Overview
Director of Product – Banking Software Vendor Jobs in Dubai, UAE at Omanyp
This Kuwait-based company specializes in providing innovative technology solutions for the financial services sector, including core banking, payment systems, and digital banking platforms. They focus on helping financial institutions optimize operations, ensure compliance, and enhance customer experiences. With a strong presence in the MENA region, they leverage emerging technologies like AI and big data to drive digital transformation.
Responsibilities:
Product Strategy & Roadmap Development: Define and champion the overall product vision and strategy for the banking solutions, including core banking, AI-powered products, and IT offerings. Develop and maintain comprehensive product roadmaps, prioritizing features, enhancements, and new product introductions, with a focus on maximizing value and market competitiveness.
Product Lifecycle Management: Oversee the entire product lifecycle from ideation and concept development through launch, adoption, and ongoing management. Conduct market research, competitive analysis, and customer feedback analysis to identify opportunities and inform product decisions.
New Product Innovation: Drive the development of innovative banking products and solutions, including those leveraging AI and other cutting-edge technologies. Identify market needs, evaluate feasibility, and collaborate with engineering, design, and marketing teams to bring new products to market successfully.
Core Banking Expertise: Leverage a deep understanding of core banking systems, processes, and regulations to guide product strategy and ensure alignment with industry best practices.
Technical Proficiency: Effectively collaborate with engineering teams, understand technical challenges, and make informed product decisions.
Client Engagement: Identify and evaluate potential business partnerships, integrations, and go-to-market strategies to expand market reach and drive product adoption. Collaborate with sales and marketing teams on client presentations and to develop effective product positioning. Support clients with their business needs, challenges, and pain points. Gather feedback on existing products and solicit input for future product development.
Stakeholder Management: Effectively communicate product vision, strategy, and roadmaps to internal and external stakeholders, including senior management, engineering, sales, marketing, and customers.
Performance Monitoring & Analysis: Track key product metrics, analyze performance data, and identify areas for improvement. Use data-driven insights to inform product decisions and optimize product performance.
Team Leadership: Build and mentor a high-performing product management team, fostering a culture of innovation, collaboration, and customer focus.
Minimum Requirements:
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Business Administration, or a related field; MBA or Master’s degree preferred.
Extensive experience in product management, catered towards the banking industry.
Deep understanding of core banking systems, processes, and regulations in the GCC region.
Good technical background in banking application development.
Proven track record of successfully launching and managing banking products, including AI-driven solutions and IT offerings.
Ability to interact with clients, build & maintain strong relationships, and represent the brand.
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Title: Director of Product – Banking Software Vendor
Company: Omanyp
Location: Dubai, UAE
Category: Business (Business Development, Product Specialist, Business Analyst)
