Principal Product Manager, Payment Platform

Shift4 is boldly redefining commerce by simplifying complex payments ecosystems across the world. As the leader in commerce-enabling technology, Shift4 powers billions of transactions annually for hundreds of thousands of businesses in virtually every industry.

Shift4 is in search of a strategic and outcome-focused Principal Product Manager to spearhead our US payments platform and steer the strategic trajectory of our payment products. We are seeking an individual who is driven by results and will be tasked with aligning our payments strategy with business.

This role is onsite and can be based at any of the following Shift4 locations: Tampa, FL / Atlanta, GA / Center Valley, PA. Relocation assistance may be available.

Responsibilities:

• Strategic Alignment: Define and drive the strategic direction of our payments division, aligning with company goals and market opportunities. Develop a clear vision and roadmap for our payment products and platform, ensuring alignment with stakeholders across the organization.
• Roadmap Creation and Execution: Create and execute comprehensive product roadmaps for our payment products, outlining key initiatives, features, and milestones. Lead cross-functional teams in executing roadmap initiatives, ensuring timely delivery and alignment with business priorities.
• New Payment Product Delivery: Lead the development and delivery of new payment products and features, from concept to launch. Collaborate closely with product managers, engineers, designers, and other stakeholders to define product requirements, prioritize features, and drive product development efforts.
• Technical Leadership: Provide technical leadership and guidance to the payments team, leveraging your expertise in payments technology, infrastructure, and security. Stay informed about emerging technologies and industry trends, and drive innovation and technical excellence within the organization.
• Team Leadership and Development: Lead, mentor, objectives, crafting and implementing product roadmaps, introducing new payment products, and broadening our platform's reach to encompass new markets and use cases. This position calls for a visionary leader and strong execution with extensive expertise in payments technology, product management, and a proven track record of delivering tangible results.
• Stakeholder Management: Build strong relationships and partnerships with internal and external stakeholders, including senior leadership, partners, and customers. Communicate effectively and advocate for the value of payments technology and user experience in driving business success.

Qualifications:

• 8 years of experience in technical product management roles, with a focus on payments technology and user experience.
• Deep understanding of payments technology, including payment processing, card networks, digital wallets, and security standards.
• Proven track record of successfully leading technical product initiatives from concept to launch, delivering innovative solutions that drive business growth and customer satisfaction.
• Strong technical background and proficiency in software development methodologies, tools, and technologies.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to inspire and influence stakeholders at all levels of the organization.
• Experience working in agile, fast-paced environments and leading cross-functional teams to achieve shared goals and objectives.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.