Decentralized Finance (DeFi) Product Manager

Placements24; Bloemfontein; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,400,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work arrangement

Industry conferences and educational资源

Health and wellness programs

Equity or token grants potential

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a strategic DeFi Product Manager to drive vision and execution for cutting-edge DeFi products. This role, based in a Welkom office, requires deep knowledge of DeFi protocols, market trends, and user needs, managing end-to-end product lifecycle alongside engineering, marketing, and business development teams.

You will shape the product strategy, conduct market analyses, and translate requirements for engineering, while collaborating on go-to-market tactics to boost adoption in

Qualifications

• Proven experience in product management with a focus on DeFi and blockchain technologies.
• Deep understanding of DeFi protocols such as lending, borrowing, DEXs, and yield farming.
• Excellent analytical, strategic thinking, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to communicate complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Computer Science, or a related field.

Responsibilities

• Define product strategy and roadmap for DeFi products, aligning with market opportunities and company goals.
• Conduct market research and competitive analysis to identify user needs and emerging trends in DeFi.
• Translate product strategy into detailed requirements and specifications for engineering teams.
• Oversee the product development process, ensuring timely delivery of high-quality features.
• Collaborate with marketing and growth teams to develop go-to-market strategies and drive product adoption.

Skills

DeFi knowledge

Product management

Blockchain technologies

Analytical thinking

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business/Finance/CS

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a dynamic innovator in the Crypto & Blockchain space, is looking for a strategic Decentralized Finance (DeFi) Product Manager to drive the vision and execution of their cutting‑edge DeFi products. This role, based in our Welkom office, requires a deep understanding of DeFi protocols, market trends, and user needs. You will be responsible for the entire product lifecycle, from ideation and roadmap planning to launch and iteration, working closely with engineering, marketing, and business development teams. This is an exciting opportunity to shape the future of decentralized finance and contribute to groundbreaking solutions that are revolutionizing the financial landscape. You'll thrive in a fast‑paced environment where innovation and user‑centric design are paramount.

Key Responsibilities

• Define product strategy and roadmap for DeFi products, aligning with market opportunities and company goals.
• Conduct market research and competitive analysis to identify user needs and emerging trends in DeFi.
• Translate product strategy into detailed requirements and specifications for engineering teams.
• Oversee the product development process, ensuring timely delivery of high‑quality features.
• Collaborate with marketing and growth teams to develop go‑to‑market strategies and drive product adoption.

Requirements

• Proven experience in product management, with a strong focus on DeFi and blockchain technologies.
• Deep understanding of DeFi protocols such as lending, borrowing, decentralized exchanges (DEXs), and yield farming.
• Excellent analytical, strategic thinking, and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to effectively communicate complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Computer Science, or a related field.

Benefits

• Significant salary package and potential for equity or token grants.
• Hybrid work arrangement fostering collaboration and flexibility in Welkom .
• Access to industry‑leading conferences and educational resources in blockchain and finance.
• Comprehensive health and wellness programs.
• A stimulating work environment at the forefront of financial innovation.