About the business and the role:

Instrive is a Chennai-based start-up that provides high quality Dev-ops solutions for clients worldwide. In this increasingly digital world, we strive to solve problems and create value. Instrive was founded with one goal in mind, creating high-quality products and delivering great user experiences worldwide. Hydrameet is India's best-in-class homegrown video conferencing platform recognized by the Indian government (https://hydrameet.com). Several products are being developed for both in-house purposes and our overseas clients, and we are actively expanding our team of talented professionals. We are constantly pushing the boundaries of what is possible, and our employees have the opportunity to be at the forefront of this innovation. Our flat organisational structure encourages open communication and idea-sharing and provides ample opportunities for employees to take ownership of their work and make a real impact.

Responsibilities:

• • Analyse technical requirements and work closely with stakeholders to translate them into actionable product features.
• • Collaborate with engineering teams to define product architecture and ensure scalable and efficient design solutions.
• • Lead and drive projects aimed at resolving mutual problems, ensuring alignment with company goals and timelines.
• • Conduct comprehensive market research and competitor analysis to identify trends, inform product decisions, and maintain competitive advantage.
• • Define and communicate the product vision, strategy, and roadmap that aligns with company objectives, ensuring all stakeholders are informed and on the same page.
• • Oversee the entire product lifecycle, from ideation through launch, driving product enhancements, prioritising features, and ensuring timely delivery.
• • Conduct project status meetings and provide regular status updates to senior management.
• • Leverage engineering/technical background to understand technical challenges and provide valuable insights to the teams.
• • Maintain a proactive, solution-oriented mindset.

Skills and experience:

• • Minimum of 7 years proven experience as an Engineer or Technical Product Manager, with a successful track record in problem-solving and collaboration.
• • Strong understanding of software development processes and methodologies.
• • Proven ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams, including engineering, design, and product.
• • Excellent communication skills, with the ability to articulate technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• • Experience in conducting market research and competitor analysis.
• • Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities.