Product Manager I

Job Description About Zeta Zeta is a Next-Gen Banking Tech company that empowers banks and fintechs to launch banking products for the future. It was founded by Bhavin Turakhia and Ramki Gaddipati in 2015. Our flagship processing platform - Zeta Tachyon - is the industry's first modern, cloud-native, and fully API-enabled stack that brings together issuance, processing, lending, core banking, fraud & risk, and many more capabilities as a single-vendor stack. 20M+ cards have been issued on our platform globally. Zeta is actively working with the largest Banks and Fintechs in multiple global markets transforming customer experience for multi-million card portfolios. Zeta has over 1700+ employees - with over 70% roles in R&D - across locations in the US, EMEA, and Asia. We raised $280 million at a $1.5 billion valuation from Softbank, Mastercard, and other investors in 2021. Learn more @ www.zeta.tech , careers.zeta.tech , Linkedin , Twitter About The Role As a Product Manager for New Product Initiatives at Zeta, you will be at the forefront of innovating banking and credit solutions in India. You will be instrumental in generating fresh ideas, developing MVPs and PoCs, and crafting version 1.0 products and experiences. This role requires a blend of creative thinking, strategic planning, and hands-on product development. You'll work closely with cross-functional teams to bring new products to life and pitch them to clients. If you're passionate about shaping the future of financial technology and have a knack for turning ideas into reality, this position is for you. Responsibilities - Idea Generation: Research and identify innovative product ideas in the banking and credit sector in India by analyzing market trends, customer needs, and competitive offerings. - Product Development: Create detailed MVP (Minimum Viable Product) product notes that outline features, functionalities, and user flows. - Mock-up Creation: Collaborate with design teams to develop product mocks and prototypes. - PoC and MVP Development: Assist as a Product Manager in developing Proof of Concepts (PoC) and Minimum Viable Products (MVP), ensuring they meet business requirements and Zeta standards. - Client Engagement: Prepare and deliver compelling product pitches to clients, incorporating their feedback to refine product concepts. - Market Analysis: Stay updated on industry developments and competitor strategies to inform product positioning and strategy. - Cross-functional Collaboration: Work closely with engineering, design, sales, and marketing teams to ensure cohesive product development and launch. - Strategy Planning: Assist in defining product roadmaps and strategies that align with company goals and customer requirements. - Performance Monitoring: Track and analyze product performance metrics to inform iterative improvements and future developments. - Documentation: Maintain comprehensive documentation of product features, specifications, and development processes. - Stakeholder Communication: Communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders to gather requirements and provide updates on product progress. Skills - Product Management Skills: Experience with product development processes, including creating MVPs and PoCs. - Analytical Skills: Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities to identify market opportunities and customer needs. - Communication Skills: Exceptional verbal and written communication skills for effective client pitches and stakeholder interactions. - Technical Proficiency: Familiarity with prototyping tools and basic understanding of software development processes. - Collaboration: Proven ability to work cross-functionally with design, engineering, sales, and marketing teams. - Market Research: Experience in conducting market analysis and user research. - Project Management: Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines. - Adaptability: Flexible and able to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment. Experience And Qualifications - Domain Knowledge: Understanding of the banking and credit sector in India is preferable. - 3 to 6 yrs of total experience in a product role - BE/BTech from any reputed engineering institutions, computer science engineering would be preferred. - Any management degree from a Tier 1/2 institute would be a plus. Equal Opportunity Zeta is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds, cultures, and communities to apply and believe that a diverse workforce is key to our success