Blockchain Product Manager

Placements24; Southampton; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

High salary + equity

Hybrid work

Health/dental/vision insurance

Professional development budget

Lead product innovation in blockchain

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a strategic Blockchain Product Manager to lead the development of crypto and blockchain products. You will define vision, strategy, and roadmap, collaborating with engineering, design, and marketing to bring cutting-edge solutions to market.

The role requires 5+ years in product management, with at least 3 years in blockchain/crypto. Excellent communication, leadership, and a strong understanding of blockchain tech and agile delivery are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Business, or a related field.
• MBA is a plus for strategic product leadership.
• 5+ years in product management with 3+ years in blockchain/crypto.
• Strong knowledge of blockchain tech, smart contracts and crypto ecosystems.
• Excellent communication, stakeholder management and leadership.

Responsibilities

• Define and articulate the product vision, strategy and roadmap for blockchain products.
• Conduct market, competitive and user research to identify opportunities.
• Write product requirements, user stories and specifications for engineering.
• Prioritize features and manage the product backlog effectively.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams across the product lifecycle.
• Launch products, analyze performance and iterate based on data.

Skills

Blockchain knowledge

Product management

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Agile delivery

Education

Bachelor's degree

MBA (plus)

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a strategic and experienced Blockchain Product Manager to lead the development of innovative products in the crypto and blockchain space. This role involves defining product vision, strategy, and roadmap, collaborating closely with engineering, design, and marketing teams to bring cutting-edge solutions to market. You will be instrumental in identifying market opportunities, understanding user needs, and ensuring our products deliver exceptional value and meet the evolving demands of the decentralized economy. This position in Randburg offers a dynamic environment for shaping the future of blockchain-powered products.

Key Responsibilities

• Define and articulate the product vision, strategy, and roadmap for blockchain-based products.
• Conduct market research, competitive analysis, and user research to identify product opportunities.
• Write detailed product requirements, user stories, and specifications for engineering teams.
• Prioritize product features and manage the product backlog effectively.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (engineering, design, marketing, legal) throughout the product lifecycle.
• Launch new products and features, analyze their performance, and iterate based on user feedback and data.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Business, or a related field; MBA is a plus.
• 5+ years of experience in product management, with a minimum of 3 years focused on blockchain technology or cryptocurrency products.
• Proven ability to define product strategy, manage roadmaps, and deliver successful products.
• Deep understanding of blockchain technology, smart contracts, and the broader crypto ecosystem.
• Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and leadership skills.
• Experience working in agile development environments and with cross-functional teams.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary with significant bonus and equity potential.
• Hybrid work model providing flexibility and work-life balance.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance coverage.
• Generous budget for professional development and attendance at industry conferences.
• Opportunity to lead product innovation in the rapidly growing blockchain industry.