Position Overview:
We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced IT Product Analyst with fluency in Mandarin and a proven track record in the fintech industry. The ideal candidate will play a critical role in bridging business needs and technology solutions by analyzing, defining, and optimizing product features and functionality. This role requires excellent communication skills, deep fintech domain knowledge, and a passion for delivering user-centric products.
Key Responsibilities:
- Product Analysis & Development:
- Work closely with business stakeholders to gather, analyze, and document requirements for fintech products and services.
- Translate business requirements into detailed product specifications, user stories, and workflows.
- Collaborate with development teams to ensure product features are technically feasible and align with business objectives.
- Market Research & User Insights:
- Conduct market research to identify trends, opportunities, and competitor offerings in the fintech space.
- Analyze user behavior, feedback, and data to enhance product usability and performance.
- Provide recommendations for product improvements based on insights from the market and user feedback.
- Stakeholder Collaboration:
- Act as a liaison between business, technical, and design teams to ensure alignment across all phases of the product lifecycle.
- Facilitate communication with Mandarin-speaking stakeholders, including regional teams, vendors, and clients.
- Ensure timely and clear communication of product updates, roadmaps, and changes to stakeholders.
- Agile Product Development:
- Actively participate in Agile ceremonies, including sprint planning, reviews, and retrospectives.
- Create and prioritize product backlogs, ensuring development aligns with business goals and deadlines.
- Continuously refine and update requirements as projects progress.
- Testing & Quality Assurance:
- Collaborate with QA teams to define test cases and ensure the quality of deliverables.
- Participate in UAT (User Acceptance Testing) and validate that the product meets business expectations.
- Fintech Expertise:
- Leverage expertise in fintech, including payment systems, lending platforms, digital wallets, or blockchain, to guide product development.
- Stay updated with industry regulations and compliance standards in fintech markets.
Required Qualifications:
- Technical & Domain Expertise:
- Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Business, or a related field.
- 5+ years of experience as a Product Analyst, Business Analyst, or a related role within the fintech industry.
- Strong knowledge of fintech products, including payment systems, mobile banking, or financial applications.
- Familiarity with Agile/Scrum methodologies and tools like JIRA, Confluence, or similar.
- Technical understanding of APIs, system integration, and data flow within fintech platforms.
- Language Skills:
- Fluent in Mandarin (spoken and written) to facilitate communication with Mandarin-speaking stakeholders.
- Proficiency in English for global collaboration.
- Analytical & Problem-Solving Skills:
- Strong analytical mindset with experience in gathering and interpreting data for decision-making.
- Ability to translate complex business needs into technical specifications.
- Soft Skills:
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills for collaboration with diverse teams.
- Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
- Adaptability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic fintech environment.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience with fintech platforms in cross-border payment, digital lending, or blockchain technology.
- Familiarity with regulatory requirements in the fintech industry (e.g., PCI-DSS, AML, KYC).
- Certifications such as CBAP (Certified Business Analysis Professional) or Agile certifications are a plus.
