Head of Product - Blockchain & Crypto

Placements24; Randburg; Hybrid; ZAR 1,200,000 - 2,400,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equity

Remote-first work

Health benefits

Retirement plan

Performance bonuses

Job summary

Placements24 is assisting a client in recruiting a Head of Product to lead blockchain and crypto product development. This fully remote role requires defining the product vision, strategy, and roadmap while aligning with market needs and company objectives.

You will collaborate with engineering, marketing, and sales to deliver innovative products in decentralized finance and digital assets, mentoring a team of product managers in a data-driven, customer-centric culture.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in product leadership roles in FinTech, blockchain, or cryptocurrency.
• Track record of defining and launching technology products.
• Deep understanding of blockchain, DeFi, and digital assets.
• Experience with product roadmaps and agile development.
• Strong leadership, communication, and strategic thinking for remote work.

Responsibilities

• Define and drive the product vision, strategy, and roadmap for all blockchain and crypto products.
• Conduct market research, competitive analysis, and customer feedback sessions to identify new product opportunities.
• Translate product strategy into detailed product requirements and specifications.
• Collaborate closely with engineering teams to oversee product development and ensure timely delivery.
• Lead and mentor a team of product managers, fostering a data-driven and customer-centric product culture.

Skills

Strategic leadership

Product strategy

Blockchain/FinTech knowledge

Team mentoring

Remote collaboration

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a strategic and experienced Head of Product to lead product development for their Blockchain and Cryptocurrency initiatives. In this key leadership role, you will define the product vision, strategy, and roadmap, ensuring alignment with market needs and company objectives. You will work closely with engineering, marketing, and sales teams to deliver innovative products that capitalize on the evolving opportunities within the decentralized finance and digital asset space. This is a fully remote position, offering the chance to shape the future of the company's offerings from anywhere.

Key Responsibilities

• Define and drive the product vision, strategy, and roadmap for all blockchain and crypto products.
• Conduct market research, competitive analysis, and customer feedback sessions to identify new product opportunities.
• Translate product strategy into detailed product requirements and specifications.
• Collaborate closely with engineering teams to oversee product development and ensure timely delivery.
• Lead and mentor a team of product managers, fostering a data-driven and customer-centric product culture.

Requirements

• Proven experience in product leadership roles (e.g., Head of Product, Senior Product Manager) with a strong background in FinTech, Blockchain, or Cryptocurrency .
• Demonstrated success in defining and launching successful technology products.
• Deep understanding of blockchain technology, decentralized finance, and digital assets.
• Experience managing product roadmaps and working with agile development methodologies.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and strategic thinking skills, ideally within a remote-first environment.

Benefits

• Highly competitive executive salary with performance-based bonuses and equity.
• Opportunity to lead product innovation in a groundbreaking industry.
• Fully remote work environment with significant flexibility.
• Comprehensive health, retirement, and other benefits.
• Be a pivotal leader in shaping the company's digital asset strategy.