AR Product Manager

Position Overview

DeepAR is seeking a skilled and experienced AR (Augmented Reality) Product Manager to join our dynamic, international and very tech-centric team. As an AR Product Manager, you will play a crucial role in driving the development and success of our AR products. You will be responsible for managing the lifecycle and Go to Market of our AR CMS platforms, working with the CEO and leadership team on strategy and client research, through to product specification, agile development and ultimately in-life operations. Your expertise in AR technology, market research, and product management will be key in creating a powerful, and constantly evolving platform that drives ROI for our diverse international client base.

Responsibilities

1. Strategy and Planning:
   • Develop and execute a comprehensive AR product strategy aligned with company goals and market trends
   • Conduct market research and competitor analysis to identify opportunities and define product differentiators
   • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define product roadmaps, prioritize features, and set realistic timelines
     
2. Product Development:
   • Lead the end-to-end product development process, including requirements gathering, feature definition, and UI/UX design.
   • Work closely with development teams to ensure the successful and agile implementation.
   • Define and manage product milestones, deliverables, and quality standards.
     
3. User Experience and Testing:
   • Advocate for an exceptional user experience by gathering user feedback, conducting usability tests, and iterating on product features accordingly.
   • Collaborate with UX/UI designers to create intuitive and engaging platform interfaces.
   • Monitor user metrics and analytics to identify areas for improvement and drive product optimization efforts.
     
4. Cross-Functional Collaboration:
   • Collaborate with stakeholders, including developers, designers, marketers, and sales teams, to ensure a seamless integration of AR products across the organization.
   • Communicate product updates, progress, and milestones to internal teams and external stakeholders.
   • Work closely with engineering teams to address technical challenges and provide guidance on AR implementation.
     
5. Market Launch and Growth:
   • Develop go-to-market strategies for new AR platform, including pricing, positioning, and promotional activities.
   • Collaborate with marketing teams to create compelling product messaging and marketing campaigns.
   • Monitor market trends, competitive landscape, and customer feedback to identify growth opportunities and drive product enhancements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in a relevant field, such as computer science, product management, or a related discipline.
• Proven track record of at least 7 years in product management, preferably in AR or related technologies.
• Deep experience managing platform solutions, APIs and complex technical products
• Strong understanding of AR technology, industry trends, and user experience principles.
• Experience in product development methodologies, such as Agile.
• Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to translate data into actionable insights.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams.
• Demonstrated leadership abilities and a results-oriented mindset.
• Passion for emerging technologies and a desire to innovate in the AR space.

Bonuses

• We love people who have deep skills across multiple realms; PMs who can use design tools (i.e. Figma), write code, and utilise terminal prompts
• You need to be able to work independently, efficiently and leanly - but also know when to ask questions and ensure that you're always on the right course (time is of the essence).
• Love to focus on deep work but also collaborate great in person ... it's all about the balance.

About DeepAR

Join our team as an AR Product Manager and be at the forefront of shaping the future of augmented reality experiences. We're a very motley group of hackers, designers, engineers, rocket scientists and story tellers, who come from all around Europe and the world, and weave together experience from Snap, Dreamworks, Angry Birds, Meta, MIT, Amazon and Tiktok. Come join the fun and contribute to delivering cutting-edge products that redefine user engagement and interaction.