Company Overview
Kickstarted in early 2020, SOAX has swiftly risen to the forefront of the web data extraction market. As a completely bootstrapped company in its initial two years, we have won the trust and admiration of thousands of small and medium-sized businesses globally by prioritizing our customers’ needs in every decision we make.
We are building a full stack B2B SaaS platform of data extraction products, including Proxy-as-a-Service (Rotating Residential Proxies, Rotating Mobile Proxies, ISP Proxies, DC Proxies) and Data-as-a-Service products (Scraping APIs, AI Scraper, WebUnblocker).
Our remote-first approach and four-day workweek reflect our commitment to innovation and efficiency. Our team is a lively mix of entrepreneurial, data-driven, and hands-on individuals. At SOAX, we focus on delivering fast and flawlessly, making more with less.
Our vision is to unlock previously inaccessible data and insights with just a few clicks, empowering businesses to make more informed decisions and drive growth.
Role Overview
We are seeking a strategic and driven Product Lead to take ownership of our Scrapers Team, a core component of SOAX’s product offering. The Scraping Team is dedicated to building and evolving our Scraping APIs, which empower businesses to access structured data from a variety of public resources, such as marketplaces (Amazon, Walmart) and search engine result pages (SERP).
As the Product Lead, you will be responsible for the outcomes of the Scrapers Team, measured by key product metrics directly connected to ARR. This role involves not only developing a market-leading scraping solution but also collaborating cross-functionally with product, infrastructure, and acquisition teams to ensure our data extraction products are unmatched in speed, accuracy, and reliability.
Key Responsibilities
- Outcome Ownership: Drive key product metrics, ensuring a direct impact on Scraping API Revenue. Track and optimize metrics specific to the Scraping API, such as data accuracy, uptime, latency, and customer satisfaction.
- API Product Management: Define and own the roadmap for the Scraping API product, balancing customer needs, technological advancements, and competitive positioning. Ensure product documentation is comprehensive and accessible for internal and external users.
- Customer Needs & Market Alignment: Work closely with sales, support, and marketing teams to stay attuned to customer needs and market trends. Adapt the Scraping API product to meet evolving demands and maintain a competitive edge.
- Cross-Functional Collaboration: Collaborate with Acquisition, Infrastructure, and Lifecycle teams to ensure strategic alignment and actively contribute to shared goals, such as customer retention and platform scalability.
- Technical Innovation & Scalability: Partner with engineering and R&D teams to explore and implement technologies that improve the scalability, reliability, and speed of our Scraping APIs.
- Team Leadership: Oversee a team of developers and data specialists, fostering a collaborative and results-driven culture. Make strategic hiring and team development decisions to maintain efficiency and maximize ARR/FTE.
- Competitive Analysis: Conduct regular competitor analysis to ensure SOAX’s Scraping API remains a leading option in the market. Leverage insights to guide product adjustments and positioning.
Qualifications
Education & Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in a related field.
- Proven experience in a product leadership role, preferably in a B2B SaaS environment.
- Experience with API development or management, particularly in data extraction or scraping contexts.
Skills
Must-haves
- Strong focus on achieving outcomes and strategic goals.
- Deep understanding of API product management and customer-centric product development.
- Ability to perform competitive analysis and apply insights to drive product innovation and differentiation.
- Proficiency in validating product hypotheses through quantitative and qualitative research.
- Experience with complex technological B2B products and knowledge of market trends in data extraction.
- Solid communication skills for clear documentation and team alignment.
- Capacity to manage cross-functional teams effectively.
Nice-to-haves
- Familiarity with API security, data compliance standards, and scalability best practices.
- Knowledge of generative AI applications relevant to web scraping and data structuring.
- Exposure to Theory of Constraints (TOC) and agile project management methodologies.
Soft Skills
- Collaborative and supportive leadership style.
- Master communicator, capable of simplifying technical information for varied audiences.
- Strong critical-thinking abilities and attention to detail.
- Ability to adapt to new technologies and industry trends rapidly.
- Resilience and problem-solving mindset for navigating complex challenges.
- Skilled at building workarounds and maintaining progress in dynamic settings.
Work Environment
- Remote role with flexible working hours.
- Four-day workweek to encourage innovation and efficiency.
Compensation and Benefits
- Competitive compensation in GBP.
- Opportunities for growth and career advancement within SOAX.
- Supportive remote work culture focused on innovation and trust.