We are seeking a
Head of Product & Innovation who will co-develop our product vision with the CEO, oversee both software and hardware development, establish our dedicated
AI Lab for maritime applications, and ensure
best-in-class quality control across all releases. This role is central to our growth, with a clear path to becoming
Chief Technology Officer (CTO).
Key Responsibilities
Product Vision & Strategy
- Co-create and continuously refine the product vision and roadmap with the CEO.
- Translate business objectives into detailed product specifications, user stories, and priorities.
- Define and manage the product lifecycle, ensuring alignment with company strategy.
- Actively contribute to the design of mockups, wireframes, and prototypes, ensuring that the strategic vision is translated into tangible product experiences from the earliest stages.
Product Development & Delivery
- Act as the main interface with external development team to ensure efficient execution.
- Supervise and coordinate the UI/UX design team, ensuring alignment between design and technical implementation.
- Monitor and validate quality control across all software and hardware deliverables.
- Ensure best practices in Web & Mobile Development, with hands-on expertise in React and modern frameworks.
- Guarantee seamless front-end/back-end integration and third-party API connectivity.
- Deliver releases on time, with optimal performance and user experience.
Design & Wireframing
- Lead the product design process, from wireframing to final UX/UI validation.
- Absolute mastery of tools such as Figma, Miro, and other prototyping environments.
- Ensure consistency between design vision and technical implementation.
AI Lab & Innovation Leadership
- Establish and manage an AI Lab dedicated to maritime applications.
- Scout and integrate cutting-edge AI and machine learning solutions into the YOTSYSTEM ecosystem.
- Build partnerships with universities, labs and startups to keep YOTSYSTEM at the innovation frontier.
Hardware Development
- Supervise prototyping, testing, and scaling of connected devices.
- Ensure robust software-hardware integration.
- Oversee vendor relations, prototyping cycles, and industrialization roadmap.
Leadership & Collaboration
- Build and lead a world-class product and innovation team.
- Promote agile methodologies and a strong culture of excellence and innovation.
Ideal Candidate Profile
Experience
- 7+ years in product management, software engineering, or technology leadership.
- Proven track record of Web & Mobile Development, with strong expertise in React and modern frameworks.
- Hands-on experience in hardware-software product launches (IoT, wearables, or connected devices).
- Previous exposure to fast-scaling environments (start-ups/scale-ups).
Technical Skills
- Absolute mastery of React for web and mobile environments.
- Strong knowledge of cloud SaaS architecture and APIs.
- Expertise in Figma and advanced prototyping tools.
- Familiarity with hardware prototyping and IoT ecosystems.
- Solid understanding of AI/ML applications and their integration in SaaS products.
- Advanced skills in quality assurance and performance testing.
Soft Skills
- Entrepreneurial and agile mindset, thriving in a fast-paced environment.
- Excellent communication skills; able to bridge business and tech seamlessly.
- Proactive, solution-driven, and always one step ahead.
- Fluent in French and English (both written and spoken).
Location
- Based in Abu Dhabi HQ
- Frequent travels to Europe and Asia.
Compensation
- Competitive salary aligned with UAE top-tier market.
- Performance-based bonus tied to product milestones.
- Potential equity participation after 12+ months, with a structured path to evolve into CTO.
