Job Responsibilities
1. Feature Management:
-Manage the implementation of HbbTV features on our Smart TV OS platform with R&D.
-Define and prioritize the HbbTV roadmap, ensuring alignment with company goals and market demands.
-Collaborate with product, engineering, and design teams to develop and enhance HbbTV functionalities.
-Analyze market trends and competitor offerings to identify and integrate new HbbTV features.
2. Content Strategy and Regional Customization:
-Define the importance and priority of regional content, focusing on key markets.
-Work with content acquisition teams to ensure the availability and optimization of relevant content per region.
-Stay updated with regional content regulations and standards to ensure compliance within the European broadcasting sector that may impact the HbbTV platform
3. Collaboration and Communication:
-Act as the primary point of contact between internal teams (product, engineering, QA, support) for HbbTV-related matters.
-Provide clear and comprehensive briefs to QA teams, outlining the scope and priorities of HbbTV-related testing.
-Foster and manage strong relationships with broadcasters, content providers, and industry stakeholders.
4. Industry Representation:
-Represent the company at HbbTV industry events, workshops, and conferences throughout the year.
-Present our HbbTV capabilities and roadmap to industry peers, gathering feedback and insights.
-Collaborate with a QA or support representative during these events to address technical questions and showcase our commitment to quality
5. Continuous Improvement and Reporting:
-Monitor the performance and usage of HbbTV features, gathering user feedback for continuous improvement.
-Prepare regular reports on the status of HbbTV features, development progress, and market impact.
-Identify and mitigate any risks or issues related to HbbTV features in a timely manner.
Job Requirements
1. Educational Background and Experience:
-Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Telecommunications, or a related field.
-Proven experience (5+ years) in managing HbbTV or similar interactive TV technologies.
-Strong understanding of HbbTV standards, protocols, and market trends.
2. Technical Skills:
-Proficiency in HbbTV-related technologies.
-Familiarity with Smart TV platforms, middleware, and broadcast technologies.
-Experience with QA processes and tools, particularly in the context of TV and multimedia applications.
3. Soft Skills:
-Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to articulate complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
-Strong project management skills, with a track record of delivering projects on time and within scope.
-Ability to work collaboratively across different teams and departments.
4. Industry Knowledge and Networking:
-Knowledge of the HbbTV ecosystem, including key players and industry trends.
-Existing relationships with broadcasters, content providers, and industry associations are a plus.
-Willingness to travel frequently to attend industry events and meet with stakeholders.
5. Personal Attributes:
-Self-motivated, proactive, and able to work independently.
-Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
-Passion for technology and a keen interest in the future of interactive television.