Associate Director – Product

Upstox; Mumbai, Bengaluru; On-site; INR 3,500,000 - 7,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Upstox is seeking an Associate Director – Product (Wealth | Investor Platform) to shape the investor‑first platform. You will define the vision, strategy, and execution for Stocks, Mutual Funds, IPOs, and Fixed Income products, delivering a seamless user experience.

Lead a team of Product Managers, collaborate with design, technology, marketing, and operations to launch high‑impact fintech features, guided by data and user insights. Strong leadership and fintech background required.

Qualifications

• 8+ years total product management experience, including 3+ years in a leadership role.
• Proven track record in building and scaling B2C products (fintech or high-touch consumer platforms).
• Strong customer empathy with experience translating insights into exceptional product experiences.
• Strategic thinker with a hands-on approach to execution.
• Highly analytical, data-driven decision-making mindset.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Comfortable operating in fast-paced, dynamic environments.
• Founder’s mindset with a bias for ownership and results.

Responsibilities

• Lead Product Strategy: Define and drive the long-term product vision, aligned with business objectives and user needs.
• Roadmap Ownership: Build and own the product roadmap with a focus on quality, scalability, and timely delivery.
• Cross-Functional Execution: Collaborate with design, technology, marketing, operations, and sales for smooth product launches and iterations.
• Customer-Centric Innovation: Champion customer needs, turning insights into high-impact, user-friendly products.
• Team Leadership: Build, mentor, and lead a team of Product Managers, fostering growth, accountability, and high performance.
• Data-Driven Decision Making: Use product analytics, A/B testing, and research to inform product choices and measure outcomes.
• Stakeholder Collaboration: Align priorities with leadership and communicate strategy effectively.

Skills

Product leadership

Roadmap ownership

Cross-functional leadership

Data-driven decisions

Stakeholder management

Customer empathy

B2C fintech experience

Job description

Location

Bengaluru / Mumbai

Department

Technology – Product

Employment Type

Full-time | On-site

About Upstox

Upstox is building the future of investing — simple, powerful, and accessible to everyone. We are one of India’s fastest‑growing fintech platforms, backed by industry leaders such as Ratan Tata and Tiger Global. From first‑time investors to seasoned traders, millions trust Upstox to power their financial journeys.

Role Overview

As the Associate Director – Product (Wealth | Investor Platform), you will lead the vision, strategy, and execution of our investor‑first platform. You’ll work to simplify investing in Stocks, Mutual Funds, IPOs, and Fixed Income products, ensuring our platform delivers a seamless, delightful experience to every user.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead Product Strategy: Define and drive the long‑term product vision, aligned with business objectives and user needs.
• Roadmap Ownership: Build and own the product roadmap with a focus on quality, scalability, and timely delivery.
• Cross‑Functional Execution: Collaborate with design, technology, marketing, operations, and sales for smooth product launches and iterations.
• Customer‑Centric Innovation: Champion customer needs, turning insights into high‑impact, user‑friendly products.
• Team Leadership: Build, mentor, and lead a team of Product Managers, fostering growth, accountability, and high performance.
• Data‑Driven Decision Making: Use product analytics, A/B testing, and research to inform product choices and measure outcomes.
• Stakeholder Collaboration: Align priorities with leadership and communicate strategy effectively.

Skills & Experience Required

• 8+ years of total product management experience, including 3+ years in a leadership role
• Proven track record in building and scaling B2C products (fintech or high‑touch consumer platforms preferred)
• Strong customer empathy with experience translating insights into exceptional product experiences
• Strategic thinker with a hands‑on approach to execution
• Highly analytical, data‑driven decision‑making mindset
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
• Comfortable operating in fast‑paced, dynamic environments
• Founder’s mindset with a bias for ownership and results

Why Join Us

• Shape the future of wealth management on one of India’s fastest‑growing platforms
• Work in a product‑first culture that values speed, design, and user delight
• Operate with ownership, influence strategy, and drive results at scale