Blockchain Product Manager

Placements24; Rustenburg; Hybrid; ZAR 1,000,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote work

Stock options

Flexible hours

Health insurance

Professional development budget

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a visionary Blockchain Product Manager to lead the development and strategic direction of its DeFi product suite in a fully remote role.

You will define the product vision, strategy, and roadmap, translating market needs and technical capabilities into successful blockchain-based offerings. The ideal candidate has deep blockchain knowledge, product acumen, and a passion for user-centric dApps.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher required.
• MBA preferred.
• 5+ years in product management focusing on blockchain/DeFi.
• Strong understanding of blockchain tech, smart contracts and dApps.

Responsibilities

• Define product vision, strategy, and roadmap for blockchain products.
• Conduct market research, competitive analysis, and user interviews.
• Translate strategy into detailed requirements and user stories.
• Prioritize backlog based on value, user need, and feasibility.
• Collaborate with engineering, design, marketing, and legal.
• Manage full product lifecycle from ideation to launch.
• Track key metrics and drive product improvements.
• Communicate plans and progress to stakeholders.
• Stay ahead of blockchain and DeFi trends.

Skills

Blockchain knowledge

Product management

Strategy & roadmaps

Stakeholder management

Agile methodologies

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business, CS, or Engineering

MBA or equivalent experience

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a disruptive force in the decentralized finance (DeFi) sector, is seeking a visionary Blockchain Product Manager to lead the development and strategic direction of their innovative product suite. This is a remote position, offering the flexibility to work from anywhere. You will be responsible for defining the product vision, strategy, and roadmap for our client's blockchain-based offerings, translating market needs and technical capabilities into successful products. The ideal candidate possesses a deep understanding of blockchain technology, coupled with strong product management acumen and a passion for building user-centric decentralized applications. This is an exceptional opportunity to shape the future of finance in a fast-paced, cutting-edge industry.

Key Responsibilities

• Define and articulate the product vision, strategy, and roadmap for blockchain-related products.
• Conduct market research, competitive analysis, and customer interviews to identify opportunities and requirements.
• Translate product strategy into detailed product requirements, user stories, and specifications.
• Prioritize product features and backlog based on business value, user needs, and technical feasibility.
• Collaborate closely with engineering, design, marketing, and legal teams to deliver high-quality products.
• Manage the entire product lifecycle, from ideation and development to launch and iteration.
• Define and track key product metrics, analyzing performance and identifying areas for improvement.
• Act as a subject matter expert on blockchain technology and its applications.
• Communicate product plans, progress, and insights to stakeholders at all levels.
• Stay abreast of the latest trends and innovations in the blockchain and DeFi space.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• MBA or equivalent experience preferred.
• Proven experience (5+ years) in product management, with a significant focus on blockchain, cryptocurrency, or DeFi products.
• Deep understanding of blockchain technology, smart contracts, decentralized applications (dApps), and token economics.
• Demonstrated success in defining and launching innovative technology products.
• Strong analytical, strategic thinking, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Experience working in agile development environments.
• Ability to effectively manage cross-functional teams and influence stakeholders.
• Passion for decentralized technologies and their potential impact.
• Familiarity with UI/UX principles for digital products.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.
• Comprehensive health insurance and wellness programs.
• Fully remote work arrangement with flexible hours.
• Generous stock options package, reflecting the company's growth potential.
• Significant opportunities for career advancement in a rapidly evolving industry.
• Be a key leader in shaping the future of decentralized finance.
• Professional development budget for conferences, courses, and continuous learning.
• Collaborative and innovative company culture.