Product & Project Management

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Product Management

Project Management

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Individual Contributor

Management

IC-1

Product Management Intern

Experience

Entry-level, typically a student or recent graduate with strong interest in product development and digital technologies.

Area of Responsibility

Supports product team with research, documentation, data collection, and coordination. Focuses on learning product processes and tools.

Skills

Takes and organizes meeting notes: Minutes of Meeting, Executive summaries
Uploads and interprets basic product or user data with guidance
Participates in team rituals (planning, retros, reviews) as an observer or junior assistant
Learns how to structure PRD and user flows
Assists with competitor analysis, audience segmentation, or survey formatting
Open to feedback, learns from pairing and review sessions

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IC-2

Product Researcher

Experience

0.5–1.5 years of relevant experience in product research, user research, or business analysis. Understands product development lifecycle.

Area of Responsibility

Assists in the discovery process by conducting and synthesizing research. Supports hypothesis validation through qualitative and quantitative tools.

Skills

Interviews respondents and runs surveys without introducing bias
Conducts CJM mapping and basic competitor or SWOT analysis
Helps choose appropriate user research tools to validate hypotheses
Participates in early A/B test setups and pre-/post-launch analytics
Supports creation of UX flows, PRDs, and feature briefs
Interprets and documents research results clearly for the team
Communicates findings during squad meetings and syncs

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IC-3

Junior Product Manager

Experience

1–2 years of hands-on product experience. Has led small features or assisted in cross-functional squads. Begins to own delivery of discrete product areas.

Area of Responsibility

Supports product execution, manages small features from discovery to delivery, and collaborates with stakeholders to solve specific user or business problems.

Skills

Record keeping for different types of meeting (Minutes of Meeting, Key Takeaways)
Creating user flow. Creation of PRD/BR for the team (with support)
Basics of system analysis (can describe a small feature)
Interviewing respondents and using surveys without bias
Audience segmentation
Uploading and interpreting data (with templates or guidance)
Basics of quality assurance (can help with UAT or check logs with QA)
Participates in squad rituals, writes small updates or presentations
Open to feedback, communicates clearly, tracks small risks or blockers

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IC-4

Middle I – Product Manager

Experience

2–3 years of experience in product roles. Capable of independently leading discovery and delivery for small to mid-sized features. Comfortable working across disciplines with designers, engineers, analysts, and stakeholders.

Area of Responsibility

Owns the full lifecycle of product features from idea to delivery. Defines requirements, prioritizes backlog, collaborates with the team during implementation, and measures outcomes.

Skills

Creating user flow and PRD/BR for the team
Basics of system analysis (writes structured, detailed specs)
Articulating business logic to partners or team
Using measurement and analytics effectively pre- and post-launch
Uploading and interpreting data to inform product decisions
Choosing correct User Science tools to validate hypothesis
Designing and launching A/B tests (with support from analysts)
Audience segmentation, CJM creating/validating
Partnering regularly with stakeholders, managing expectations
Basics of software development (actively participates in team discussions)
Basics of devops and tooling (understands dependencies and delivery constraints)
Risk management (flags and mitigates risks in scope and delivery)
Leading and facilitating squad meetings (planning, brainstorms, etc.)
Writing and giving public presentations (internal updates, demos)
Reaching objectively good negotiation results while maintaining relationships

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IC-5

Middle II – Product Manager

Experience

3–4 years of product management experience. Leads complex features or owns a narrow product area end-to-end. Supports junior team members and begins contributing to product direction and roadmap.

Area of Responsibility

Responsible for mid- to large-sized product initiatives. Begins influencing product vision, leads discovery and delivery with minimal oversight, and ensures measurable business and user outcomes.

