Project / Product Manager

Jobgether; Switzerland; Remote; CHF 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote work

Flexible working hours

19 business days PTO

International exposure

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Jobgether is seeking an experienced Project / Product Manager to drive financial technology solutions in a remote-first, international setting. You will own the product lifecycle from MVP to full-scale launch, align roadmaps with business aims, and lead a cross-functional team closely with technical and senior stakeholders.

This role demands strategic vision coupled with hands-on execution, with a strong emphasis on delivery, performance metrics, and continuous improvement in a fintech

Qualifications

• 4+ years in Project/Product Management or equivalent leadership in tech.
• Experience taking digital fintech products from MVP to launch and scale.
• Strong SDLC and Agile practices; experienced with modern product development.
• Proven ability to manage roadmaps, priorities, milestones, KPIs, and deliverables.
• Proficient with Jira/Confluence for documentation and collaboration.
• Ability to balance long-term strategy with hands-on execution.
• Excellent leadership, communication with senior stakeholders and technical teams.
• Fintech/payments knowledge is highly valuable.
• Knowledge of Ukrainian or Russian is an added advantage.

Responsibilities

• Take full ownership of the product lifecycle from MVP to release and optimization.
• Lead cross-functional teams; optimize capacity to meet product needs.
• Monitor performance, optimize workload, and ensure clear responsibilities.
• Define and maintain the product roadmap aligned with strategy and market.
• Plan and manage timelines, dependencies, risks, and resources.
• Collaborate with leadership to set priorities and communicate strategy.
• Lead regular meetings, sprint reviews, and planning sessions.
• Oversee product testing and quality assurance; ensure requirements are met.
• Gather user feedback post-launch and plan future enhancements.

Skills

Cross-functional leadership

Agile methodologies

SDLC knowledge

Stakeholder management

Product lifecycle management

MVP to launch

Project coordination

Team motivation

Tools

Jira

Confluence

Job description

This position is listed on behalf of a partner company, who manages all applications and next steps. Our partner is looking for a Project / Product Manager based in Switzerland.

We are seeking an experienced Project / Product Manager to lead the development and delivery of innovative financial technology solutions within a fast-growing fintech environment. In this role, you will take end-to-end ownership of the product lifecycle, guiding an established cross-functional team from the MVP stage through to a full-scale product launch. You will define and manage the product roadmap, align development priorities with business objectives, and ensure optimal team structure and resource allocation. Working closely with technical teams and senior stakeholders, you will combine strategic product vision with hands-on project execution to deliver scalable, high-quality solutions. You will also oversee operational processes, monitor performance, and drive continuous product improvement after launch. This is an excellent opportunity to influence product strategy, lead talented professionals, and contribute to the evolution of digital payment and financial technology solutions in an international, remote-first environment.

Accountabilities:

• Take full ownership of the product lifecycle, overseeing all stages from MVP development and team coordination to full product release and ongoing optimization.
• Lead and manage cross-functional teams, ensuring the right team composition, size, and capacity to meet product requirements and business objectives.
• Monitor team performance, identify resource gaps, optimize workload distribution, and ensure efficient allocation of responsibilities.
• Establish effective collaboration processes, promote accountability, and foster a productive and supportive team culture.
• Define, develop, and maintain the product roadmap, ensuring alignment with business strategy, customer needs, and market opportunities.
• Drive product development from the MVP stage to a fully scalable solution, ensuring milestones and deliverables are achieved.
• Conduct market research, competitor analysis, and business assessments to support product strategy and informed decision-making.
• Define product goals, success criteria, KPIs, and key deliverables to measure progress and evaluate overall performance.
• Plan, prioritize, and monitor project activities, managing timelines, dependencies, risks, and resources to ensure successful and timely delivery.
• Maintain clear and structured project documentation using tools such as Jira, Confluence, or similar platforms.
• Oversee day-to-day operational activities and continuously improve processes to support product development and business growth.
• Collaborate with senior leadership and relevant stakeholders to establish priorities, align expectations, and communicate product strategy.
• Lead regular team meetings, sprint reviews, retrospectives, and planning sessions to maintain transparency and ensure continuous improvement.
• Provide clear and consistent updates on project progress, potential risks, challenges, and achieved results.
• Oversee product testing and quality assurance activities, ensuring solutions meet functional requirements and quality standards.
• Support products after launch by gathering user feedback, identifying improvement opportunities, and planning future development initiatives.
• Monitor product performance metrics, evaluate adoption, and implement optimization strategies to improve user experience and business outcomes.

Requirements:

• At least 4 years of professional experience as a Project Manager, Product Manager, or in a comparable leadership role within the technology industry.
• Proven experience managing, coordinating, and optimizing cross-functional teams, including resource planning and workload management.
• Demonstrated success in taking digital products from the MVP stage through development, launch, and subsequent scaling.
• Strong understanding of the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC), Agile methodologies, and modern product development practices.
• Experience with business analysis, requirements gathering, product planning, and translating business needs into actionable development tasks.
• Strong knowledge of project management and product management principles, including roadmap development, prioritization, milestone tracking, and KPI definition.
• Practical experience using project management and documentation tools such as Jira, Confluence, or equivalent platforms.
• Ability to balance long-term strategic product vision with hands‑on operational responsibilities and day‑to‑day execution.
• Strong leadership and team management skills, with the ability to motivate professionals, resolve challenges, and encourage effective collaboration.
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills, including the ability to engage with senior leadership and technical teams.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving abilities, with a structured approach to identifying risks, managing dependencies, and making informed decisions.
• High level of autonomy, accountability, and organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a remote working environment.
• Experience in fintech or financial services, particularly in payments, banking, compliance, KYC/KYB, card issuing, or related areas, is highly valuable.
• Knowledge of Ukrainian or Russian is an additional advantage.

Benefits:

• Competitive compensation: Receive a competitive salary package tailored to your professional experience, skills, and qualifications.
• Fully remote work: Work from any location of your choice within the eligible European regions, including the EEA, the UK, Switzerland, and other approved European countries.
• Flexible working hours: Organize your working schedule with flexibility, provided you maintain availability and collaboration within the Central European Time (CET) zone.
• Paid time off: Enjoy 19 business days of flexible paid annual leave.
• Supportive work culture: Become part of a friendly, collaborative, and values-driven environment that encourages professional development and teamwork.
• International exposure: Collaborate with professionals across different countries and contribute to innovative financial technology projects.
• Professional development: Participate in industry conferences, professional events, and community initiatives as both an attendee and contributor.
• Efficient organizational structure: Benefit from a matrix organizational model designed to improve communication, reduce organizational barriers, and encourage faster decision-making.
• Career growth: Develop your leadership, product management, and technical expertise while working on innovative solutions in the fintech industry.
• Meaningful impact: Take ownership of important product initiatives and directly contribute to the development of modern payment and financial technology solutions.