Job Description
Senior Product Manager
Bengaluru, IndiaPosition Type: Full Time
Job Responsibilities:
The role of a Product Manager has huge potential to effect positive change and make a difference to the lives of hundreds of millions of citizens through the use of technology to build innovative digital products. Working with some of the most committed thinkers and doers in this space, this is an exciting opportunity to work with open source technologies on ideas and shape them into digital products that will bring about real impact.
We exist to improve the ease of living in our towns and cities and our digital products play a part in solving some of the most endemic problems that our cities face. eGov’s open Digital Platform, DIGIT, and the products built on it have already seen great impact in several states, across service areas such as water connections, trade licenses, obtaining certificates, building plan approvals, payment of municipal taxes, resolution of civic complaints, etc.
Product Managers will work closely with internal and external stakeholders and partners to build digital products that catalyse the collective energy of the ecosystem to bring about impact at scale.
Why Work Here?
eGov hopes to catalyze radical actions on the ground that can change India’s trajectory in the world. We see ourselves as architects of change over a 20-year horizon, and are looking for individuals from varied backgrounds, cultures and domains of expertise to be united by a common purpose.
If you are passionate about using technology to help solve some of the most pressing urban challenges that we face, we welcome you to join our team of passionate thinkers and doers in this journey to improve the quality of life in India.
We offer several things that set us apart:
- The possibility of having a massive societal impact. Our products touch the lives of hundreds of millions of people.
- Solving hard governance and societal challenges
- Work directly with central and state government leaders and other dignitaries
- Mentorship from world-class people and rich ecosystems
Job Description
The role of a Product Manager is to take complete ownership of the product, working with cross-functional teams of designers, developers, marketers, policy advocates, and other external and internal stakeholders.
You will conduct market research, speak with potential users of the product, analyse data, own the product roadmap, build wireframes, write product requirements, work on feature prioritization, build launch plans, look at product adoption and use, iterate, measure progress and drive all stakeholders to ensure product success.
The responsibilities of this position includes but not limited to:
You have worked in a digital product function or with a digital product team and have seen how an idea shapes into a digital product; You are good with user and market research and analysing data; You have experience in a planning role and are comfortable with owning timelines; You have built business models, business plans and have managed a budget; You understand product adoption and the key levers that influence it; You have a very good understanding of digital analytics and are hands-on with it; You have experience in a Product Owner role working with cross-functional stakeholders and briefing designers, developers, delivery team, testing team and external partners; You are energetic, have a bias towards action and are able to combine intellectual curiosity with practical responsibilities of delivering the product on timeFAQs
How many years of working experience is required for this role?We believe you should have been in a product role for at least 5 years before moving on to a Product Manager role. If you have lesser experience, but feel that you are up for the challenge, do apply. We will consider your application for all positions within the product function, including that of the Product Manager. Likewise, do apply even if you have more than 7-8 years of experience as a product manager. We will consider your application for a more senior role where greater experience is required.
Are There Specific Educational Requirements, Like an MBA, Engg. Degree, etc.?No.
While these are good markers, we do not use educational degrees as qualifying criteria.
What is the selection criteria?As mentioned above, a bunch of things. In addition to your capability, we are looking for genuine interest, curiosity and excitement. Through the application form and cases, you will have an opportunity to demonstrate these.
What is the selection process and how long does it take?We have a 4-step selection process. This is what you can expect –
- Apply using the application form link below
- Candidates that are being considered will receive an online case (to be done on a weekend/ ~4 hours)
- Shortlisted candidates will be invited to have 2-3 interviews (~60 minutes each)
- For the final round, you will be invited to make a presentation to the leadership team that showcases your product thinking
We batch-process applications, so the sooner you apply the earlier it will be taken-up for consideration. Overall, we aim to have the final round in 3 weeks.
What is the selection process and how long does it take?We have a 4-step selection process. This is what you can expect –
- Apply using the application form link below
- Candidates that are being considered will receive an online case (to be done on a weekend/ ~4 hours)
- Shortlisted candidates will be invited to have 2-3 interviews (~60 minutes each)
- For the final round, you will be invited to make a presentation to the leadership team that showcases your product thinking
We batch-process applications, so the sooner you apply the earlier it will be taken-up for consideration. Overall, we aim to have the final round in 3 weeks.
Apply (or) Please send your cv to careers@egovernments.org