Technical Product Manager

Company: ProConnxt

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Business Type: Startup

Company Type: Product

Business Model: B2B

Funding Stage: Bootstrapped

Industry: Human resource consulting firm

Salary Range: ₹ 15-25 Lacs PA

Job Description

Technical Product Manager – Software Development Lifecycle Lead

📍 Location: Trichy, Tamil Nadu (On-site)

👨‍💼 Reporting To: Head of Engineering

About The Job

We are looking for a Technical Product Manager to lead the end-to-end Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC) — from ideation to delivery. This role requires a strong technical foundation combined with product thinking and hands-on leadership.

You will collaborate closely with Engineering, QA, DevOps, Design, Support, and business stakeholders to ensure high-quality, scalable, and timely product delivery.

Key Responsibilities

• Product & Project Lifecycle Management
• Own and manage the complete SDLC: planning, requirements, estimation, development, testing, and release.
• Define product scope, feasibility, and delivery timelines with stakeholders.
• Drive technical validation and support architectural decisions.
• Manage budgeting, resource allocation, and delivery timelines.
• Lead sprint planning, backlog grooming, and execution tracking.
• Technical Leadership & Engineering Oversight
• Guide development teams across:
• Node.js
• Express.js
• React.js
• MongoDB
• Redis
• OpenSearch / ClickHouse / Cassandra
• Ensure best practices in:
• RESTful APIs
• WebSockets
• Microservices architecture
• Support code reviews, debugging, and performance optimization.
• Align system architecture with scalability and business goals.
• Contribute to AI/ML integration strategies in modern applications.
• Process Governance & Delivery Excellence
• Track sprint velocity, task progress, and release cycles.
• Ensure strong QA practices, including bug tracking, test coverage, and UAT readiness.
• Oversee on-time and high-quality product releases.
• Maintain clear documentation and release notes.
• Stakeholder Management & Communication
• Act as the bridge between engineering and leadership.
• Provide weekly status reports, KPIs, and risk updates.
• Coordinate effectively with cross-functional teams, including QA, DevOps, Design, and Support.

Required Qualifications

Must-Have Skills

• 6–10 years of experience in software development.
• 3+ years of experience in product/project leadership.
• Strong hands-on experience with:
• Node.js
• Express.js
• React.js
• MongoDB
• Experience with at least one of:
• OpenSearch
• ClickHouse
• Cassandra
• Strong knowledge of:
• REST APIs
• WebSockets
• Microservices
• Understanding of AI/ML integration concepts.
• Proven track record of delivering 2+ end-to-end products.
• Strong Agile/Scrum experience.

Preferred Skills

• Experience in SaaS, monitoring tools, or infrastructure platforms.
• Exposure to:
• AWS / GCP / Azure
• CI/CD
• Docker
• Kubernetes
• Knowledge of observability tools, logging, AI/MLOps.
• Familiarity with QA automation and performance testing.

Key Competencies

• Strong ownership and execution mindset.
• Ability to balance technical depth with product vision.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, product-driven environment.