HbbTV Technical Product Manager
1 person
Location:
Amsterdam or Rotterdam, Netherlands
Responsibilities
1. Feature Management:
• Manage the implementation of HbbTV features on our Smart TV OS platform with R&D.
• Define and prioritize the HbbTV roadmap, ensuring alignment with company goals and market demands.
• Collaborate with product, engineering, and design teams to develop and enhance HbbTV functionalities.
• Analyze market trends and competitor offerings to identify and integrate new HbbTV features.
2. Content Strategy and Regional Customization:
• Define the importance and priority of regional content, focusing on key markets.
• Work with content acquisition teams to ensure the availability and optimization of relevant content per region.
• Stay updated with regional content regulations and standards to ensure compliance within the European broadcasting sector that may impact the HbbTV platform
3. Collaboration and Communication:
• Act as the primary point of contact between internal teams (product, engineering, QA, support) for HbbTV-related matters.
• Provide clear and comprehensive briefs to QA teams, outlining the scope and priorities of HbbTV-related testing.
• Foster and manage strong relationships with broadcasters, content providers, and industry stakeholders.
4. Industry Representation:
• Represent the company at HbbTV industry events, workshops, and conferences throughout the year.
• Present our HbbTV capabilities and roadmap to industry peers, gathering feedback and insights.
• Collaborate with a QA or support representative during these events to address technical questions and showcase our commitment to quality
5. Continuous Improvement and Reporting:
• Monitor the performance and usage of HbbTV features, gathering user feedback for continuous improvement.
• Prepare regular reports on the status of HbbTV features, development progress, and market impact.
• Identify and mitigate any risks or issues related to HbbTV features in a timely manner.
Qualifications
1. Educational Background and Experience:
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Telecommunications, or a related field.
• Proven experience (5+ years) in managing HbbTV or similar interactive TV technologies.
• Strong understanding of HbbTV standards, protocols, and market trends.
2. Technical Skills:
• Proficiency in HbbTV-related technologies.
• Familiarity with Smart TV platforms, middleware, and broadcast technologies.
• Experience with QA processes and tools, particularly in the context of TV and multimedia applications.
3. Soft Skills:
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to articulate complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
• Strong project management skills, with a track record of delivering projects on time and within scope.
• Ability to work collaboratively across different teams and departments.
4. Industry Knowledge and Networking:
• Knowledge of the HbbTV ecosystem, including key players and industry trends.
• Existing relationships with broadcasters, content providers, and industry associations are a plus.
• Willingness to travel frequently to attend industry events and meet with stakeholders.
5. Personal Attributes:
• Self-motivated, proactive, and able to work independently.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Passion for technology and a keen interest in the future of interactive television.
Position requirements
Years of working: |
5+ years in managing HbbTV or similar interactive TV technologies. |