Product Development Manager | مدير تطوير المنتجات

ROLE OBJECTIVE
The Product Development Manager is responsible for developing and managing Otech's strategic product and service portfolio, with particular focus on productizing and commercializing innovation-hub and startup capabilities into scalable, market-ready offerings. The role owns the product lifecycle from concept and business case through launch and post-launch review.
The incumbent works closely with the Solution Architect, BD Managers, and external innovation and startup partners to translate emerging technologies and market opportunities into well-defined, commercially viable product and service offerings.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Product Strategy & Roadmap
• Develop and maintain the strategic product and service roadmap for the Strategic Business department, aligned with market opportunity and innovation priorities.
• Build business cases for new product and service offerings, including those originating from startup and innovation-hub partnerships.
• Prioritize product development initiatives based on market potential, strategic fit, and commercial viability.
Innovation & Startup Commercialization
• Evaluate startup technologies and innovation-hub capabilities for potential productization and commercial launch.
• Lead structuring of go-to-market plans for products and services developed in partnership with the innovation hub and startup ecosystem.
• Coordinate with the Corporate and Authorities ecosystem and partners to align product development with broader innovation initiatives.
Product Lifecycle Management
• Manage products and services through concept, development, launch, and post-launch review stages.
• Define pricing, positioning, and commercial models for new offerings in coordination with BD and finance teams.
• Monitor product performance and market feedback, recommending enhancements or retirement as needed.
Cross-functional Collaboration
• Work with the Solution Architect on technical feasibility of new product concepts.
• Partner with BD Managers to align product offerings with client and pursuit needs.
• Brief the Project Manager and delivery teams on new product and service requirements ahead of rollout.
ROLE SPECIFICATIONS
Qualification
• Bachelor’s degree in Business, IT, Engineering, or equivalent; MBA or relevant postgraduate qualification preferred.
Certification
• Product management certification (e.g. Pragmatic Institute, AIPMM) preferred.
Experience
• 6–10 years of experience in product management, product development, or innovation management, ideally within ICT, telecom, or technology sectors.
• Experience commercializing startup or emerging technologies is an advantage.
Skills
• Strong product strategy and business case development skills.
• Ability to evaluate and commercialize emerging and startup technologies.
• Good understanding of ICT, cybersecurity, and digital transformation markets.
• Strong stakeholder management and cross-functional collaboration skills.
• Sound commercial and pricing acumen.