Product Manager - Unified Entity Layer

Meltwater Group; Cape Town; Hybrid; ZAR 600 000 - 800 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading data-driven company in Cape Town seeks a skilled Product Manager to own and evolve its core data model. The candidate will work closely with engineering and data science teams to ensure data reliability and enhance user workflows. Ideal applicants have 4+ years in product management, a strong technical understanding of data systems, and excellent communication skills. This role offers a dynamic work environment and is focused on fostering innovation and collaboration.

Benefits

Flexible paid time off

Discovery Health coverage

Complimentary CalmApp subscription

Energetic work environment

Family leave program

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• 4+ years in Product Management working with data-heavy systems.
• Experience working with entity models or structured data relationships.
• Strong technical understanding of structured data and data modeling.

Responsibilities

• Own and evolve the core entity data model connecting key entities.
• Unify and standardize datasets to enhance data reliability.
• Set and monitor data quality measures and drive improvements.

Skills

Product Management

Collaboration

Customer value mindset

Structured thinking

Excellent communication skills

Technical understanding of data

Education

4+ years in Product Management

Tools

APIs

Graph databases

Job description

Location: Cape Town, South Africa
Date Posted: Jan 20, 2026
Category: Product Management

What You’ll Do:

• Own and evolve the core entity data model that connects key entities across our products (e.g., organizations, sources, themes).
• Unify and standardize datasets to reduce duplication and improve consistency and data reliability.
• Define how entities are identified, matched, and maintained, combining automated methods with human review where needed.
• Work closely with AI & Enrichment teams to ensure entity context improves classification, sentiment, topics, and narrative understanding.
• Collaborate with Search & Retrieval teams to ensure fast, reliable entity‑aware search and filtering experiences.
• Set and monitor data quality measures, and drive ongoing improvements in accuracy, coverage, and consistency.

What You’ll Bring:

• 4+ years in Product Management working with data‑heavy systems (e.g., data platforms, ML/NLP enrichment systems, large‑scale information architectures).
• Customer value mindset: You understand how foundational data capabilities power end‑user workflows and work closely with customer‑facing PMs to translate platform capabilities into meaningful product improvements and outcomes.
• Comfort working across teams: You collaborate confidently with engineering, data science, and other product teams.
• Structured thinking: You enjoy making sense of complex data and building clear frameworks instead of isolated features.
• Excellent communication skills: You can effectively translate data structure concepts into tangible product value for both internal and external stakeholders.
• Strong technical understanding of structured data, APIs, and data modeling (you can converse comfortably with engineers and data scientists).
• Experience working with entity models or structured data relationships (e.g., knowledge graphs, taxonomies, or similar systems) and how they help with search, discovery, or interpretation of information.

Nice to Have

• Experience with graph databases
• Experience in NLP, entity recognition, or data linking
• Familiarity with data quality, enrichment, or ETL workflows
• Background in semantic modeling or data unification
• Exposure to media intelligence, social listening, or marketing analytics environments

What We Offer:

• Flexible paid time off options for enhanced work‑life balance
• Commitment to employee well‑being through Discovery Health coverage
• Complimentary CalmApp subscription for you and your loved ones
• Energetic work environment with a hybrid work style
• Family leave program that grows with your tenure
• Inclusive community and professional development opportunities to elevate your career

Where You’ll Work:

V & A Waterfront, 3 Dock Rd., 8001 Cape Town

Our Story

At Meltwater, we believe that when you have the right people in the right environment, great things happen. Our best‑in‑class technology empowers our 27,000 customers around the world to make better business decisions through data. But we can’t do that without our global team of developers, innovators, problem‑solvers, and high‑performers who embrace challenges and find new solutions for our customers. Our award‑winning global culture drives everything we do and creates an environment where our employees can make an impact, learn every day, feel a sense of belonging, and celebrate each other’s successes along the way. We are innovators at the core who see the potential in people, ideas and technologies. Together, we challenge ourselves to go big, be bold, and build best‑in‑class solutions for our customers. We’re proud of our diverse team of 2,200+ employees in 50 locations across 25 countries around the world. No matter where you are, you’ll work with people who care about your success and get the support you need to unlock new heights in your career. We are Meltwater. Inspired by innovation, powered by people.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Meltwater is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Prohibits Discrimination and Harassment of Any Kind: At Meltwater, we are dedicated to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace where every employee feels valued, respected, and empowered. We are committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity and strive to provide a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at Meltwater are made based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, marital status, veteran status, or any other status protected by the applicable laws and regulations. Meltwater does not tolerate discrimination or harassment of any kind, and we actively promote a culture of respect, fairness, and inclusivity. We encourage applicants of all backgrounds, experiences, and abilities to apply and join us in our mission to drive innovation and make a positive impact in the world.