Company Description

We Cook iT is an international software house that delivers software development to its corporate customers by providing highly skilled, communicative IT professionals to build their customized products through outsourcing, nearshoring and turn-key projects’ solutions.

How do we differentiate ourselves? By investing in the professional growth and personal care of our software developers. We provide them with a premium service so that they can do the same for our customers.

Our talented team holds software engineers and sales experts, spread across offices in Europe and South America, and we represent a go-getting and driven company who aims to be an inspiring software house, knowing our future relies on IT.

We Cook iT stand for growth, support, dynamic, companionship and communication. Our head office is located in Portugal in the heart of Lisbon (Avenida da Liberdade) and we work mainly for the European market.

Job Description

For one of our clients we are looking for a Product Lead and Evangelist GenAI Technologies

Start: September 2024
Duration: Till end of 2024, extensions possible
Location: remote
Capacity: flexible (full-time and part time both possible)


Product Lead and Evangelist (across teams)
The Product Lead and Evangelist is responsible for managing requirements and features across data platform product teams to streamline delivery while at the same time ensuring optimal alignment with use cases and user requirements. This role involves translating requirements into concrete work items, understanding and minimizing cross-team dependencies, and helping teams prioritize their work. Additionally, as an Evangelist, this role is dedicated to driving the adoption of new methodologies and ways of working within the organization. This includes coaching existing Product Owners, advocating for best practices, and fostering a culture of innovation and continuous improvement. The Product Lead and Evangelist will work closely with the head of data platform, and the individual product owners across the data platform product teams.
Skills:

• Technical Expertise: In-depth knowledge of data platforms, big data technologies, cloud infrastructure, and data engineering principles to effectively lead technical discussions and make informed decisions.
• Project Management: Proficiency in project management methodologies to prioritize tasks, manage timelines, and ensure the successful delivery of products.
• Analytical and Problem-Solving Skills: Strong analytical abilities to identify trends, analyze data, and solve complex problems efficiently.
• User Research: Ability to conduct market research and understand user needs to drive product innovation and ensure user-centric development.
• Risk Management: Competence in identifying potential risks and implementing strategies to mitigate them, ensuring the stability and reliability of the data platform.
• Evangelism and Advocacy:
  • Passionate about driving the adoption of new methodologies (e.g. Data Products/ Data Mesh) and ways of working within the organization.
  • Ability to articulate the benefits of new processes and technologies to a diverse audience, gaining buy-in from stakeholders at all levels.
  • Proficiency in coaching and mentoring Product Owners and other team members to embrace and implement innovative practices.
• Cultural Change Management:
  • Expertise in managing organizational change, including planning, communication, and execution of change initiatives.
  • Experience in overcoming resistance to change and building a supportive environment for continuous improvement.
• Communication and Collaboration:
  • Excellent communication skills to convey complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
  • Strong collaboration skills to work effectively with cross-functional teams, ensuring alignment and shared understanding.
• Leadership and Influence: Strong influence skills to advocate for the adoption of new methodologies and drive organizational change.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience
• Basic knowledge of AI technologies, specifically GenAI technologies and the applications of LLMs
• In-depth knowledge of strategic planning, cross-functional leadership, customer focus methodologies, product mindset and user experience.
• Knowledge about digital product characteristics in the area of data & analytics.
• English fluent, German is a plus

Additional Information

If you are looking for a fast-paced multinational company and have a desire to be part of the exciting state-of-the-art projects across Europe, send us your application in English.

We’re looking forward to hearing from you!