Product Manager - Web3

Shape the future of the Open Web

Source is the developer data management infrastructure for the open web. With an expected 75% of the data generated by humanity to be at the edge, developers at organizations of all sizes face complex challenges in managing distributed data. Our database, DefraDB, along with our Trust Protocol, SourceHub, provides developers with the tools to create and deploy software for edge environments. With native cryptographic primitives for data security, granular data governance, and interoperability and portability across the edge. We address the crucial aspects of edge data management, empowering developers to introduce the next wave of local-first software and edge AI for smart city, industry 4.0, and beyond.

About the Role

As the Product Manager, you’ll take charge of designing, executing, and delivering a blockchain indexing product built on top of Source Network’s cutting-edge data management stack. This role is central to leveraging Source Network’s core technology to address the unique challenges of indexing and managing blockchain data efficiently and at scale. You’ll work closely with our partner to ensure the product aligns with their goals while also driving innovation and technical excellence.

Your role will span from setting the strategic vision for the product to overseeing its end-to-end development lifecycle, including close collaboration with engineering teams to extend the capabilities of Source’s stack. You’ll serve as a bridge between technical and business teams, ensuring the product not only meets technical requirements but also provides exceptional value to users. This is a unique opportunity to shape a product that showcases the power and flexibility of Source Network’s foundational technology.

You'll be working on

• Product Strategy & Vision: Define and lead the product roadmap, aligning with the joint venture’s goals and leveraging Source Network’s data management stack.
• Collaboration with Stakeholders: Work closely with internal teams and external partners to deliver a blockchain indexing solution that meets technical and market needs.
• Technology Integration: Oversee the customization and integration of Source Network’s stack to create a scalable, high-performance indexing product.
• Cross-functional Leadership: Lead cross-functional teams to execute on product milestones and ensure alignment across engineering, design, and business units.
• Market & User Insights: Conduct research and gather feedback to prioritize features and ensure the product addresses real-world user needs.
• Scalability & Growth Planning: Anticipate future needs and plan for the potential spinout of the product into a standalone entity.
• Performance Tracking: Establish and monitor KPIs to measure product success and drive continuous improvement.

You're most likely to succeed in this role if you

• Have a Strong Product Management Background: You bring 5+ years of experience in product management, particularly with technical products like data infrastructure, blockchain, or indexing solutions.
• Understand Blockchain Technology: You possess a solid grasp of blockchain systems, data indexing challenges, and related infrastructure, enabling effective communication with technical teams and partners.
• Thrive in Collaborative Environments: You excel at working with cross-functional teams and external partners, balancing competing priorities and aligning diverse stakeholders towards a shared vision.
• Are Strategic Yet Hands-On: You can develop a long-term product vision while also diving into details to solve problems and guide day-to-day execution.
• Communicate Clearly: You have excellent communication skills, adeptly conveying complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Have an Analytical Mindset: You make data-driven decisions, leveraging research and metrics to prioritize features and assess product success.
• Adapt to Change: You're comfortable navigating ambiguity in a fast-paced environment, pivoting as needed to seize opportunities or address challenges.
• Are Entrepreneurial: You're excited by the prospect of leading a product that could potentially spin out into its own entity, embracing all associated challenges and opportunities.
• Focus on Outcomes: You are results-oriented and thrive on driving initiatives that deliver tangible value to users and partners alike.

Success in this role means

In your first month, you'll immerse yourself in Source Network's local/edge data management stack, connect with the team, and engage with our ecosystem of partners and communities. This period is crucial for building a solid foundation in our technology, understanding the ecosystem landscape, and aligning with the product and team goals.

As the Product Manager, you'll work closely with Source Network's core team to define and execute the product strategy. Your efforts will focus on shaping the blockchain indexing product, ensuring it leverages the strengths of Source Network's stack while meeting market needs. You'll collaborate with cross-functional teams—including engineering, marketing, and design—to deliver a best-in-class solution that addresses real-world challenges in blockchain data indexing.

Your role is pivotal in ensuring the product's success from concept to market. You'll champion the needs of users, partners, and stakeholders, driving innovation and fostering collaboration to meet shared goals. We're committed to supporting your leadership with the resources, mentorship, and flexibility you need to drive meaningful impact. As a leader, you'll play a key role in positioning this product as a market leader while also laying the foundation for its potential evolution into a standalone entity.