Blockchain Product Manager - Decentralized Ecosystems

Placements24; Soweto; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Token incentives

Fully remote

Growth opportunities

Groundbreaking projects

Collaborative culture

Web3 impact

Job summary

Placements24 in South Africa is seeking a visionary Blockchain Product Manager to guide the development of decentralized products from Soweto, Gauteng. You will define roadmaps, translate market needs into features, and work with engineering, design, and marketing to deliver compelling products.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in product management with blockchain/Web3 focus, strong strategic thinking, and leadership skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Computer Science, Engineering; MBA or Master's preferred.
• 5+ years of product management experience focused on blockchain or Web3.
• Deep understanding of blockchain tech, smart contracts, dApps, and tokenomics.
• Proven track record of launching and scaling technology products.
• Excellent strategic thinking, analytics, and communication skills.
• Experience in agile environments.
• Familiarity with UI/UX and user-centered design.
• Ability to work remotely with Soweto, Gauteng hub.

Responsibilities

• Define and own the product vision, strategy, and roadmap for blockchain products.
• Conduct market research, competitive analysis, and user research.
• Translate strategy into requirements, user stories, and prototypes.
• Prioritize features and manage the product backlog.
• Collaborate with engineering to oversee the development lifecycle.
• Define go-to-market strategies and product positioning with marketing and sales.
• Monitor product performance and iterate based on user feedback.
• Stay informed on trends in blockchain and Web3.
• Act as a subject matter expert for blockchain products.

Skills

Product management

Blockchain/Web3

Strategic thinking

Market research

Agile development

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business, Computer Science, Engineering

MBA or Master's preferred

Job description

About the Role Crypto & Blockchain space, seeking a visionary Blockchain Product Manager to guide the development and strategy of their decentralized products from Soweto, Gauteng. This role requires a deep understanding of blockchain technology, decentralized applications (dApps), and the broader Web3 ecosystem. You will be responsible for defining product roadmaps, translating market needs into product features, and working closely with engineering, design, and marketing teams to deliver exceptional products. The ideal candidate is passionate about decentralization and possesses strong strategic thinking and leadership skills. Join us in Soweto and help shape the future of decentralized innovation.

Key Responsibilities

• Define and own the product vision, strategy, and roadmap for blockchain-based products.
• Conduct market research, competitive analysis, and user research to identify opportunities.
• Translate product strategy into detailed requirements, user stories, and prototypes.
• Prioritize product features and manage the product backlog.
• Collaborate closely with engineering teams to oversee the development lifecycle.
• Work with marketing and sales teams to define go-to-market strategies and product positioning.
• Monitor product performance, gather user feedback, and iterate on product features.
• Stay informed about the latest trends and advancements in blockchain technology and the Web3 ecosystem.
• Act as a subject matter expert for blockchain products, both internally and externally.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field; MBA or Master's preferred.
• 5+ years of experience in product management, with a significant focus on blockchain or Web3 products.
• Deep understanding of blockchain technology, smart contracts, dApps, and tokenomics.
• Proven track record of launching and scaling successful technology products.
• Excellent strategic thinking, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Experience working in agile development environments.
• Familiarity with UI/UX principles and user-centered design.
• Ability to work effectively in a remote setting, connected to the Soweto, Gauteng hub.
• Passion for decentralized technologies and the future of the internet.

Benefits

• Competitive salary, bonus, and potential token incentives.
• Fully remote work option, providing maximum flexibility.
• Opportunities for professional growth and leadership development in the Crypto & Blockchain sector.
• Work on groundbreaking decentralized products with significant market impact.
• Collaborative and forward-thinking company culture.
• Contribute to the growth of the Web3 ecosystem from Soweto.