Skills

Managing and prioritizing product roadmap for a product area
Creating user flow, PRD/BR, and UX prototypes for complex features
Choosing correct User Science tools to validate hypothesis
Uploading and interpreting data, using analytics effectively pre- and post-launch
Designing and launching A/B tests
Creating Business model and contributing to Unit Economics
Supporting product execution across multiple squads (with guidance)
Anticipating implementation challenges with a particular proposal
Partnering regularly with stakeholders, managing expectations across levels
Articulating business logic to partners or team
Delegating and time management
Leading and facilitating squad meetings
Contributing to planning the team’s activities and sprint goals
Writing and giving public presentations internally

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IC-6

Senior I – Product Manager

Experience

4–6 years in product roles. Owns large product areas or complex features. Leads multi-squad collaboration and connects execution with business goals.

Area of Responsibility

Manages roadmap for a product domain. Balances user needs, technical constraints, and business priorities. Drives discovery and delivery with limited oversight.

Skills

Managing and prioritizing product roadmap
Creating Business model and Unit Economics
Designing and launching A/B tests
Defining key business and product metrics
Creating user flow and PRDs independently
Supporting product execution across multiple squads
Anticipating implementation challenges with a particular proposal
Choosing correct User Science tools to validate hypotheses
Risk management and planning feature feasibility
Writing and giving public presentations, communicating roadmap and results
Delegating and time management
Planning team activities
Inspiring team and customers
Partnering regularly with stakeholders, managing expectations
Basics of quality assurance, devops, system analysis, and development still apply, but now are tools, not focus areas

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IC-1

Trainee

Experience

Entry-level, little to no prior professional experience in frontend development.

Area of Responsibility

Learning and applying basic frontend concepts, writing simple components under supervision.

Skills

HTML/CSS: Understanding and using basic HTML elements and CSS styles.
JavaScript: Familiarity with basic JavaScript (ES6+) concepts.
Git: Basic version control operations, understanding of repositories.
Soft Skills: Effective communication, openness to feedback, willingness to learn and improve.

IC-2

Junior

Experience

More then 1 year of experience in frontend development.

Area of Responsibility

Developing small features, fixing bugs, and understanding project architecture.

Skills

HTML/CSS: Proficient in semantic HTML and CSS preprocessors (e.g., Sass).
JavaScript: Knowledge of ES6+, basic use of libraries like Vue.js or React.
Version Control: Confident use of Git, contributing to code reviews.
Soft Skills: Basic teamwork and communication, handling constructive criticism.

IC-3

Middle I

Experience

More then 2 years of solid frontend experience.

Area of Responsibility

Developing features independently, improving existing components, participating in code reviews.

Skills

JavaScript & Frameworks: Deep knowledge of ES6+, Vue.js ecosystem, understanding UI component libraries.
Coding Practices: Writing clean and maintainable code, understanding coding patterns and principles.
Infrastructure: Familiarity with build tools (Webpack, Babel) and CI/CD pipelines.
Soft Skills: Working well in a team, basic problem-solving and critical thinking.

IC-4

Middle II

Experience

More then 3 years of experience in frontend, capable of handling complex tasks.

Area of Responsibility

Leading feature implementation, optimizing performance, and mentoring juniors.

Skills

Advanced JavaScript: Mastery of core concepts, meta-frameworks, and server-side rendering (SSR).
Testing: Writing unit tests and understanding end-to-end testing frameworks.
Optimization: Improving load times, optimizing SEO, and handling responsive design challenges.
Soft Skills: Effective collaboration, taking initiative, and providing constructive feedback.

IC-5

Senior I

Experience

More then 4 years of frontend development experience.

Area of Responsibility

Designing and implementing complex systems, contributing to architectural decisions.

Skills

Architecture & Patterns: Understanding design patterns, OOP, and functional programming.
Security: Awareness of common vulnerabilities and how to mitigate them.
Performance Tuning: Deep understanding of browser performance and optimization.
Soft Skills: Strong communication, mentoring, and conflict resolution skills.

IC-6

Senior II

Experience

Recognized as an expert in frontend development.

Area of Responsibility

Driving project quality, ensuring best practices, leading codebase improvements.

