Senior Product Manager

Circle Digital Ventures; Chennai District; On-site; INR 1,800,000 - 2,500,000; Full time

Job summary

A fast-growing maritime tech company is seeking a Senior Product Manager in Chennai, Tamil Nadu, to lead the strategy, development, and scaling of key digital and hardware-enabled products. The ideal candidate will have over 12 years of experience in product management, particularly in SaaS or IoT environments. This role involves close collaboration with engineering and design teams, conducting market research, and ensuring product innovation to enhance user experiences. Join a dynamic startup environment focused on improving seafarer lives.

Qualifications

• 12+ years of product management experience, preferably in SaaS, IoT, or fintech.
• Experience with internationally distributed technology products.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Define and own product strategy aligned with business objectives.
• Develop and manage product roadmap, prioritizing features based on customer needs.
• Conduct market and competitor research to identify product innovation opportunities.

Skills

Product roadmap development

Cross-functional leadership

Market analysis

User-centric design

Data-driven decision-making

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Business, Engineering, Computer Science, or related field

Job description

Backed by leading ship operators and some of the world’s largest shipowners, Circle Digital Ventures (CircleDV) is a fast-growing maritime tech company reshaping the future of seafarer lives. Our ecosystem includes safety wearables, wellness solutions, and fintech services—purpose-built for seafarers and those working in industrial environments.

Objectives

The Senior Product Manager will lead the strategy, development, and global scaling of key digital and hardware-enabled products within the CircleDV ecosystem. This role requires an experienced product leader who has worked with international brands or globally deployed technology products and can translate market needs into scalable product strategies.

The ideal candidate combines strong product thinking, customer empathy, data-driven decision-making, and cross-functional leadership. You will work closely with engineering, design, operations, and commercial teams to bring innovative solutions to market and continuously improve the user experience.

Responsibilities

• Define and own product strategy aligned with the company’s business objectives
• Develop and manage the product roadmap, prioritizing features and enhancements based on customer needs, market opportunities, and business goals
• Conduct market and competitor research to identify opportunities for product innovation
• Drive both 0–1 product development and 1–N product scaling initiatives

2. Product Development & Execution

• Work closely with engineering, design, and data teams to deliver high-quality product releases
• Translate product vision into detailed product requirements, user stories, and functional specifications
• Ensure products are built with scalability, usability, and reliability in mind
• Engage with customers, partners, and internal teams to understand evolving needs
• Use qualitative and quantitative insights to improve product features and user journey.
• Monitor product performance using key metrics and data analytics
• Continuously optimize the product experience based on user feedback and usage patterns

4. Global Product Scaling

• Support international product deployment across multiple markets and customer segments
• Ensure product capabilities meet the needs of global enterprise clients and industrial operators
• Work with commercial teams to support product adoption and customer success
• Drive continuous product improvement to maintain competitiveness in global markets

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Business, Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field
• 12+ years of product management experience, preferably in SaaS, IoT, wearable technology, fintech, or enterprise platforms
• Experience working with international brands or globally distributed technology products
• Proven ability to manage the full product lifecycle from concept to global scale
• Strong experience in product roadmap development, market analysis, and user-centric design
• Experience collaborating with cross-functional teams across engineering, design, commercial, and operations
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to translate insights into product improvements
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills in multicultural and global environments
• Comfortable operating in a fast-paced, high-growth startup environment