Responsibilities
We are looking for a top-notch VP of Product in the field of video analytics for security, safety and surveillance with experience and expertise in defining, creating and managing product specifications in various related domains. The perfect candidate would be responsible for converting the company’s strategy to the most innovative video analytics products that leverage the company’s unique video understanding technology. You will supervise the product definition and the product development and will have full responsibility for delivering high standard products. As a leading team member, you will join the company’s management team and will be responsible for all aspects of product management and product development activities. You will be in charge of product management (specifications toward engineering) and product development (the engineering team). The perfect candidate would be a hands-on senior product manager, director or vice-president from a company that operates in the domain of security and surveillance using unique technology. The perfect candidate has taken products from vision to market delivery, with tens of millions of dollars in revenues.
Required Skills
Bachelor degree or higher in Information Technology, Computer science, Finance, Business Management or related field – a must .
At least 10 years’ experience as a Senior Director or VP of Product Management for a technology company – a must.
Expert knowledge in video analytics from at least one of the following domains: safe & smart city, critical infrastructures, secure and safe (smart) business, brick and mortar retail– a must.
Experience in converting company vision into detailed oriented product specification and product marketing activities – a must.
Experience in agile development methodology – big advantage.
Experience in engineering and engineering processes – big advantage.
Experience in using products that use data for competitive advantage – big advantage.
Adequate knowledge of Big Data as a domain: From business implications to the range of technologies, via product and architectural aspects.
Excellent business and technical analytical skills – ability to analyze & solve complex problems in large domains.
Project management skills, ability to manage tasks with direct and indirect subordinates – big advantage.
Business analysis: Proven competency in business analysis, requirements definition and business case production.
Proven influencer and communicator with stakeholders at all levels.
Forward thinking: Able to inspire, predict trends, develop a vision and a roadmap.
Flexibility: has a flexible approach to change, is able to work effectively in a variety of situations, under ambiguity, seeks improvements and looks to the future.
Communication: strong writing and presentation skills; ability to clearly communicate complex messages to a variety of audiences including senior management and to the board of directors.