Skills

Frontend Mastery: Proficient in multiple frameworks (Vue.js, React, Angular), full understanding of TypeScript.
Code Review & Testing: Leading code reviews, implementing automated testing strategies.
CI/CD & Infrastructure: Advanced setup and maintenance of continuous integration and delivery.
Soft Skills: Strategic thinking, decision-making, and adaptability to change.

IC-7

Principal

Experience

Strategic leader in frontend development.

Area of Responsibility

Shaping the technical direction, mentoring senior engineers, overseeing large projects.

Skills

Strategic Planning: Defining and implementing frontend strategies, architectural design.
Innovation: Proposing innovative solutions, optimizing frameworks and libraries.
Stakeholder Communication: Effectively interacting with product owners and management.
Soft Skills: High-level collaboration, influencing team direction, handling complex challenges.

IC-8

Tech Lead

Experience

Extensive experience in leading frontend projects and teams.

Area of Responsibility

Technical leadership, architecture design, and ensuring project alignment with company goals.

Skills

Technology Leadership: Guiding the team on technical implementations, making strategic tech decisions.
Code Quality: Establishing and maintaining coding standards, enforcing best practices.
CI/CD & DevOps: Expertise in infrastructure, server configuration, and deployment strategies.
Soft Skills: Effective delegation, inspiring and motivating the team, strategic decision-making.

M-8

Stream Owner

Experience

6–8 years of experience in product leadership roles. Manages a group of product teams (2–4 squads) aligned around a domain or customer journey.

Area of Responsibility

Owns strategic product delivery across a stream. Aligns execution with strategic goals, oversees multiple backlogs, and ensures consistent quality across teams.

Skills

Aligning product goals with organization's OKRs
Creating product vision and strategy
Managing and prioritizing product roadmap across teams
Supporting product execution across multiple squads
Mentoring and managing other PMs or POs
Planning the team structure, headcount, and skillset based on the business requirements
Teams resource management (planning, tracking, negotiating)
Leading rituals across teams, coordinating cross-team dependencies
Inspiring teams, managing upwards and sideways communication
Risk management at the stream level
Communicating trade-offs and status clearly to non-technical partners

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M-9

Head of Product

Experience

Owns full product line or business direction. Leads PMs, POs, and Product Leads. Balances delivery, strategy, and team development.

Area of Responsibility

Drives product direction, vision, and culture for a major business area. Partners with tech and business leadership to ensure alignment between strategy and execution.

Skills

Creating and communicating product vision and strategy
Aligning product direction with business model, P&L, and OKRs
Participating in hiring process (formulating job requirements, interviewing, feedback)
Developing marketing strategies for product launch
Positioning and messaging, value proposition creation
Planning headcount and roles across multiple squads
Managing and growing the product management team
Creating Business model, Unit Economics, P&L ownership
Ability to give and get constructive feedback
Mentoring senior PMs and Stream POs
Risk management and roadmap coordination at company level

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M-10

VP of Product Development

Experience

10+ years in product leadership. Drives product excellence across the organization. Responsible for outcomes, team health, and innovation strategy.

Area of Responsibility

Sets product vision and long-term strategy at company level. Leads product org structure, talent development, and alignment with executive goals.

Skills

Launching a product/project from scratch
Creating Business model and complete feasibility study
Defining product vision, strategy, and roadmap across business lines
Aligning product OKRs with company OKRs
Building and scaling product teams, including hiring and org design
Mentoring and managing senior product leaders
Building product culture and delivery rituals
Partnering with C-level across Product, Tech, Marketing, and Finance
Owning innovation pipeline, risk management, and portfolio prioritization
P&L accountability and monetization models oversight
Inspiring teams and representing product vision to external stakeholders

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M-8

Team Lead

Experience

Senior-level experience with a focus on leadership and team management.

Area of Responsibility

Managing the frontend team, ensuring project delivery, and aligning with stakeholders.

Skills

Project Management: Planning and coordinating tasks, prioritizing work for team members.
Team Development: Mentoring and coaching, organizing training sessions for skills enhancement.
Communication: Handling stakeholder expectations, managing team dynamics.
Leadership Skills: Decision-making, conflict resolution, and fostering a collaborative environment.

