Job Description
The Exchange Product R&D Manager is responsible for driving the development and optimization of core developer service capabilities. This includes designing and implementing tools that enhance process quality, API functionality, middleware integration, and development toolsets. The role requires a deep understanding of industry dynamics, with responsibilities spanning market research, trend analysis, and strategic alignment of product development directions. Key tasks involve planning product iterations, conducting requirement analysis, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver innovative solutions. The manager must also coordinate project resources, manage timelines, and ensure the rapid deployment of product solutions. Additionally, they are tasked with promoting internal adoption of new products and managing external commercialization efforts. A critical focus is establishing a sustainable product iteration framework that incorporates customer feedback for continuous improvement.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the development of process quality tools, API frameworks, middleware systems, and comprehensive development toolsets to support engineering teams
- Conduct in-depth industry analysis and competitive research to identify market opportunities and technological trends
- Develop and execute product roadmap strategies based on business needs and customer requirements
- Coordinate cross-departmental resources for product development projects, ensuring timely delivery and quality control
- Implement product solutions internally through effective communication and training programs
- Drive product commercialization by collaborating with sales, marketing, and business development teams
- Establish a customer-centric product iteration mechanism through systematic feedback collection and analysis
- Monitor product performance metrics and adjust development strategies accordingly
- Collaborate with QA teams to ensure toolset reliability and system stability
- Develop documentation and technical specifications for all developed tools and services
Job Requirements
- Master's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field with 8+ years of product development experience
- Proven expertise in API design, middleware architecture, and software tool development
- Strong analytical skills with ability to interpret market data and translate insights into product strategies
- Excellent project management capabilities with experience in agile development methodologies
- Fluent in multiple programming languages (e.g., Python, Java, C++) for technical implementation
- Ability to lead cross-functional teams and manage complex development workflows
- Experience with product lifecycle management from concept to market launch
- Strong communication skills for presenting technical solutions to non-technical stakeholders
- Knowledge of DevOps practices and CI/CD pipelines for efficient development processes
- Proficiency in customer feedback analysis tools and data visualization techniques
- Excellent problem-solving abilities with a track record of innovative product development
- Ability to create and maintain technical documentation for all developed systems
- Experience with cloud computing platforms and distributed system architecture
- Strong understanding of software quality assurance principles and testing methodologies
- Ability to develop scalable solutions that meet enterprise-level requirements
- Excellent time management skills for balancing multiple development projects
- Proficiency in data-driven decision making for product development strategies
- Ability to collaborate with external partners for technology integration
- Strong leadership qualities with experience in managing product development teams
