Flexible HoursComprehensive HealthcareUnlimited PTOLearning & Development BudgetCollaborative
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Who are we?
At Finastra, we’re a global leader in financial services software, dedicated to expanding access to financial services and shaping what’s next for the industry. Our technology powers mission‑critical solutions across Lending, Payments and Universal Banking, supporting over 7,000 customers, including 80% of the world’s top 50 banks, in more than 110 countries.
We are seeking a dynamic Senior Product Manager & Owner to lead the Payments Innovation Roadmap, owning both product strategy and end‑to‑end execution. This role is responsible for shaping the future of payments by staying ahead of market innovation and emerging technologies, identifying and driving new growth opportunities, and delivering differentiated capabilities across Payment UI transformation, chatbot and conversational AI technologies, and stablecoin / digital currency deployments.
This leader will oversee the planning and execution of critical innovation rollouts, partnering closely with engineering, design, data, operations, compliance, and business stakeholders to deliver scalable, secure, and customer‑centric payment solutions.
Key Responsibilities
Product Strategy, Vision & Market Innovation
Define and own the Payments Innovation product vision and multi‑year roadmap, aligned with business strategy, customer needs, and market opportunities
Stay at the forefront of innovation in the payments and fintech landscape, including real‑time payments, embedded finance, AI‑driven experiences, blockchain, stablecoins, and emerging digital assets
Continuously research market trends, competitor offerings, fintech disruptors, and evolving customer expectations to inform product strategy
Identify, evaluate, and size new growth opportunities, including new features, platforms, partnerships, and monetization models
Translate market insights and research into actionable product concepts, business cases, and prioritized roadmap initiatives
Act as a thought leader and internal evangelist for payments innovation and technology advancement
Product Ownership & Delivery Execution
Serve as the Product Owner for payments innovation initiatives, owning the backlog from ideation through delivery
Define and prioritize epics, features, and user stories that align to strategic objectives and deliver measurable customer and business value
Lead quarterly planning, PI planning, backlog refinement, sprint planning, and release execution
Oversee the planning and execution of critical innovation rollouts across multiple products and platforms
Balance scope, timeline, risk, and value to ensure on‑time, high‑quality delivery of innovation initiatives
Example Innovation Areas but not limited: * Payment UI / UX Transformation: Drive modernization of payment experiences to improve usability, adoption, and scalability
Stablecoin & Digital Currency Deployments: Lead exploration, pilots, and rollouts of stablecoin‑based and digital payment solutions, ensuring regulatory and operational readiness
Cross‑Functional Leadership & Collaboration
Serve as the single point of accountability across business, technology, design, and operations
Partner with Engineering and Architecture to deliver secure, scalable, and compliant solutions
Collaborate with UX, Data, and AI teams to create human‑centered, insight‑driven experiences
Engage Risk, Legal, and Compliance teams to support emerging payment technologies and digital assets
Communicate product vision, roadmap, and outcomes to senior leaders and executives
Present data‑driven insights and business cases to inform investment decisions and drive alignment
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Required Qualifications
5+ years of experience in Product Management, Product Ownership, or related roles, preferably in Payments, FinTech, or Financial Services
Proven experience owning both product strategy and delivery execution in complex, regulated environments
Strong knowledge of digital payments ecosystems, UI/UX transformation, conversational AI, and emerging payment technologies
Hands‑on experience working with Agile / Scrum teams as a Product Owner
Experience leading payment modernization or innovation programs
Exposure to stablecoin pilots, digital wallets, blockchain, or digital asset platforms
Background working with AI‑driven customer engagement or automation technologies
MBA or advanced degree in Business, Technology, or a related field
Key Skills & Competencies
Strategic thinker with strong execution discipline
Market‑driven innovation mindset
Excellent stakeholder management and executive communication
Data‑driven decision making
Ability to lead through ambiguity and scale innovation from concept to production
We are proud to offer a range of incentives to our employees worldwide. These benefits are available to everyone, regardless of grade, and reflect the values we uphold:
· Flexibility: Enjoy unlimited vacation, based on your location and business priorities. Hybrid working arrangements, and inclusive policies such as paid time off for voting, bereavement, and sick leave.
· Well-being: Access Confidential one-on-one therapy through our Employee Assistance Program, find support from our network of Wellbeing Champions and Gather Groups, and a calendar of monthly events and initiatives designed to help you thrive - Inside and Outside of work.
· Medical, life & disability insurance, retirement plan, lifestyle and other benefits*
· Sustainability: Benefit from paid time off for volunteering and donation matching.
· DEI: Participate in multiple DE&I groups for open involvement (e.g., Count Me In, Culture@Finastra, Proud@Finastra, Disabilities@Finastra, Women@Finastra).
· Career Development: Access online learning and accredited courses through our Skills & Career Navigator tool.
· Recognition: Be part of our global recognition program, Finastra Celebrates, and contribute to regular employee surveys to help shape Finastra and foster a culture where everyone is engaged and empowered to perform at their best.
*Specific benefits may vary by location.
At Finastra, each individual is unique, bringing their own ideas, thoughts, cultural beliefs, backgrounds, and experiences together. We learn from one another, embrace and celebrate our differences, and create an environment where everyone feels safe to be themselves.
Be unique, be exceptional, and help us make a difference at Finastra!
