Product ideation Consultant

Location

Secunderabad | India

Job description

Company Description

Walnut Softech Private Limited is a global company that provides custom software development, product design, QA and consultancy services. We assist businesses in upgrading their value through our innovative solutions to help solve problems.

Preference to IIT / IIM / NIT Interns / freshers

Role Description

This is a full-time Hybrid/ remote role for a Product ideation Consultant. The Product ideation Consultant will be responsible for identifying, analyzing, and generating ideas for new products to meet the evolving market needs. Day-to-day tasks include market trend analysis, competitor analysis, identify gaps in existing products and brainstorm solutions to fill those gaps. The role also involves collaboration with cross-functional teams to develop and validate new product concepts.

We are seeking a creative and strategic Product Ideation Specialist to join our team and drive innovative product development initiatives. As a Product Ideation Specialist, you will be responsible for conceptualizing, validating, and refining product ideas to meet market demands and user needs. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to translate ideas into actionable plans and guide projects through the ideation phase to successful execution.

Responsibilities:

1. Lead the ideation process by generating innovative product concepts and features that align with business goals and user requirements.
2. Conduct market research, user interviews, and competitive analysis to identify emerging trends, customer pain points, and opportunities for product innovation.
3. Collaborate with stakeholders, including product managers, designers, engineers, and marketing teams, to brainstorm ideas and prioritize initiatives based on strategic objectives and resource constraints.
4. Facilitate ideation workshops, brainstorming sessions, and design sprints to foster creativity, capture diverse perspectives, and generate actionable insights.
5. Develop prototypes, wireframes, and mockups to visualize product concepts and solicit feedback from internal teams and external stakeholders.
6. Validate product hypotheses through user testing, A/B testing, and rapid experimentation to iterate and refine ideas based on user feedback and performance metrics.
7. Create comprehensive product roadmaps, feature specifications, and user stories to guide development teams and ensure alignment with project timelines and deliverables.
8. Stay informed about industry best practices, emerging technologies, and design trends to inspire innovation and maintain a competitive edge in the market.
9. Advocate for user-centered design principles and customer-centric approaches to product development, emphasizing empathy, usability, and accessibility.
10. Foster a culture of innovation and collaboration within the organization by sharing knowledge, encouraging experimentation, and celebrating successful initiatives.

Requirements:

1. Bachelor's degree in Product Design, Human-Computer Interaction (HCI), Business Administration, or related field; Master's degree preferred.
2. Proven experience as a Product Manager, Product Designer, or Innovation Strategist with a focus on product ideation and conceptualization.
3. Strong understanding of design thinking methodologies, lean startup principles, and agile development practices.
4. Excellent problem-solving skills and a creative mindset with a passion for generating new ideas and solving complex challenges.
5. Proficiency in prototyping tools such as Sketch, Adobe XD, Figma, or InVision, as well as familiarity with product management platforms like Jira or Asana.
6. Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to articulate ideas, facilitate discussions, and build consensus among diverse stakeholders.
7. Analytical mindset with the ability to interpret data, gather insights, and make data-driven decisions to inform product strategy and prioritize feature development.
8. Strong project management skills with the ability to multitask, prioritize workload, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
9. Experience working in cross-functional teams and collaborating with diverse stakeholders across departments and organizational levels.
10. Passion for technology, innovation, and user experience design, with a keen interest in exploring emerging trends and disruptive technologies.

Join our dynamic team and play a key role in shaping the future of our products through creative ideation, strategic planning, and user-centric design. We offer competitive compensation, professional development opportunities, and a supportive work environment where your ideas are valued and encouraged.

If you are passionate about driving innovation and transforming ideas into impactful products, we would love to hear from you. Apply now and be part of our journey towards excellence in product development.

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