Platform Integrations Product Manager
1 day ago
Vigo
At Nextlane, we don’t just develop software solutions – we create the future of the automotive industry. We are a company that combines advanced technology with a clear vision: simplifying and digitizing every step of the automotive customer journey, empowering manufacturers and dealerships to thrive in a constantly evolving market. We believe in the value of every team member, offering opportunities for you to develop and contribute to meaningful solutions. • Be part of a growth-oriented culture., • Collaborate with colleagues from all over the world., • Believe in the Power of ideas and the diversity of thought., • Be committed to provide an environment where you can learn, grow, and collaborate on projects that make a global impact. Our success is measured not just by results, but also by the growth and satisfaction of those who are part of our company. At Nextlane, you’ll have the opportunity to innovate, push boundaries, and work on solutions that are transforming the automotive world. Integrations Product Manager – Nextlane Platform. Reports to the Director of Platform Product. Nextlane operates several software systems for dealerships and manufacturers across Europe. The Nextlane Platform is the layer that connects these systems with each other and with the wider automotive ecosystem. The Integrations Product Manager owns the OEM integration layer of this platform. The role defines its roadmap in line with Nextlane's strategy, makes sure new integrations are delivered on stable, well-documented interfaces, and is accountable for their adoption. The position requires a good understanding of APIs and system integration combined with solid product management practice. Knowledge of the automotive business or of a DMS is a strong asset. The role works with people from several countries and departments and may require occasional travel in Europe. • Product roadmap: in collaboration with the Director of Platform Product and according to Nextlane's strategy, define goals and manage the roadmap of the OEM integration layer., • Own the OEM integration layer: its interfaces and the onboarding of new OEM integrations. Collaborate with the platform product and architecture teams on the platform interfaces the integrations depend on., • Capture requirements through dialogue with customers, OEMs and partners; monitor market practices and upcoming legal requirements affecting data exchange and share insights with colleagues., • Validate requirements (Epics and Features) and acceptance criteria provided by the analysts and architects of the team., • Manage the backlog and priorities so that the team builds a healthy mix of new integrations, efficiencies and maintenance; participate in workload estimates, prioritize each iteration and share the product vision quarterly., • Define and follow adoption and quality metrics for the integrations in scope and use them to drive iteration., • Delivery approval of the finished solution; manage the pilot phase of each main release and, with Professional Services and Customer Support, the rollout to existing integrations and the prioritization of bug tickets against SLA., • Can participate in pre-sales presentations and quotations for integration and API offers (with Sales and XS teams)., • Coordinate the analysts and architects assigned to the scope, without line management, and guarantee the SDLC process (product side)., • Development and architecture teams, Product teams, OEMs and partners, Professional Services and Customer Support, Sales and Marketing., • 5–8+ years of product management experience in B2B SaaS, platform or integration products., • Proven ownership of API or integration products end to end (discovery → delivery → adoption), including contract design, versioning and deprecation, ideally with experience migrating legacy integrations to a modern integration platform., • Strong technical collaboration: REST/OpenAPI, event-driven flows, data mapping between systems, authentication and authorization patterns; able to read a payload and challenge a design., • Data-informed practice (metrics definition, outcome tracking) and the ability to translate OEM or regulatory requirements into product requirements., • Demonstrated alignment of Product, Engineering, Sales and partners; able to influence without authority, coordinate analysts and architects in a matrix setting, and communicate trade-offs clearly., • Strong written and spoken English; strong redaction skills to explain requirements, data flows and business workflows., • Experience with a DMS, dealer or OEM systems, or automotive data exchange (OEM interfaces, aftermarket, mobility)., • Hands-on use of AI in product workflows (prompting patterns, evaluation, guardrails, automation)., • Fluency in French; Spanish or German is a plus., • An OEM integration roadmap exists, is aligned with manufacturers, partners and internal product teams, and is reviewed quarterly., • New OEM and partner integrations are delivered predictably, on documented and stable interfaces, with a clear onboarding path for each., • The first OEM integrations are migrated to the new integration platform on the agreed plan., • Adoption, success-rate and support metrics are in place for the OEM integration layer and drive its prioritization., • 30 -minute introductory call with our Talent Acquisition Specialist., • Interview with the Hiring Managers, • Technical Assessment, • Final Interview, • Remote Work: Up to 3 days a week!, • Work-life balance: We have flexible entrance and departure time., • Summer schedule on Fridays: Start early your weekends!, • Referral Bonus: €1500 for every talent you refer (after 6 months)., • Flexible Remuneration: COBEE platform., • Private Medical Insurance: Adeslas., • Continuous Learning: Access to our internal platform for continuous development., • Vacation: 23 vacation days plus an intensive schedule in July and August., • Teambuilding: Our afterworks and activities are memorable! At Nextlane, we are committed to creating a space where everyone feels valued and respected. We firmly believe that diversity in experiences and backgrounds strengthens our culture and drives innovation. • Support for people with disabilities. If you need any adjustments during the recruitment process, let us know so we can provide the best possible experience., • Equal opportunities for all: We welcome applications regardless of age, gender, origin, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law. Join Nextlane and become part of the technological revolution in the automotive industry. Discover why we are a great place to develop your talent! #J-18808-Ljbffr
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