Product Manager (Entry Level)

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Santander Auto Software is seeking an entry-level, SaaS Product Manager

Santander Auto Software is building a new, state-of-the-art global software platform and product suite to be rolled out across Europe.

The team is 100% tech-focused, composed of skilled cross-border software developers, led by esteemed leaders with backgrounds in global tech companies.

If you want to create innovative technology solutions that impact hundreds of thousands of international customers, and enjoy ownership and working with diverse technologies, join us!

Santander values equality and offers opportunities regardless of gender, culture, or disability. Our mission is to help more people and businesses prosper.

WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING

We are looking for an entry-level SaaS Product Manager with a background in product development to ensure customer satisfaction.

This role involves working with business owners, product managers, and engineering teams to define priorities, requirements, and releases. You will communicate regularly with leadership on roadmaps, updates, risks, and changes. Skills in cross-team coordination, product management, problem-solving, stakeholder management, and executive communication are essential, along with sound judgment and product lifecycle oversight.

As part of Santander Auto Software, you will lead the development of one of our verticals, collaborating closely with engineers, business teams, and countries.

Key responsibilities include :

• Create and deliver a roadmap aligned with our global strategy.
• Work with Tech Leads and Engineers to define requirements for our SaaS platform.
• Lead the specification, selection, and implementation of new software and features.
• Break down products and features into user stories.
• Manage the product design and development process, including backlog management and prioritization.
• Use market research and customer behavior insights to develop products, leveraging data and analytics tools.
• Use insights to inform decisions and measure success.
• Conduct user research to guide product requirements, design, and strategy.
• Define key features and specifications based on customer preferences.
• Collaborate with UX teams to refine discovery, design, and validation processes.
• Test and validate user stories via APIs and interfaces.
• Work with cross-functional teams, including third-party suppliers.

EXPERIENCE

• Experience in automotive leasing or financing is beneficial.
• Experience in enterprise software product roles and building successful technology products.
• Software development experience is a plus.
• Excellent collaboration and problem-solving skills.
• Strong presentation and writing skills.
• Experience in developing product roadmaps and release plans is helpful.
• Ability to prioritize and make trade-offs effectively.
• Proficiency with product analytics tools.
• Knowledge of human-centered design principles.
• Balance of technical, user-centric, and business understanding.
• Proactive, organized, and accountable with project management skills.
• Experience with collaboration tools like Slack, Trello, JIRA, Figma, GitLab.

EDUCATION

• Bachelor’s in Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field, or equivalent experience.

SKILLS & KNOWLEDGE

• Experience working with agile teams to deliver outcomes.
• Strong analytical skills and data-driven decision-making.
• Experience in all aspects of product management from discovery to delivery.
• Focus on systems and user experience to deliver value.
• Use of technology to scale organizations.
• Excellent listening and communication skills.
• Ability to understand client requirements and industry opportunities quickly.
• Self-motivated and comfortable in fast-paced, ambiguous environments.
• Solution-oriented mindset.

LOCATIONS

• Remote work from Spain, Portugal, or the Netherlands.

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