About the role
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 aTechnical 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