Senior Product Manager - IOE: Cardano

IOG is a technology company focused on blockchain research and development. We are renowned for our scientific approach to blockchain development, emphasizing peer‑reviewed research and formal methods to ensure security, scalability, and sustainability.

Our projects include the Cardano blockchain, as well as other products in the areas of decentralized finance (DeFi), governance, and identity management, aiming to advance the capabilities and adoption of blockchain and Web3 technology globally.

We invest in the unknown, applying our curiosity and desire for positive change to everything we do. By fueling creativity, innovation, and progress within our teams, our products and services are designed for people to be fearless, to be changemakers.

What the role involves

As a Senior Product Manager, you will take end-to-end ownership of one or more high-impact products, guiding them from ideation and strategic definition through to delivery and market adoption. Reporting to a Head of Product, General Manager, or another senior product leader, you will set and drive product vision and long‑term strategy, ensure alignment with organizational goals, and mentor product managers within your domain.

You will be tasked to develop a strategy around IO\’s role in your respective vertical, rationalize and elaborate a strong offering by capitalizing on existing products of our ecosystem and on emerging opportunities.

Product Strategy & Leadership

• Collaborate with senior product leadership to define product vision, strategy, and long-term goals, ensuring alignment with organizational and market objectives.
• Own the product lifecycle from strategic planning to tactical execution across multiple quarters and years.
• Act as a product evangelist and trusted subject‑matter expert within and outside the organization.
• Mentor and develop product managers, instilling best practices and supporting their professional growth.

Roadmapping & Documentation

• Lead Quarterly Product Planning (QPP) or equivalent processes to translate strategic goals into a clear multi-quarter roadmap.
• Produce and maintain Market Requirements Documents (MRDs), Product Requirements Documents (PRDs), and Feature Requirements Documents (FRDs), ensuring traceability to market opportunities and user needs.
• Continuously update all product documentation to reflect new insights, competitive analysis, and stakeholder feedback.

Market & User Insight

• Conduct market research and competitive analysis to anticipate trends, identify emerging opportunities, and inform strategic decisions.
• Engage customers, partners, and community stakeholders to gather requirements and validate product direction.
• Monitor industry developments (e.g., blockchain, stablecoins, or other relevant technologies) and integrate findings into product strategy.

Cross-Functional Delivery

• Partner with Engineering, Program Management, Product Design, and Product Marketing to ensure timely, high-quality delivery that meets business objectives.
• Oversee product launch activities and post-launch iterations to maximize user adoption and market impact.
• Work closely with marketing and communications to convey product value, changes, and release updates to external stakeholders.

Commercial & Ecosystem Engagement

• Build strategic relationships with key ecosystem players, partners, and industry forums to strengthen product positioning.
• Support business development activities by evaluating opportunities and shaping commercial strategies.

Who you are

• A BS/MS in Computer Science (or equivalent).
• Typically 8+ years of experience as a Product Manager.
• Prior experience in Financial Services, DeFi, Crypto Exchanges or Stablecoins.
• Demonstrated success in blockchain, fintech, or complex distributed systems, including market positioning and partner ecosystem engagement.
• Proven success with MRD/PRD/FRD documentation and quarterly/continuous planning cycles.
• Experience working in an Agile environment and leading highly technical engineering teams.
• Experience implementing processes to define metrics and measure the success of products that are launched.
• Experience working with software development and marketing teams, preferably in fintech.
• Proven ability in developing productive relationships with a variety of levels and roles and managing user expectations effectively.
• Strategic & Commercial Acumen – Ability to translate market and ecosystem trends into venture-level product and commercial strategy.
• Advanced Product Leadership – Proven record of driving multi-product roadmaps, mentoring product managers, and setting best practices that influence other teams.
• Technical & Market Expertise – Deep understanding of blockchain, stablecoin technologies, and emerging DeFi trends; able to evaluate technical trade-offs and market dynamics.
• Influencing & Stakeholder Management – Skilled in engaging senior leaders, external partners, regulators, and the broader ecosystem to align diverse interests.
• Analytical & Data-Driven Decision Making – Strong ability to use quantitative and qualitative data to validate strategies, prioritize investments, and measure success.
• Execution Excellence – Consistently delivers complex products on time and within scope while ensuring exceptional user experience and market fit.

Benefits

• Remote work.
• Laptop reimbursement.
• New starter package to buy hardware essentials (headphones, monitor, etc.).
• Learning & Development opportunities.
• Competitive PTO.

At IOG, we value diversity and always treat all employees and job applicants based on merit, qualifications, competence, and talent. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.