Kurtosys empowers asset and wealth managers with a leading data and content publication platform. Founded in 2002, we operate across four global offices with a deep understanding of working at scale with data, information design, industry regulations, and compliance (ISO-27001 certified).
The Opportunity :
As a Data Product Manager at Kurtosys, you’ll leverage your product management expertise and data fluency to drive the development of innovative, client-centric solutions that keep us at the forefront of the FinTech industry. You’ll work closely with clients, engineers, designers, and data specialists to transform data insights into best-in-class features — delivering measurable business value and exceptional client experiences.
This is a unique opportunity to shape the future of data products in financial services, balancing strategic vision, technical understanding, and regulatory rigour.
Responsibilities :
- Partner with product, sales, and marketing teams to identify client needs and translate them into a data-driven product roadmap.
- Conduct market research and user analysis to pinpoint opportunities where data can unlock new value.
- Define and prioritise data requirements in collaboration with data engineers and analysts to fuel product insights.
- Stay ahead of emerging trends (AI / ML, automation, personalisation) to incorporate innovation into the product vision.
Product Design & Development :
Collaborate with UI / UX designers to translate data insights into intuitive, user-centric product features.Champion data-informed design decisions throughout the product lifecycle.Partner with engineers to deliver scalable, API-first, and cloud-ready solutions.Conduct A / B testing and use product analytics tools to validate and iterate on features based on data and user feedback.Product Delivery & Management :
Own the product roadmap, balancing client needs, business priorities, and data-driven insights.Define and track product KPIs to measure adoption, engagement, and business impact.Document clear functional specifications and user stories to ensure alignment across teams.Facilitate agile ceremonies (planning, reviews, retrospectives) and drive continuous improvement.Data Governance, Compliance & Client Engagement :
Work with compliance and legal teams to ensure all data-driven solutions adhere to industry regulations and ISO-27001 standards.Champion data literacy and foster a culture of data-driven decision-making across the organisation.Translate complex data analysis into clear, actionable recommendations for stakeholders and clients.Engage directly with clients to understand evolving data challenges and advocate for Kurtosys’ data products as strategic enablers.Qualifications :
5+ years of experience in product management or a related field (e.g., data science, analytics).Proven track record of launching and managing data-driven products.Strong analytical skills with experience using SQL, Python, or similar data analysis tools.Experience collaborating with cross-functional teams in a fast-paced environment.Excellent communication, presentation, and stakeholder management skills.Strong problem-solving and critical thinking abilities.Passion for data and its potential to transform the FinTech industry.Bonus Points :
Experience in the asset / wealth management space or broader financial services domain.Familiarity with data visualisation tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI).Knowledge of modern cloud data stacks (e.g., Snowflake, BigQuery, AWS, Azure).Understanding of machine learning concepts and applications.Exposure to API-first product design and data platform adoption.Competitive salary and benefits packageFlexible work hours and hybrid work opportunitiesNo dress code and an open, inclusive cultureGroup risk cover & employee wellbeing program20 days paid leave annuallyOngoing staff appreciation events and learning opportunitiesOpportunity to collaborate with experts across the globeJoin Us :
Be part of a team that is transforming how leading financial services firms engage with their audiences. At Kurtosys, you’ll shape the future of data-driven products in FinTech — with the freedom to innovate, the support to succeed, and the opportunity to make an impact.
City of Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa
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