Hughes Systique Corporation - Product Manager

Hughes Systique is looking for Product Manager for Gurugram location!

HUGHES SYSTIQUE CORPORATION (HSC) is an award-winning software solutions and services company that has been instrumental in steering the digital transformation journey of its clients from the forefront. Headquartered in Rockville, Maryland USA with development centres in Gurgaon, Bengaluru and Noida, India, we work for a wide variety of clients ranging from Fortune 100 Tier 1 equipment vendors & ISVs to small and innovative start-ups with operations in US, Europe, UK, South East Asia, Japan, India etc.

HSC is a CMMi Level 5, ISO 9001:2015, ISO 27001:2013 and PCMMi Level 5 certified company and with its innovative solutions and solution accelerators in the areas of Networking, Media Streaming, Retail, Automotive, Analytics, Blockchain and Security, HSC has helped its clients significantly reduce Time-to-Market, optimize business processes, and successfully adapt to the changing business landscape. We have the best-in-class domain experts, system architects, and engineering teams.

Being a part of the HUGHES group and yet being a medium sized solution and service provider, gives the best of both worlds to our customers and employees in terms of latest technology, quality, flexibility and stability.

At HSC, we have a culture of learning, working hard and having fun at the same time. You will have opportunities to learn and share with some of the best people in the industry. We invite you to join our team and take on exciting challenges that we have in store for you.

Role: Head of Product Management

Designation: Senior Manager - Product Management

Location: Gurgaon

Job Summary:

The Product Manager will be responsible for overseeing the development and lifecycle of HSC products/solutions, from initial concept through to launch and beyond. This role requires a deep understanding of customer needs, market trends, and the competitive landscape. The Product Manager will collaborate with cross-functional teams including engineering, marketing, sales, and customer support to deliver products that meet both market demands and company goals. HSC's products and solutions are in 3 categories - existing products, prototypes/IPRs made by engineering for skill building and new products(greenfield).

Key Responsibilities:

Product Strategy and Roadmap:

- Develop and communicate a clear product vision and strategy.

- Define and prioritize the product roadmap in alignment with business goals and customer needs.

- Conduct market research to identify opportunities and inform product direction.

Product Development:

- Work closely with engineering and design teams to deliver high-quality products on time.

- Create detailed product specifications, user stories, and acceptance criteria.

- Oversee the product development lifecycle, ensuring timely delivery and adherence to specifications.

Market Analysis and Competitive Intelligence:

- Analyse market trends, customer feedback, and competitive products.

- Identify and articulate unique value propositions for the product.

- Stay informed on industry best practices and emerging technologies.

Stakeholder Management:

- Collaborate with marketing, sales, and customer support teams to ensure successful product launches and ongoing support.

- Communicate product plans, progress, and results to stakeholders and senior management.

- Gather and prioritize requirements from internal and external stakeholders.

Performance Metrics and Optimization:

- Define key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure product success.

- Monitor and analyse product performance, using data to drive improvements.

- Continuously gather and incorporate user feedback to refine and enhance the product.

Customer Focus:

- Develop a deep understanding of customer needs and pain points.

- Engage with customers and users to gather insights and validate product concepts.

- Ensure the product delivers exceptional user experiences and customer satisfaction.

Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in engineering, Computer Science, or related field with an MBA or advanced degree.

Skills:

- Strong strategic thinking and problem-solving skills.

- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

- Proficiency in product management lifecycle

- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, cross-functional team environment.

- Strong analytical skills with the ability to use data to drive decision-making.

Attributes:

- Customer-centric mindset with a passion for creating exceptional products.

- Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills.

- Proactive and self-motivated, with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.

- Ability to manage a team of product managers.

Experience:

- 8 - 12 years of experience with significant part in product management, with a track record of successfully launching and managing products.

- Worked in technology companies, either service or product companies

- Should have exposure to international markets i.e should have positioned products/solutions in international markets.

- Should have experience working in one or more of the following markets: HiTech, Telecom, E-commerce, Automation (home, building, enterprise), Retail, Travel and Hospitality.