Player Product Manager at Kake.co
Summary
We’re partnering with a global media leader to find a Player Product Manager who will help shape the future of video playback experiences for millions of users. You’ll own the roadmap and delivery of a core player framework, collaborating with engineering, QA, and analytics to ensure seamless live and on-demand streaming.
This role is perfect for someone who’s technically curious and passionate about delivering high-quality, scalable products in fast-moving environments.
What you’ll do
Own the roadmap and releases for one of the company’s player frameworks.
Define and prioritize user stories, balancing delivery speed with quality.
Collaborate with engineering, QA, and DevOps to ensure smooth releases.
Partner with cross-functional teams to align technical goals and timelines.
Stay up to date on playback technologies, streaming protocols, and analytics tools.
Core Requirements
5+ years of Product Management experience in a technical or media-related domain.
Strong technical aptitude and ability to communicate effectively with engineers.
Experience managing agile delivery cycles and prioritizing competing demands.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Flexibility to support global teams or live events when needed.
Nice to have
Experience with video playback technologies (HLS, ExoPlayer, AVPlayer, Roku).
Familiarity with QoE metrics, adaptive bitrate (ABR), and analytics tools (Conviva, Mux, Adobe Analytics).
Background in engineering, QA, or technical project management.