Director of Product Management

As the Product Director at Rakuten Symphony, you will have the opportunity to lead a team of dedicated engineers in the creation of cutting-edge software solutions that cater to the unique requirements of our clients. Leveraging your expertise in Apache Spark, NoSQL databases, relational databases, Spring Framework, and cloud technologies, you will play a pivotal role in driving innovation and tackling intricate technical obstacles. This position necessitates exceptional leadership capabilities, a strategic outlook, and an unwavering commitment to delivering top-notch results. To excel in this role, you will be responsible for overseeing the entire product lifecycle by collaborating closely with sales, marketing, engineering teams, and senior management. Interacting with customers to grasp product use cases, customer journeys, business relevance, and the impact of each use case will be a key aspect of your responsibilities. In addition, you will need to possess a deep understanding of Rakuten Symphony's technology platforms and features, enabling you to collaborate effectively with solution architects and engineering leads to craft comprehensive product requirement documents and deliverables. Your role will also entail making informed and decisive product decisions that drive business growth and establish a competitive edge against industry rivals. By synthesizing customer feedback and internal innovation initiatives, you will be instrumental in formulating product roadmaps that align with market demands. Furthermore, you will be expected to lead product team processes through Agile/Scrum methodologies, manage stakeholder expectations, and monitor roadmap progress regularly. As a seasoned professional in the field of product management, you should hold a Bachelor's degree in engineering, computer science, or a related field, coupled with a minimum of 15 years of experience in product management roles, with at least 6-7 years dedicated to enterprise product management. Thriving in a dynamic, high-energy work environment and possessing a keen intuition for exceptional customer experiences are prerequisites for this position. Strong communication skills, both oral and written, are essential for effectively conveying product strategies and plans to diverse stakeholders and teams. In alignment with the Rakuten Shugi Principles of Success, you are expected to embody the core behaviors that define Rakuten's global identity: - Embrace continuous improvement and unceasing progress (Kaizen). - Exhibit a fervent dedication to professionalism and excellence in your endeavors. - Embrace the Rakuten Cycle of hypothesizing, practicing, and validating to navigate uncharted territories successfully. - Prioritize customer satisfaction by delivering innovative and user-friendly products. - Uphold a sense of urgency and efficiency in all endeavors, emphasizing the importance of time management and goal-setting.,