JW PlayerJP

Product Manager

JW Player is the New York-based company that pioneered video on the web and continues to innovate for the future.

JW Player

Employee count: 201-500

Netherlands only
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About JWP:

JWP is transforming the Digital Video Economy as a trusted partner for over 40,000 broadcasters, publishers, and video-driven brands through our cutting-edge video software and data insights platform. JWP empowers customers with unprecedented independence and control over their digital video content. Established in 2004 as an open-source video player, JWP has evolved into the premier force driving digital video for businesses worldwide. With a rich legacy of pioneering video technology, JWP customers currently generate 8 billion video impressions/month and 5 billion minutes of videos watched/month. At JWP, everyone shares a passion for revolutionizing the digital video landscape. If you are ready to be a part of a dynamic and collaborative team then join us in shaping the future of video!

The Opportunity:

As the Product Manager for OTT at JWP, you will drive services that partners use to create web, mobile, and TV apps. Your responsibilities include setting the strategic direction and defining key features for our OTT services, such as content management and personalized recommendations. You'll collaborate closely with partners to ensure our offerings deliver maximum value to customers.Reporting to the Director of Product, you will work alongside a team of product managers and coordinate with engineering teams to develop and refine our services.The ideal candidate should have experience with external partnerships, API integration, and recommendation systems. You must be adept at navigating a fast-paced environment and managing multiple priorities effectively.

As a Product Manager, you will:

  • Define and execute product vision and strategy for OTT products by interacting with key clients, partners, and through market research.
  • Set and manage KPIs for product growth to help attain company goals.
  • Provide sales, support, and documentation for internal and external consumers.
  • Work with multiple stakeholders, both internal and external, to gather and prioritize product/feature requirements and deliver product functionality.
  • Understand customer needs and requirements, plus anticipate future trends that will serve their needs.
  • Act as the product owner in an Agile development process.
  • Drive prioritization across multiple engineering teams, communication with internal stakeholders, and user testing with customers.
  • Serve as a technical liaison to the Support Team and respond to high-priority customer questions.
  • Review and write functional specifications to communicate and guide product development.
  • Integrate and analyze product usage to continually optimize performance and user experience.

Requirements for the role:

  • 3+ years in product management.
  • Experience developing API-driven products with partners.
  • Experience with data-driven (recommendation) services.
  • A record of taking products to market from idea conception to launch in a fast-paced environment.
  • A record of successfully delivering scalable products.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills with both internal and external stakeholders.
  • Technical background with a B.S or higher in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, or a related field or equivalent experience.

Bonus Points:

  • Experience working with recommendation technologies.

Perks of being at JWP, Netherlands

When you join JWP, our goal is to take care of you and ensure you will be successful in your new role. Your success is our success!

As a full time employee, you are eligible for the following benefits:

  • Competitive Paid Time Off
  • Stock Options Purchase Plan
  • Retirement / Pension Plan
  • New Employee Home Office Setup Stipend
  • Monthly Connectivity Stipend
  • Quarterly and Annual Team Events - because team building is important!
  • Professional Career Program and Career Development Opportunities
  • Bi-Annual Hack Weeks for those who are interested in using their coding knowledge
  • Fireside chats with individuals at JWP

*Benefits are subject to location and can change at the discretion of the Company.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

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About the job

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Jun 23, 2024

Posted on

Apr 24, 2024

Job type

Full Time

Experience level

Mid-level

Location requirements

Hiring timezones

Netherlands +/- 0 hours

About JW Player

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JW Player is the New York-based company that pioneered video on the web and continues to innovate for the future. As creators of the world’s first open source video player in 2008, we powered the original YouTube and have since expanded to video hosting and streaming, advertising, and analytics for 1 billion monthly unique viewers in 200 countries. JW Player combines the fastest video delivery on the planet with cutting-edge intelligence, empowering publishers to tell highly impactful visual stories and successfully monetize their content.

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Equity benefits

Stock Options Purchase Program

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Disability insurance so you don't have to worry.

Paid parental leave

Paid family leave for all parents to support you and your family.

Employee assistance program (EAP)

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JW Player

Company size

201-500

Founded in

2005

Chief executive officer

Dave Otten

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