pune

- Travel may be required occasionally for meetings, conferences, or client visits