Senior Fintech Product Manager

Placements24; Gqeberha; Híbrido; ZAR 1.200.000 - 2.000.000; Tempo integral

Benefícios oferecidos por esta vaga

Competitive salary

Stock options

Comprehensive benefits

Remote work stipend

Flexible hours

Unlimited PTO

Career growth

Resumo da vaga

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Fintech Product Manager for a remote-first role with a fast-growing fintech startup. You will own end-to-end product lifecycle for digital banking and payments, collaborating with engineering, design, marketing and data science teams.

The role requires 5+ years in fintech product management, deep digital banking knowledge, and strong stakeholder management. You will drive strategy, roadmaps, and translate market opportunities into impactful features in a remote,

Qualificações

• 5+ years of experience in product management, with a strong focus on fintech or digital banking.
• Proven track record of launching and scaling digital products.
• Deep understanding of fintech landscape: payments, lending, digital banking.
• Experience with Agile methodologies and product development frameworks.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving and strategic-thinking skills.
• Strong communication, presentation and interpersonal skills.

Responsabilidades

• Define and drive the product vision, strategy, and roadmap for digital banking and payments products.
• Conduct market research, competitive analysis, and user research to identify new product opportunities and requirements.
• Translate product strategy into detailed product specifications, user stories, and prototypes.
• Collaborate with engineering to oversee development and timely delivery of high-quality products.
• Work with marketing and sales to develop go-to-market strategies and launches.
• Monitor product performance, gather user feedback, and iterate on features for improvement.
• Manage stakeholder expectations and communicate product updates across the organization.
• Stay abreast of fintech trends, regulatory changes, and emerging technologies.

Conhecimentos

Product management

Fintech / digital banking

Stakeholder management

Strategic thinking

Analytical skills

Formação

Bachelor's degree in Business, Computer Science, Engineering, or related

MBA or equivalent experience preferred

Ferramentas

Agile product development frameworks

Descrição da vaga

About the Role

Our client, a rapidly growing fintech startup with a global reach, is seeking an experienced Senior Fintech Product Manager to join their innovative, fully remote team. This role is ideal for a visionary leader passionate about shaping the future of financial technology. You will be responsible for the end-to-end product lifecycle, from ideation and strategy development to launch and iteration, focusing on developing cutting-edge digital banking solutions. Working collaboratively with engineering, design, marketing, and data science teams, you will translate complex user needs and market opportunities into successful product features. This is a remote-first position, demanding excellent communication, collaboration, and self-discipline. If you thrive in a fast-paced, agile environment and are adept at driving product innovation in the financial sector, this is the perfect opportunity for you to make a significant impact.

Key Responsibilities

• Define and drive the product vision, strategy, and roadmap for digital banking and payments products.
• Conduct market research, competitive analysis, and user research to identify new product opportunities and requirements.
• Translate product strategy into detailed product specifications, user stories, and prototypes.
• Collaborate closely with engineering teams to oversee the development and timely delivery of high-quality products.
• Work with marketing and sales teams to develop go-to-market strategies and ensure successful product launches.
• Monitor product performance, gather user feedback, and iterate on features to drive continuous improvement and user satisfaction.
• Manage stakeholder expectations and communicate product updates effectively across the organization.
• Stay abreast of fintech trends, regulatory changes, and emerging technologies.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field; MBA or equivalent experience preferred.
• 5+ years of experience in product management, with a strong focus on financial technology (Fintech) or digital banking.
• Proven track record of successfully launching and scaling digital products.
• Deep understanding of the fintech landscape, including payments, lending, and digital banking.
• Experience with Agile methodologies and product development frameworks.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and strategic thinking skills.
• Strong communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to thrive in a fully remote, fast-paced, and collaborative startup environment.
• Familiarity with UX/UI principles and user-centered design.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and stock options package.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Generous remote work stipend for home office setup.
• Flexible working hours and a strong emphasis on work-life balance.
• Unlimited paid time off.
• Opportunities for rapid career growth and professional development.
• Collaborative and inclusive remote work culture.
• Regular virtual team events and social activities.