Product Manager

ABOUT MATIFIC

Matific is a leading global EdTech provider, delivering an adaptive online learning platform for primary school mathematics. With our product being utilised by millions of students, teachers and parents in 100+ countries, we are helping educate the youth and bring equality to education. With over $50M USD invested and a global team of over 200+ employees, we are committed to achieving our goals. We’ve also picked up a number of awards, including numerous CODiEs, Academics’ Choice and Edtech Digest to name a few.

THE ROLE

We are looking for a highly motivated Product Manager. The role blends traditional product management with elements of game design, focusing on creating seamless, engaging, and effective digital learning experiences. Working closely with a global, cross-functional team, the Product Manager will ensure the platform remains both educationally impactful and engaging for users.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

1.Product and Game Design:

• Design engaging, educational digital experiences aligned with learning objectives.
• Develop game mechanics and dynamics that make learning interactive, fun, and valuable.
• Conduct playtesting and refine game designs based on user feedback and data insights.

2.Collaboration and Communication:

• Work with cross-functional teams, including content, design, technical, and marketing, to integrate game design into the product seamlessly.
• Engage with global stakeholders, customers, and users through interviews, surveys, and feedback sessions to ensure a user-centric approach.

3.Project Management and Agile Development:

• Gather and document requirements, creating Agile user stories to guide development.
• Manage project schedules, track milestones, and ensure delivery in collaboration with internal and external teams.
• Participate in daily scrums, sprint planning, and workshops.

4.Testing and Documentation:

• Monitor defects and perform ad hoc, content, and user acceptance testing.
• Create and maintain user guides, FAQs, and other product documentation.

5.Data-Driven Decision Making:

• Analyze usage data to understand patterns, gather insights, and recommend improvements to enhance user experience and engagement.

6.Marketing and UX Collaboration:

• Support marketing efforts by creating and editing product videos.
• Collaborate with UX and design teams to develop user experience flows, wireframes, and visual designs.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Mathematics, Computer Science, or Physics  
• Proven experience in product management or a related role.
• Strong understanding of Agile methodologies and product lifecycle management.
• Experience in game design or integrating game mechanics into digital products.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills with experience engaging global stakeholders and teams.
• Data-driven mindset with the ability to derive actionable insights from user data.
• Exceptional organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects and priorities.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Background in education, instructional design, or a related field.
• Experience in creating or managing educational platforms or products.
• Video editing skills and familiarity with UX design processes.
• Passion for education, learning technologies, and innovative teaching solutions.

• A business with a strong purpose to provide quality education to children globally
• A fast-paced environment, fast-growing SaaS company
• Work with ministries of education, leading high-profile global publishers and partners
• Work closely alongside seasoned, successful entrepreneurs 
• Opportunity to innovate and challenge the status quo
• Great remuneration package with significant upside potential