Lead Product Manager

OPENTEXT - THE INFORMATION COMPANY OpenText is a global leader in information management where innovation creativity and collaboration are the key components of our corporate culture As a member of our team you will have the opportunity to partner with the most highly regarded companies in the world tackle complex issues and contribute to projects that shape the future of digital transformation AI-First Future-Driven Human-Centered At OpenText AI is at the heart of everything we do powering innovation transforming work and empowering digital knowledge workers We re hiring talent that AI can t replace to help us shape the future of information management Join us AI-First Future-Driven Human-Centered At OpenText AI is at the heart of everything we do powering innovation transforming work and empowering digital knowledge workers We re hiring talent that AI can t replace to help us shape the future of information management The opportunity This is more than a product management role it s an opportunity to shape the future of enterprise collaboration You ll be at the forefront of building AI-first Information Management solutions that make a real-world impact supporting sustainable supply chains aiding humanitarian efforts and improving access to critical healthcare information You will help define our growth strategies with organic product extensions AI-led product innovations and by leveraging the scale of our Business Network product portfolio to deliver even higher value-adds for our customers holistically We are looking for a Product Manager who is passionate about building great platforms and products This role is responsible for the overall product strategy features functions and design of the Low Code development platform and building micro services in the cloud S he is responsible for on time product delivery while ensuring that overarching product goals are met including documentation and setup logistics such as release engineering Emphasis is also placed on roll-out activities such as Pre-sales Global Services Learning Services the Support organization and key partners to produce the repeatable services and business content required to successfully deploy each product application S he is responsible for the delivery of technical training where required to Learning Services Global Services and the Support Organization S he will be the main advocate for the products in Marketing activities and analyst relations by providing domain knowledge You are great at Collect and prioritize product requirements from customers competitors partners industry analysts Sales Business Development Global Services Customer Services R D and Program Managers Synthesize and prioritizes across customers wants and needs balancing them with company strategy and capabilities to define the product roadmap Develop and maintain Requirement Specifications and drive the iterative development process of achieving these high-level goals Lead the Product Design function in their efforts to develop customer use cases personas and scenarios as well as user interface design Assist Product Marketing Managers to execute go to market plans including packaging pricing collateral events and lead-generation programs Plan implement and maintain roadmap strategy and scheduling Maintain day to day contact with the software development group to refine and revise Product Specifications and implementation details based on an agile iterative development process encouraging the team to innovate within the boundaries of market segments personas goals and problems to solve Provide input to QA for creation of test plans and certification criteria Assist the Documentation group in developing released documentation and on-line help What it takes Experience with Java J2EE Micro services Cloud technologies Cloud platforms Good understanding of OO design and associated modelling tools proven experience in building platforms and products and bias towards building reusable resilient components which operate in 24 7 mission critical environments Working knowledge and experience in databases building APIs building solutions using products building for cloud etc Position Requirements 12 years overall experience in industry defining and managing core products or business applications either through product management or equivalent activities with minimum 3 to 5 years of experience in Product Management role Strong knowledge in building products and platforms Experience with Mobile Cloud associated technologies Vertical Industry background optional but advantageous Practical knowledge of agile iterative development process optional but advantageous Experience with market development and product design software or services delivery for large customers Good understanding of product specifications documentation Knowledge of software development lifecycle process and methodologies Entrepreneurial and self-motivated business oriented Strong leadership skills Goal driven plans and manages toward achieving goals anticipates problems and issues and proactively drives their resolution Excellent written and verbal communication skills across all levels Strong customer orientation and comfortable in sales situations Skilled in presentations and discussions with business and technical staff Experience in working in an international environment involving multiple development sites on various time zones Bachelor s degree or equivalent level OpenText s efforts to build an inclusive work environment go beyond simply complying with applicable laws Our Employment Equity and Diversity Policy provides direction on maintaining a working environment that is inclusive of everyone regardless of culture national origin race color gender gender identification sexual orientation family status age veteran status disability religion or other basis protected by applicable laws If you need assistance and or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or recruiting process please contact us at Our proactive approach fosters collaboration innovation and personal growth enriching OpenText s vibrant workplace