The role:
As a Product Portfolio Manager (PPM) or Head of Software Development in our AI/ML team you will be responsible for the management of Software Engineering Managers and their subsequent downstream of cross-functional development and machine learning teams. The PPM is accountable for the vision and value realization of the portfolio as well as aligning multiple strategies with portfolio and group objectives whilst leading multiple teams to execute the strategy.
Key Responsibilities include the following:
Talent Management:
- Ensure that the team members are equipped with the requisite skill set required for both current and future projects by facilitating a training and career development plan for each team member.
- Provide and facilitate mentoring and coaching by driving knowledge sharing
- Creates a culture that is aligned to the Platform “Be a good Citizen” mantra, where respect, openness, and integrity are the foundation for a culture that cultivates, creates & executes our vision.
- Succession planning and key man reliance - ensuring the right people are in the right roles and being developed accordingly; ensuring business continuity through minimizing key man reliance.
- Talent Acquisition – ensuring you are committed to hiring the best quality people for optimal achievement of results.
- Ensure business continuity by minimizing key man reliance.
Strategy, Objectives & Execution:
- Create, Agree and Execute product, roadmaps & operational strategy for Products (Markets / Customers / Services) in collaboration with product (market/customer…) teams through proper documentation, communication, and execution.
- Build Effective Customer-Centric Relationships through Market/Service/Customer maps, 1 measurement of performance, usage & benchmarking. 2 engagement and involvement with customers by creating clear visibility through strategies and roadmaps. 3. effective utilization of products and services relative to benchmarks.
- Sets and achieves efficiency and delivery objectives of their team by ensuring individual, team strategy & objectives are clear, measurable & aligned to Platform.
- Hold team accountable through roadmaps, individual performance contracts through consistent communication of delivery milestones.
- Accountable for articulating, monitoring, reporting & achieving benefit realization.
- Responsible for effective use and communication of team\department budget.
- Longer-term strategic thinking incorporating demand forecasting for product set.
- Data-driven decisions.
Knowledge Management:
- Identifies and responds to situational/organizational/market requirements by creating a culture of innovation and opportunity identification by the team.
- Facilitates change management due to changing situational requirements e.g. restructure changes etc.
- Supports and aligns formalized Societies and standards across Derivco/Platform by allocating agreed commitments to strategy/roadmaps/commitments and implementation.
- Maintains product(s) knowledge as well as general product group knowledge by being able to represent your product strategy in detail.
- Ensures that established procedures and processes are accurately documented, communicated, implemented, and agreed with product teams.
- Acts as an escalation point for issues and ensures effective communication and resolution activities are in place.
Key Skill and Experience Requirements:
- 5+ years’ experience in Senior leadership role managing other managers/leads within complex, high-performance software environments
- Experience with Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning an advantage
- Proven track record of technical and behavioral results in a Leadership Role
- Analysis, ROI, Budgeting, forecasting experience
- Proven strategic ideation and implementation across a business
- A track record and a passion for introducing new technology and innovation within an organisation
- Proven results in engaging customers and internal stakeholders at the executive level
- 3+ years’ experience in the tech industry will be an advantageous
Why Derivco?
Be part of something BIG: Work alongside industry giants and help us shape the future of iGaming on a global scale! With a presence in the USA, South Africa, United Kingdom, Spain, Malta, Sweden, and Australia. We are making waves around the world – and we're not done yet! 🧠 We're proud to employ over 2,000 of the sharpest minds – but we're always on the lookout for more genius talent.
Innovation Unleashed: Join our passionate, innovative, and intellectual teams as we create the technology that sets the industry standard.
Elevate Your Career: At Derivco, every day is your chance to level up, both professionally and personally.
Don't miss your opportunity to be part of Derivco – the formidable, next generation tech company.
Derivco is where innovation meets impact, where dreams become realities, and where YOU become the best version of yourself.
Join us and be a part of something extraordinary.
Apply now and let's shape the future of iGaming together!
Here's what we offer:
- Dynamic Work Environment: Thrive in a stimulating and innovative atmosphere, where creativity and teamwork are highly valued.
- Personal & Professional Growth: Seize opportunities to develop your skills and advance your career, making a lasting impact on our company and clients.
- Competitive Compensation & Benefits: Enjoy a comprehensive package that includes provident fund contribution, medical aid subsidy, group life, capital disability, income protector, funeral fund, and a discretionary bi-annual bonus of up to 70% of your monthly salary.
- Perks & On-site Amenities: Indulge in a variety of perks like lunch allowance, on-site gym or gym allowance, car parking, employee assistance program, and school subsidies for your children. Plus, have fun with our socials, events, and training and development opportunities!
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