We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Product Manager & Technical Lead to lead the development, integration, and launch of state-of-the-art tax planning software. This individual will combine strategic product management expertise with technical leadership to ensure the software’s functionality, usability, and market success. A critical aspect of the role is collaborating with an AI team to integrate cutting-edge AI-driven features, making the software smarter, more efficient, and highly competitive.
You will have a technical team, marketing team, and sales team at your disposal to support the execution of this project.
Responsibility
1. Product Strategy and Vision
- Define the product vision and roadmap, with a focus on tax planning functionality, scalability, and AI-driven innovation.
- Stay updated on industry trends, tax regulations, and competitor offerings to maintain a competitive edge.
- Align product goals with business objectives and market needs.
2. Technical Leadership
- Oversee and guide the backend and frontend development teams, ensuring timely delivery of features and overall system architecture.
- Define and implement technical best practices, including code quality, system performance, and scalability.
- Collaborate with the AI team to design and implement advanced features, including automated tax calculations, predictive analytics, and scenario modeling.
- Troubleshoot technical challenges, mentor developers, and ensure adherence to development timelines.
3. AI Integration
- Partner with the AI team to incorporate machine learning and natural language processing (NLP) capabilities.
- Identify opportunities where AI can enhance user experience, such as chatbots for real-time tax advice or anomaly detection for tax optimization.
- Ensure AI features are user-friendly, reliable, and compliant with industry standards.
4. Tax Planning Expertise
- Work with subject matter experts to translate complex tax planning needs into detailed product requirements for technical teams.
- Validate the accuracy and relevance of the software’s tax planning tools.
5. User Experience and Feedback
- Collaborate with UX/UI designers to create an intuitive interface that leverages AI-powered features.
- Conduct user testing and gather feedback to refine AI tools and other software features post-launch.
6. Go-to-Market Planning
- Develop a comprehensive product launch strategy, including training materials for users and promotional campaigns.
- Work with the marketing team to highlight AI capabilities as a competitive advantage.
- Monitor product performance post-launch and define future updates and enhancements.
7. Leadership and Coordination
- Act as a bridge between the AI team, technical teams, tax experts, and stakeholders.
- Foster cross-functional team collaboration to meet deadlines and deliver a high-quality product.
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8. Technical Architecture Oversight
- Define and manage the software architecture and ensure seamless integration of all components (AI, backend, frontend).
- Make decisions on technical tools, platforms, and frameworks to ensure project success.
- Anticipate and mitigate risks in system design and development processes.
Qualification
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, AI, Taxation, or a related field (Master’s degree or CPA certification is a plus).
- 5+ years of experience managing software products and leading technical teams, preferably in financial or tax technology.
- Strong expertise in software architecture design and development lifecycle management.
- Deep understanding of AI technologies, including machine learning, NLP, and predictive analytics.
- Proficiency in product management and technical tools (e.g., JIRA, Monday.com, Git, cloud platforms).
- Strong programming and software development skills, including familiarity with AI/ML frameworks (e.g., TensorFlow, PyTorch).
- Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and organizational skills.
- Exceptional communication skills to convey technical and AI concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
Key Attributes
- Visionary thinker with a passion for integrating innovative, AI-driven solutions.
- Strong leadership skills to inspire and manage cross-functional teams.
- A hands-on approach to both technical challenges and strategic decision-making.
- Ability to balance short-term deliverables with long-term product goals