In this role, you will act as team lead for the Product Management (PM) team in Sofia, and work closely with the PM team lead in Walldorf on building a high performing team across locations. The position focusses on team and people development activities and provides opportunities to broaden responsibilities over time. Your initial responsibilities will include the following:
Support the team in agile methodologies by establishing a leadership framework, coaching self-organization, and building effective work practices.
Provide guidance and career development opportunities to team members, helping them grow their skills and advance their careers.
Ensure efficient communication inside and outside the team up to senior management.
Advance team bonding, foster a collaborative and inclusive team culture, promote agile practices and continuous learning to adapt to changing requirements and technologies.
Cultivate the team identity, raise awareness of the team's mission and values within the Sofia location and beyond.
Strengthen collaboration with the development teams to ensure seamless cooperation.
Act as a role model by relentlessly striving for continuous improvement in the team.
What you bring
Degree in computer science or comparable qualification
Experience in product management and willingness to transition into a people leadership role.
Commitment to creating a culture where team members are empowered to take ownership of their work and decisions, promoting autonomy and accountability.
Familiarity with agile working practices, knowledge of the Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe) is advantageous.
Experience in the field of software development, preferably in Cloud Native Technologies and/or Platform Engineering.
Experience in leading distributed teams with various skill sets and engaging with different stakeholders.
Ability to inspire and motivate others to create an environment of trust and continuous learning.
Strong communication skills to communicate effectively with internal and external parties.