Product Manager

MERIT Beauty; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Salary

Medical, Dental and Vision benefits

Equity ownership stake

Flexible vacation policy

Company-sponsored outings

Job summary

MERIT Beauty in San Francisco is seeking an experienced Product Manager to define product vision and strategy while collaborating with cross-functional teams. You will conduct market research and develop a product roadmap while managing stakeholder expectations.

The ideal candidate has strong experience in product management, is familiar with Agile methodologies, and holds a Bachelor's degree in Business or related fields. Join us for a competitive salary, equity, and flexible vacation policy, as we create a new credit system.

Qualifications

• 3-5+ years of experience in product management, with a strong foundation in engineering or a technical role.
• Proven track record of launching successful products.
• Hands-on experience collaborating with engineering teams and translating technical concepts into actionable product plans.
• Strong understanding of product lifecycle management, Agile methodologies, and technical development processes.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and stakeholder management skills.
• Analytical mindset with experience in data-driven decision-making.
• Ability to work effectively with engineering teams and understand technical concepts.
• Familiarity with tools like Jira, Confluence, and analytics platforms.

Responsibilities

• Define and articulate a clear product vision and strategy aligned with company goals.
• Conduct market research, competitor analysis, and user feedback to identify opportunities.
• Develop and maintain a detailed product roadmap.
• Prioritize features and initiatives based on business value, user impact, and technical feasibility.
• Work closely with engineering, design, and other teams to translate requirements into detailed product specifications.
• Act as the main point of contact for all stakeholders regarding product development and updates.
• Oversee the product lifecycle from concept to launch and beyond.
• Track and measure product performance using key metrics and iterate based on data-driven insights.
• Champion the voice of the customer and ensure a user-first mindset throughout the development process.
• Conduct usability testing and gather feedback to inform product improvements.

Job description

Who We Are

As seen on TechCrunch, Forbes, and Bloomberg, join one of fastest growing areas in FinTech by taking on the credit system.

Work directly with one of Inc.’s top female founders and learn from some of the most talented people in the industry. Headquartered in San Francisco, Tomo’s mission is to replace the outdated credit system and open access to banking.

We value passionate, down to earth, “can do” people who enjoy fine‑tuning small details, without losing sight of the big picture. We are looking for someone who is driven to get things done and views obstacles as an exciting challenge that demands a creative solution. You are a self‑starter with a high degree of rigor, organization, and discipline to get things done. Above all else, this role requires someone who takes great pride in their work and is inspired and motivated by their role in improving the way millions of people build their financial future.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Define and articulate a clear product vision and strategy aligned with company goals.
2. Conduct market research, competitor analysis, and user feedback to identify opportunities.
3. Develop and maintain a detailed product roadmap.
4. Prioritize features and initiatives based on business value, user impact, and technical feasibility.
5. Work closely with engineering, design, and other teams to translate requirements into detailed product specifications.
6. Act as the main point of contact for all stakeholders regarding product development and updates.
7. Oversee the product lifecycle from concept to launch and beyond.
8. Track and measure product performance using key metrics and iterate based on data‑driven insights.
9. Champion the voice of the customer and ensure a user‑first mindset throughout the development process.
10. Conduct usability testing and gather feedback to inform product improvements.

Qualifications:

1. 3-5+ years of experience in product management, with a strong foundation in engineering or a technical role.
2. Proven track record of launching successful products.
3. Hands‑on experience collaborating with engineering teams and translating technical concepts into actionable product plans.
4. Strong understanding of product lifecycle management, Agile methodologies, and technical development processes.
5. Excellent communication, presentation, and stakeholder management skills.
6. Analytical mindset with experience in data‑driven decision‑making.
7. Ability to work effectively with engineering teams and understand technical concepts.
8. Familiarity with tools like Jira, Confluence, and analytics platforms (e.g., Google Analytics, Mixpanel).

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field (MBA is a plus).

Soft Skills:

• Being able to adapt and thrive in fast‑paced startup environments
• Strong problem‑solving abilities and a bias for action.
• Team player with a collaborative mindset.

Why TomoCredit?

Make a huge impact on the future of credit. Be mentored by some of the most seasoned FinTech executives from Square, Lending Club, and American Express, or build your own path. We want people to build their career here because they love the people they work with. Help contribute and build a strong culture because that’s what we care about. That’s why we have generous benefits: Salary, Equity, Insurance, Flexible Vacation Policy and Company‑sponsored outings are just a few great things Tomo has to offer. We’re also pet friendly!

• Competitive Salary
• Insurance: Medical, Dental and Vision benefits.
• Equity: We're growing rapidly, and we want to share our future success/ financial upside with you. We offer an above‑average ownership stake in TomoCredit for all employees.
• Flexible vacation policy. We trust that you know how to manage your time wisely so you can finish your work on time without burnout. Within that trust, we offer a flexible vacation policy.
• Company-sponsored outings. This is the best outlet to get to know each other outside work.

At Tomo diversity is important to us so all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regards to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.