Position Title: Product Manager / Head of Product Development – Sports Metaverse Platform
Location: Vancouver, BC, Canada (Flexible Remote Options Available)
Employment Type: Full-Time / Part-Time
Position Overview:
PixelPaddle is an innovative platform at the forefront of the Sports Metaverse, seamlessly blending the thrill of sports with immersive digital experiences. We are seeking a highly skilled and visionary Product Manager / Head of Product Development to drive our platform’s development, ensuring it meets and exceeds the expectations of our users. This role is central to defining and executing strategic product initiatives that deliver impactful, user-focused solutions. The ideal candidate will have a strong passion for sports, technology, and blockchain, with a proven ability to transform user needs into compelling, scalable product features. This position offers a unique opportunity to shape an emerging platform in a dynamic industry, fostering an exceptional user experience in the Sports Metaverse.
Core Responsibilities:
Product Strategy and Vision
- Define and communicate a clear product vision that aligns with business objectives and user needs.
- Develop and manage the product strategy and roadmap, prioritizing features and enhancements to drive user engagement, satisfaction, and platform growth.
Market and User Research
- Conduct ongoing market analysis to stay ahead of trends in the sports, gaming, and metaverse industries.
- Analyze user feedback and behavioral insights to identify needs, preferences, and opportunities for improvement, incorporating these findings into product development.
Feature Development and Road-mapping
- Collaborate closely with design and development teams to specify and refine product requirements.
- Manage and prioritize the product roadmap, balancing timelines and feature prioritization to maximize strategic value and user impact.
Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Lead cross-functional collaboration with engineering, marketing, sales, and customer support to ensure seamless and cohesive product execution.
- Coordinate regular cross-functional meetings to align teams on product vision, strategy, and milestone objectives.
Performance Monitoring and Optimization
- Establish and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) to evaluate product success and identify areas for improvement.
- Refine and optimize product features using performance data and user feedback, with a commitment to enhancing user engagement and satisfaction.
Stakeholder Communication
- Serve as the primary point of contact for all product-related inquiries, both internally and externally.
- Effectively communicate roadmap updates, product changes, and strategic decisions to stakeholders across the organization.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Business, Computer Science, or a related field.
- 5+ years of experience in product management, ideally within the sports, gaming, or metaverse sectors.
- In-depth understanding of blockchain technology and its application in gaming and digital transactions.
- Proven track record of successfully developing and launching products that drive user engagement and deliver significant value.
- Exceptional analytical and problem-solving abilities, with a data-informed approach to decision-making.
- Proficiency in agile methodologies and a solid grasp of user-centered design principles.
Benefits:
- Competitive salary with performance-based incentives.
- Flexible working hours and remote work options.
- Potential for equity share based on experience and contributions.
- Opportunities for professional development and career advancement.
- Comprehensive health insurance and additional employee benefits.
How to Apply:
Please email your resume and a cover letter to (info@pixelpaddle.com), explaining why you are the most suitable candidate and how you can spearhead the development for sustainable and scalable growth.
Join PixelPaddle and be part of a pioneering team committed to shaping the future of sports in the metaverse. This role provides a rare opportunity to make a substantial impact within a dynamic and innovative organization at the intersection of sports, technology, and blockchain.
