Technical Product Manager (5-8 yrs)

Job Role : Technical Product Manager

Experience Required : 5-8 Years

Job Location : Bangalore

Job Description :

As a Technical Product Manager, you will own the technical aspects of our travel products, working closely with engineering teams to deliver scalable, high-performance solutions.

You'll translate complex business requirements into technical specifications, ensuring the smooth execution of product roadmaps.

This role involves a blend of product management, technical expertise, and leadership to drive the success of our travel platforms.

Key Responsibilities :

- Own the end-to-end product lifecycle for technical features and platforms related to travel booking, payments, and integrations.

- Work with cross-functional teams, including engineering, product design, and operations, to deliver features that meet business and technical goals.

- Translate business requirements into technical specifications and user stories for development teams.

- Collaborate with backend engineering teams to define APIs, architecture, and workflows for new travel-related features and enhancements.

- Prioritize and manage the product backlog, ensuring alignment with the product roadmap and business objectives.

- Lead the integration of third-party travel services, including airlines, hotels, and payment systems, ensuring seamless technical implementation.

- Drive product innovation by researching emerging technologies and staying updated on trends within the travel industry.

- Work with DevOps teams to ensure the scalability, performance, and security of travel platforms.

- Act as a liaison between non-technical stakeholders and engineering teams, ensuring that technical decisions are understood and aligned with business goals.

- Conduct technical feasibility studies and risk assessments for new projects or features.

- Develop key product performance metrics and monitor post-launch to ensure continuous improvement.

Requirements :

Must-Have :

- Experience : 5-8 years of experience in product management, with at least 3 years in a Technical Product Manager role, preferably in the travel industry.

- Technical Background : Strong hands-on experience with backend technologies like NodeJS, MySQL, MongoDB, APIs, and cloud infrastructure.

- Domain Expertise : Deep understanding of travel technology platforms, such as GDS integrations, booking systems, payment gateways, and third-party travel APIs.

- Leadership : Proven ability to manage cross-functional teams, drive technical initiatives, and deliver high-impact projects.

- Problem Solving : Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills with a focus on delivering scalable technical solutions.

- Collaboration : Excellent communication skills, with the ability to convey technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.

- Agile Methodology : Hands-on experience with agile development practices and working in a Scrum or Kanban environment.

Preferred :

- API Management : Experience designing, developing, or managing APIs, particularly in the travel space.

- Cloud Platforms : Experience with cloud providers like AWS, GCP, or Azure, including serverless architecture and microservices.

- DevOps & CI/CD : Familiarity with DevOps practices, containerization (Docker, Kubernetes), and CI/CD pipelines.

- Travel Domain Expertise : Previous experience with travel distribution systems like Amadeus, Sabre, or Travelport is a plus