Product Manager (Platform)

As a Product Manager (Platform) at Squiz, your main responsibilities will include driving the product roadmap, collaborating with product managers across the Squiz DXP ecosystem, gathering and analyzing user feedback and market trends, defining and tracking key performance indicators, leading cross-functional teams, and managing the entire product lifecycle to ensure we deliver high-quality solutions.

Candidates for the Product Manager (Platform) role at Squiz should have a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, IT, or a related field, alongside at least 3 years of product management experience, particularly in the B2B software or SaaS industry. A strong technical background, experience with APIs or developer tools, and a proven track record of delivering complex technical products is essential.

The Product Manager (Platform) at Squiz should possess a robust understanding of software architecture, APIs, and integration patterns. Familiarity with agile methodologies, digital experience platforms, and cloud technologies such as Cloudflare and AWS can give candidates a competitive advantage.

At Squiz, the work environment is collaborative and fun. We value diversity and promote an inclusive culture where team members are encouraged to ask 'why?' and think out of the box. Our team strives to solve challenges creatively while maintaining a light-hearted atmosphere. You’ll be part of a global organization with offices in multiple countries, working with talented individuals passionate about digital innovation.

Squiz is committed to fostering the professional growth of its employees, including Product Managers. We offer access to continuous learning opportunities, mentorship programs, and the ability to work on diverse and exciting projects that push the boundaries of digital experiences, allowing you to grow your expertise and contribute to meaningful outcomes.

When answering this question, highlight specific examples of product lifecycles you have managed, emphasizing how you defined the vision, gathered requirements, coordinated teams for development, and ultimately launched the product. Discuss any challenges faced and how you navigated them effectively.

Explain your approach to prioritization by discussing methodologies like MoSCoW or RICE, and describe how you consider user feedback, market trends, and business objectives. Providing a specific example of prioritization in action will showcase your strategic thinking.

Discuss various strategies you have employed, such as user interviews, surveys, analytics data, and beta testing. Emphasize the importance of user feedback in refining product features and making data-driven decisions.

Share your techniques for effective communication, such as using simple language, analogies, and visual aids whenever possible. Highlight a specific instance when you successfully communicated intricate information to a non-technical audience.

An effective response would include a candid account of a product that didn't meet expectations, detailing the lessons learned and the steps you took to pivot and improve future outcomes. This demonstrates resilience and learning ability.

Emphasize that market research is essential for understanding user needs, identifying opportunities, and informing product direction. Share how you integrate findings from competitor analysis and market trends into your product strategy.

Discuss your experience in facilitating cross-functional collaboration through regular meetings, shared documentation, and collaborative tools. Highlight an example where you successfully brought teams together for a common goal.

Explain your familiarity with agile practices, mentioning specific frameworks like Scrum or Kanban that you've implemented. Share how these methodologies improved efficiency and adaptability within your teams.

Share a specific scenario where you faced multiple demands and how you balanced them. Explain your thought process, prioritization techniques, and how you communicated with stakeholders to manage expectations.

Talk about key performance indicators (KPIs) you utilize, such as user engagement metrics, customer acquisition costs, or retention rates. Share examples of how you tracked and reported on these metrics to assess product success.