M-9

Head of Frontend

Experience

Extensive experience in both frontend development and leadership.

Area of Responsibility

Overseeing the entire frontend department, defining the vision, and driving strategic initiatives.

Skills

Strategic Leadership: Setting goals, driving innovation, and overseeing large-scale projects.
Process Improvement: Developing and implementing processes to improve team efficiency.
Hiring & Development: Building and growing the team, managing recruitment, and team development.
Executive Communication: Reporting to top management, presenting the department’s achievements and plans.

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Individual Contributor

Management

IC-1

Project Management Intern

Experience

Entry-level role for students or recent graduates. No prior professional experience required, but basic understanding of IT project environments is expected.

Area of Responsibility

Supports project and delivery managers with routine coordination tasks. Focuses on learning team processes and tools, preparing project documentation, and helping maintain operational rhythm.

Skills

Takes meeting notes, updates Confluence pages, supports knowledge base maintenance
Uses Jira (viewing boards, basic ticket navigation), Miro (view-only or feedback), Figma (commenting), Google Workspace
Helps coordinate team meetings, drafts agendas, sends follow-ups
Understands basic project stages and Agile terminology
Tracks simple tasks, gathers status updates, flags blockers
Open to feedback, asks clarifying questions, takes initiative to learn tools and workflows

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IC-2

Junior Project Manager

Experience

1+ year of experience in supporting IT project teams. Familiar with Agile/Scrum processes and internal collaboration tools.

Area of Responsibility

Supports project delivery by coordinating schedules, updating documentation, following up with stakeholders, and maintaining visibility on progress. Acts as the operational link between project managers and the team.

Skills

Actively updates project documentation in Confluence and supports backlog hygiene in Jira
Tracks action items, deadlines, and blockers across multiple initiatives
Prepares and maintains dashboards, timelines, and status reports
Helps organize grooming, planning, and retrospective sessions
Supports communication between cross-functional roles (developers, designers, analysts)
Understands dependencies, escalation logic, and basic risk-tracking
Uses Jira for backlog tracking, Confluence for documentation, Miro for workshop support, Figma for syncing with designers
Communicates clearly, follows up consistently, and ensures process transparency

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IC-3

Middle I - Project Manager

Experience

2–3+ years of project coordination or management experience in IT. Successfully delivered small to medium internal projects from planning to closure.

Area of Responsibility

Manages full delivery cycle for one or more initiatives. Owns planning, communication, execution tracking, and stakeholder alignment. Collaborates with cross-functional teams and ensures delivery within time and scope.

Skills

Builds project plans, manages backlog, and tracks deliverables in Jira
Facilitates daily standups, plannings, retros, demos
Prepares and leads syncs with product owners, engineers, analysts
Maintains Confluence documentation and timelines, manages risks and dependencies
Runs project reporting, supports capacity planning, and communicates progress to leads
Resolves blockers or escalates appropriately
Strong in team communication, expectation setting, and change handling

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IC-4

Middle II - Project Manager

Experience

3–5+ years in project management, delivering multi-team or cross-functional initiatives. Solid understanding of SDLC and Agile frameworks.

Area of Responsibility

Leads planning and execution of large projects or programs. Drives coordination across departments or domains. Accountable for project outcomes and stakeholder satisfaction.

Skills

Plans, scopes, and executes medium-to-large IT projects with multiple teams
Builds delivery roadmaps and milestone-based progress plans
Supports capacity planning, dependency mapping, and risk mitigation strategies
Aligns delivery across multiple backlogs and functional teams
Coordinates reviews, release planning, and rollout processes
Drives internal visibility through dashboards, metrics, and Miro boards
Ensures retrospectives lead to actionable improvements
Facilitates structured stakeholder communication (weekly/biweekly syncs, reports)

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IC-5

Senior I - Project Manager

Experience

5+ years of experience in managing complex projects or programs, preferably in a product-oriented or platform organization.

