Product Development Manager (FinTech)

Softwave Tech Limited; West of England; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Softwave Tech Solutions Ltd is seeking a Product Development Manager to lead the planning, development, enhancement and delivery of technology products and FinTech solutions. You will translate business and customer requirements into effective digital products, coordinating development activities to deliver high technical and commercial standards.

You will collaborate with software developers, engineers and stakeholders to manage the product lifecycle from concept through launch and continuous

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of product development and technology delivery processes.
• Knowledge of software development lifecycles and Agile methodologies.
• Ability to translate business requirements into clear product specifications.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving and decision-making skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead the end-to-end product development lifecycle for FinTech and technology-based products and services.
• Identify product opportunities based on client requirements, market developments, emerging technologies and business objectives.
• Gather, analyse and document functional and technical product requirements.
• Develop product specifications, roadmaps, development priorities and delivery plans.
• Coordinate product development projects and monitor progress against milestones, budgets and deadlines.

Skills

Product lifecycle

Agile methodologies

Stakeholder management

Analytical thinking

Cross-functional leadership

Job description

Job Purpose

SOFTWAVE TECH SOLUTIONS LTD is seeking a Product Development Manager to lead the planning, development, enhancement and delivery of technology products and solutions, with a particular focus on financial technology (FinTech). The role will be responsible for translating business and customer requirements into effective digital products, coordinating product development activities, and ensuring that solutions are delivered to a high technical and commercial standard.

The Product Development Manager will work closely with software developers, technical specialists, business stakeholders, clients and other relevant teams to manage the product lifecycle from initial concept and requirements gathering through development, testing, launch and continuous improvement.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Lead the end-to-end product development lifecycle for FinTech and technology-based products and services.


• Identify product opportunities based on client requirements, market developments, emerging technologies and business objectives.


• Gather, analyse and document functional and technical product requirements.


• Develop product specifications, roadmaps, development priorities and delivery plans.


• Work closely with software developers, engineers, designers and technical consultants to ensure requirements are clearly understood and implemented.


• Coordinate product development projects and monitor progress against agreed milestones, budgets and deadlines.


• Prioritise product features, enhancements and development tasks according to business value, customer requirements and technical feasibility.


• Manage communication between technical and non-technical stakeholders throughout the product development process.


• Analyse customer feedback, product performance and market trends to identify opportunities for improvements and new features.


• Support the development of secure and reliable FinTech solutions, including systems involving digital payments, financial data, transaction processing and business financial applications where applicable.


• Ensure that product requirements consider appropriate security, data protection, usability, reliability and scalability standards.


• Work with technical teams to identify and resolve product issues, defects and development risks.


• Coordinate user acceptance testing, product reviews and implementation activities.


• Monitor product performance following launch and recommend corrective actions or enhancements.


• Prepare product documentation, specifications, progress reports and management updates.


• Conduct competitor and market research to support product strategy and positioning.


• Assist with estimating development resources, timescales and costs for proposed product initiatives.


• Contribute to continuous improvement of the company's software development and product management processes.


• Ensure products remain aligned with client expectations, commercial objectives and evolving technology requirements.


• Stay informed about developments in FinTech, software platforms, digital financial services, APIs, cloud technologies, cybersecurity and relevant industry practices.


• Provide guidance and support to junior product and project team members where required.

Skills and Competencies

• The successful candidate should demonstrate:


• Strong understanding of product development and technology delivery processes.


• Knowledge of software development lifecycles and Agile methodologies.


• Ability to translate business requirements into clear product specifications.


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


• Experience coordinating multidisciplinary technical teams.


• Good understanding of digital products, software platforms and technology solutions.


• Awareness of FinTech technologies, digital payments, financial applications and technology-driven financial services.


• Strong project planning, prioritisation and organisational skills.


• Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.


• Ability to manage multiple projects, priorities and deadlines effectively.


• Commercial awareness and an understanding of customer and market requirements.


• Strong attention to detail and commitment to delivering high-quality products.


• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with technical and business teams.


• Working Relationships

The Product Development Manager will work with:

• Company directors and senior management.


• Software developers and technical consultants.


• Product, project and business development teams.


• Clients and business stakeholders.


• External technology providers and service partners where required.

Role Objective

The overall objective of the role is to ensure that SOFTWAVE TECH SOLUTIONS LTD develops and delivers innovative, reliable and commercially viable technology products that meet client requirements and support the company's growth within the UK technology and FinTech sector.