Vice President, Product Management

Catalis, LLC; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 180,000 - 250,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Unlimited PTO

401(k) with matching

Parental leave

Udemy courses

Job summary

Catalis, LLC, a leading government SaaS and integrated payments provider, seeks a Vice President, Product Management in Payments to guide product lifecycle from ideation to launch and beyond. You will lead market research, define strategy, and prioritize the backlog in collaboration with engineering, operations, and sales.

You will ensure regulatory compliance, drive go-to-market initiatives, and monitor KPIs to optimize product performance across government sectors.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business, CS, engineering, or related field; MBA or equivalent experience preferred.
• 7+ years as a product manager in payments or related field.
• Strong understanding of payment processing technologies (card networks, wallets, gateways).
• Experience with agile development and tools such as JIRA or Trello.
• Excellent analytical, communication, and interpersonal skills; ability to influence stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Conduct market research to understand trends, competition, and customer needs in payments.
• Develop and maintain product strategy aligned with goals; define roadmap and prioritize features.
• Collaborate with engineering, operations, finance, marketing, client success, sales, and account management.
• Lead end-to-end product development from concept to launch, including user stories and sprints.
• Drive launches with go-to-market plans and promotional materials.
• Monitor product KPIs and performance for continuous improvement.
• Communicate vision and progress to executives and stakeholders; engage customers and partners for feedback.
• Stay up-to-date with regulatory requirements in the payments industry.

Skills

Market research

Payments knowledge

Agile methods

JIRA/Trello

Analytics

Communication

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in business/CS/engineering or related field

Tools

JIRA

Trello

Job description

Description

Catalis is a leading government Software as a Service (SaaS) and integrated payments provider, powering a wide range of government operations at the municipal, county, state, and federal levels. Our innovative solutions are designed to streamline processes, enhance efficiency, and improve the delivery of government services to the public. At Catalis, we are committed to leveraging technology to make government interactions simpler, faster, and more accessible.

Who We Are

Catalis is a leading government Software as a Service (SaaS) and integrated payments provider, powering a wide range of government operations at the municipal, county, state, and federal levels. Our innovative solutions are designed to streamline processes, enhance efficiency, and improve the delivery of government services to the public. At Catalis, we are committed to leveraging technology to make government interactions simpler, faster, and more accessible.

The Opportunity

As Vice President, Product Management in the Payments vertical, you will play a crucial role in the development, enhancement, and management of our products and solutions. You will be responsible for understanding market needs, identifying opportunities, and driving the development of innovative solutions that meet customer requirements and business objectives. Collaborating with cross-functional teams, including engineering, operations, finance, marketing, client success, account management, and sales, you will guide the product lifecycle from ideation to launch and beyond.

What You Will Do

Market Research and Analysis:

• · Conduct market research to understand industry trends, competitive landscape, and customer needs in the payments sector.
• · Analyze market data and customer feedback to identify opportunities for product innovation and improvement.

Product Strategy and Roadmap:

• · Develop and maintain a product strategy aligned with business goals and market demands.
• · Define the product roadmap, prioritize features, and manage the product backlog based on business value and customer impact.
• · Partner with the development organization to create processes around prioritization of the backlog and addition of items to the roadmap
• · Track progress against our roadmap commitments

Cross-functional Collaboration:

• · Collaborate with engineering, operations, finance, marketing, client success, account management, and sales teams to define product requirements and ensure alignment with overall company objectives.
• · Work closely with engineering teams to ensure timely and successful product delivery.

Product Development and Execution:

• · Lead the end-to-end product development process, from concept to launch, including defining product specifications, creating user stories, and overseeing development sprints.
• · Drive product launches, including coordinating with marketing and sales teams to develop go-to-market strategies, messaging, and promotional materials.

Product Performance and Optimization:

• · Monitor product performance metrics and key performance indicators (KPIs) to track success and identify areas for improvement.

Stakeholder Management:

• · Communicate product vision, strategy, and progress to internal stakeholders, including executives, team members, and other relevant departments.
• · Act as the primary point of contact for external stakeholders, including customers and partners, to gather feedback and insights.

Regulatory Compliance:

• · Stay up-to-date with relevant regulations and compliance requirements in the payments industry.
• · Ensure that products and services comply with industry standards and regulatory guidelines.

What You Will Need to Succeed

• Bachelor's degree in business, computer science, engineering, or related field; MBA or equivalent experience preferred.
• Proven experience 7+ years as a product manager in the payments industry or related field.
• Strong understanding of payment processing technologies, including card networks, digital wallets, and payment gateways.
• Experience with agile development methodologies and tools such as JIRA or Trello.
• Excellent analytical skills with the ability to interpret data and make data-driven decisions.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across teams and influence stakeholders.
• Strong project management skills with the ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Knowledge of regulatory requirements and compliance standards in the payments industry is a plus.

What we Offer

· A dynamic and supportive work environment in a mission driven organization

· Competitive salary and benefits package, including health, dental, vision insurance

· Unlimited PTO (paid time off)

· HSA and FSA options

· 401(k) plan with matching contributions

· Paid parental leave

· ABLE matching contributions for the disability community

· Employer paid short term and long-term disability insurance and group term life insurance

· Financial and legal assistance through our EAP (Employee Assistance Program)

· Opportunities for personal development and career advancement with free access to unlimited courses via Udemy

· The chance to make a significant impact on the delivery of government services and the lives of citizens

EEO Statement

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity. We are committed to an inclusive environment for all. All candidates will be considered based on qualifications, merit, and business needs without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, non-qualifying mental or physical disability, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.