Area of Responsibility

Owns end-to-end delivery for critical, high-impact projects. Works with leadership to align outcomes, define delivery strategy, and manage change. Supports other PMs or junior coordinators.

Skills

Leads cross-stream initiatives with high visibility and tight alignment to business goals
Owns communication with senior stakeholders and team leads
Ensures risk frameworks, delivery controls, and reporting cadence are in place
Structures work breakdown into releases, milestones, and agile iterations
Supports mentorship and onboarding of newer PMs
Partners with product, engineering, design leads on sequencing and prioritization
Adapts project scope and processes to changing environments
Synthesizes progress across tools like Jira, Confluence, and Miro into clear outcomes

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IC-6

Senior II - Project Manager

Experience

7+ years in IT project/program management. Recognized as an expert in coordinating multiple initiatives and aligning delivery with organizational strategy.

Area of Responsibility

Owns program-level delivery involving several project streams or teams. Helps shape delivery processes at the department level. Acts as a strategic delivery partner to product and engineering leadership.

Skills

Leads multi-track programs involving multiple squads or verticals
Builds and owns program-level roadmaps, OKRs, and delivery frameworks
Partners with senior tech and product leaders to align delivery and strategic priorities
Coaches and supports a group of Project Managers
Standardizes reporting, risk management, and dependency control mechanisms
Oversees change management and stakeholder communication across org layers
Drives continuous improvement in project governance and rituals
Shapes department-level delivery practices and onboarding content

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IC-1

Trainee

Experience

Entry-level, little to no prior professional experience in frontend development.

Area of Responsibility

Learning and applying basic frontend concepts, writing simple components under supervision.

Skills

HTML/CSS: Understanding and using basic HTML elements and CSS styles.
JavaScript: Familiarity with basic JavaScript (ES6+) concepts.
Git: Basic version control operations, understanding of repositories.
Soft Skills: Effective communication, openness to feedback, willingness to learn and improve.

IC-2

Junior

Experience

More then 1 year of experience in frontend development.

Area of Responsibility

Developing small features, fixing bugs, and understanding project architecture.

Skills

HTML/CSS: Proficient in semantic HTML and CSS preprocessors (e.g., Sass).
JavaScript: Knowledge of ES6+, basic use of libraries like Vue.js or React.
Version Control: Confident use of Git, contributing to code reviews.
Soft Skills: Basic teamwork and communication, handling constructive criticism.

IC-3

Middle I

Experience

More then 2 years of solid frontend experience.

Area of Responsibility

Developing features independently, improving existing components, participating in code reviews.

Skills

JavaScript & Frameworks: Deep knowledge of ES6+, Vue.js ecosystem, understanding UI component libraries.
Coding Practices: Writing clean and maintainable code, understanding coding patterns and principles.
Infrastructure: Familiarity with build tools (Webpack, Babel) and CI/CD pipelines.
Soft Skills: Working well in a team, basic problem-solving and critical thinking.

IC-4

Middle II

Experience

More then 3 years of experience in frontend, capable of handling complex tasks.

Area of Responsibility

Leading feature implementation, optimizing performance, and mentoring juniors.

Skills

Advanced JavaScript: Mastery of core concepts, meta-frameworks, and server-side rendering (SSR).
Testing: Writing unit tests and understanding end-to-end testing frameworks.
Optimization: Improving load times, optimizing SEO, and handling responsive design challenges.
Soft Skills: Effective collaboration, taking initiative, and providing constructive feedback.

IC-5

Senior I

Experience

More then 4 years of frontend development experience.

Area of Responsibility

Designing and implementing complex systems, contributing to architectural decisions.

Skills

Architecture & Patterns: Understanding design patterns, OOP, and functional programming.
Security: Awareness of common vulnerabilities and how to mitigate them.
Performance Tuning: Deep understanding of browser performance and optimization.
Soft Skills: Strong communication, mentoring, and conflict resolution skills.

IC-6

Senior II

Experience

Recognized as an expert in frontend development.

