Platform product manager

About the RoleThis is a cross-functional leading position to develop, evolve, maintain and command operational platforms within traffic ecosystems, among others urban, interurban, open roads, tunnels, with or without connected vehicle broadcasting technology. In addition, such ecosystems might require incorporating AI algorithms for a more advanced traffic control and operation.Responsible for the efficiency and user experience of the platform governance and strategy operations. Our goal is building modern, mature enough and intuitive modular platforms, focused on achieving high standards in non-functional requirements. We are committed to support our customers in the long-run, offering sounded updates and functionality upgrades, without “big-bang” reinstallations.The platform team works on building global control platforms with operation tools. The team provides efficient solutions for multi-market and a variety of function combinations governance.There are different platforms in operation requiring common standardization and convergence around key aspects, e.g. components integration, E2E testing, modularity, installation, configuration, non-functional requirements, cloud, infrastructure provisioning, among others.ResponsibilitiesResponsible for the overall planning and building of platforms: core functionality, governance, system monitoring, building standards, NFRs, common UI, middle & backend, etc.Capable of identifying common components among platforms, redefining them to reduce duplicities and standardize integrationOversee the strategic development and execution of underlying technologies and systems that allow solutions to be built on top of itEnsure platforms are:RobustScalableCapable of supporting different solutions that the company offersEasily integrate with other systemsSafe and resilience to protect end-users who depend on the platform to conduct businessProvide seamless experience for both internal developers and external customersManage a broad set of technologies and services; seeks harmonisation of tech stacksExcel in navigating the intersection of technology, business, and user experienceBalance between many different sets of prioritiesObsession about keeping roadmap and priorities up to date based on the long-term visionManage complex technical requirements like APIs and other platform componentsStrong adherence to QA principles and seeker of automation, penetration, and performance testsPrepare, maintain, and monitor respective budgetQualificationsBachelor degree or above10+ years of working experience as platform product manager. Great if the experience was achieved as system integrator within different customers requiring a wide variation of setupsExperience in middle and backend definition, open platforms, data workflow management in platforms, risk control, platform operation, cloud and other related work experienceStrong experience in defining and implementing non-functional requirementsExperience also in developing KPIs to monitor platform healthStrong sensitivity towards UX and fluid/intuitive operation for users at the platform consoleAbility to work with structured product thinking while providing business acumenCapable to articulate data driven product requirements, including discovery & improvement, with a focus on high-performanceThe candidate can discover problems and opportunities and drive business growthAble to articulate platform’s value proposition clearly and convincingly, driving buy-in from stakeholders across the organizationStrategic thinker, comfortable at exploring market trends and identify next moves to keep platforms up-to-dateSoft skillsSelf-drivenStrong leadership skills. Foster collaboration and orchestrate efforts across diverse teams: engineering, product, marketing, sales, releasing, customer service, etc. Capable of influencing without authority, persuading stakeholders. Work well with a variety of groups and deliver outcomes that serve the businessBe comfortable having to say ‘no’ to stakeholders to preserve the overall visionNegotiation skills: balance competing demands and navigate conflictsEffective problem solvingExcellent communicationGreat at planningFlexible and open: ability to adapt to changes is criticalOur offerPermanent roleFlexible working hoursHybrid working model (3 days of remote work/week)30 business days of annual leaveFlexible remuneration planAn interesting full-time position within a global renowned family owned company.Challenging limits of mobility for a healthy world without congestionSpace for creating innovative solutions and ideas for our fast growing markets