Area of Responsibility

Driving project quality, ensuring best practices, leading codebase improvements.

Skills

Frontend Mastery: Proficient in multiple frameworks (Vue.js, React, Angular), full understanding of TypeScript.
Code Review & Testing: Leading code reviews, implementing automated testing strategies.
CI/CD & Infrastructure: Advanced setup and maintenance of continuous integration and delivery.
Soft Skills: Strategic thinking, decision-making, and adaptability to change.

IC-7

Principal

Experience

Strategic leader in frontend development.

Area of Responsibility

Shaping the technical direction, mentoring senior engineers, overseeing large projects.

Skills

Strategic Planning: Defining and implementing frontend strategies, architectural design.
Innovation: Proposing innovative solutions, optimizing frameworks and libraries.
Stakeholder Communication: Effectively interacting with product owners and management.
Soft Skills: High-level collaboration, influencing team direction, handling complex challenges.

IC-8

Tech Lead

Experience

Extensive experience in leading frontend projects and teams.

Area of Responsibility

Technical leadership, architecture design, and ensuring project alignment with company goals.

Skills

Technology Leadership: Guiding the team on technical implementations, making strategic tech decisions.
Code Quality: Establishing and maintaining coding standards, enforcing best practices.
CI/CD & DevOps: Expertise in infrastructure, server configuration, and deployment strategies.
Soft Skills: Effective delegation, inspiring and motivating the team, strategic decision-making.

M-7

Lead Project Manager

Experience

Leads delivery practices for a business unit or key product stream. Recognized delivery leader across the organization.

Area of Responsibility

Drives the delivery function within a major business or product domain. Owns team of Project Managers, mentors cross-team execution, and defines standards for planning, execution, and communication.

Skills

Leads strategic execution of all initiatives in a domain (e.g., platform, user-facing products)
Builds and scales delivery practices, documentation, tooling standards
Oversees hiring, training, and growth for project management team
Acts as escalation point for complex delivery conflicts and risks
Facilitates leadership decision-making with structured delivery input
Tracks and reports organizational throughput, delivery health, and process quality
Aligns delivery rituals and cadences across all teams in the stream
Works directly with Heads of Product, Tech, and Operations

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M-8

Head of PMO

Experience

Expert in organizational governance, scaling delivery operations, and aligning execution with company strategy.

Area of Responsibility

Owns the project management function at the company level. Defines, implements, and improves the standards, tools, reporting, and culture of delivery excellence. Ensures alignment between delivery and business goals across units.

Skills

Defines and evolves delivery frameworks across the company
Leads internal governance processes: delivery reviews, audits, OKR check-ins
Partners with C-level on strategic planning, investment prioritization, and forecasting
Owns portfolio reporting, delivery metrics, and risk analysis
Builds and manages PMO team (Project Coordinators, Senior PMs)
Establishes tooling policies (Jira structure, Confluence templates, Miro rituals)
Drives org-wide change management initiatives related to delivery
Represents delivery in strategic planning and execution alignment forums

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M-8

Team Lead

Experience

Senior-level experience with a focus on leadership and team management.

Area of Responsibility

Managing the frontend team, ensuring project delivery, and aligning with stakeholders.

Skills

Project Management: Planning and coordinating tasks, prioritizing work for team members.
Team Development: Mentoring and coaching, organizing training sessions for skills enhancement.
Communication: Handling stakeholder expectations, managing team dynamics.
Leadership Skills: Decision-making, conflict resolution, and fostering a collaborative environment.

M-9

Head of Frontend

Experience

Extensive experience in both frontend development and leadership.

Area of Responsibility

Overseeing the entire frontend department, defining the vision, and driving strategic initiatives.

Skills

Strategic Leadership: Setting goals, driving innovation, and overseeing large-scale projects.
Process Improvement: Developing and implementing processes to improve team efficiency.
Hiring & Development: Building and growing the team, managing recruitment, and team development.
Executive Communication: Reporting to top management, presenting the department’s achievements and plans.

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