Principal Product Manager, Payments Platform

San Mateo, CA / San Francisco, CA
Technology Development – Product Management /
Full Time /
On-site
About GoodLeap:
GoodLeap is a technology company delivering best-in-class financing and software products for sustainable solutions, from solar panels and batteries to energy-efficient HVAC, heat pumps, roofing, windows, and more. Over 1 million homeowners have benefited from our simple, fast, and frictionless technology that makes the adoption of these products more affordable, accessible, and easier to understand. Thousands of professionals deploying home efficiency and solar solutions rely on GoodLeap’s proprietary, AI-powered applications and developer tools to drive more transparent customer communication, deeper business intelligence, and streamlined payment and operations. Our platform has led to more than $27 billion in financing for sustainable solutions since 2018.
 
GoodLeap is also proud to support our award-winning nonprofit, GivePower, which is building and deploying life-saving water and clean electricity systems, changing the lives of more than 1.6 million people across Africa, Asia, and South America.

At Goodleap, we're driven by a relentless pursuit of innovation. Our passion lies in exploring the forefront of technology, identifying emerging opportunities, and creating solutions that tackle the challenges of tomorrow. Like a startup, we embrace an entrepreneurial mindset, pushing boundaries to bring our company into new territories and develop revolutionary products. 
 
We are seeking an experienced Principal Product Manager to join our Payments team. In this role, you will drive the strategic vision, roadmap, and execution of our payment solutions, leveraging the latest technology trends to deliver seamless and innovative payment experiences. As a key member of our product leadership team, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of payments in the fintech space. 

Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities

    • Lead the strategic direction and product roadmap for our Payments platform, focusing on delivering innovative and technology-driven solutions that meet the evolving needs of our customers. 
    • Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, including engineering, design, marketing, and business development, to deliver high-quality payment products and features on time and within budget. 
    • Conduct market research, competitive analysis, and customer feedback to identify opportunities for product innovation and differentiation.
    • Define and prioritize product requirements based on market trends, customer needs, and business objectives.
    • Champion a customer-centric approach to product development, ensuring that user feedback and insights are incorporated into the product roadmap and decision-making process.
    • Drive product launches, including go-to-market strategies, user education, and post-launch analysis.
    • Establish and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure the success and impact of payment products, iterating and optimizing as needed.
    • Stay informed about industry trends, emerging technologies, and regulatory changes related to payments, and leverage this knowledge to inform product strategy.

Required Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities

    • 10+ years of product management experience, with a proven track record of successfully building, leading, and launching complex payment and fintech products from concept to launch. 
    • Deep understanding of payment technologies, systems, and processes, including experience with multi-tenant SaaS services tailored for the Enterprise. 
    • Strong analytical skills and data-driven decision-making abilities, with experience using metrics and KPIs to drive product strategy and optimization. 
    • Define and measure KPIs for product launch adoption and performance. You have a track record of quantifiable impact. 
    • Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and interact with both internal and external stakeholders at all levels. 
    • Passion for technology and innovation, with a desire to leverage the latest trends and advancements to drive product excellence. 
    • Demonstrated ability to work independently. You can lay out a short-term and a long-term roadmap founded by data and strategy. Ability to operate both strategically and dive into details. 
    • Embrace an entrepreneurial spirit, skilled at scaling new products from scratch and thriving in ambiguity. You relish the opportunity to build from the ground up. You have a can-do, dive-in, roll-up-your-sleeves attitude. 
    • Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Engineering, or a related field. 
$170,000 - $230,000 a year
In addition to the above salary, this role may be eligible for a bonus and equity.


Additional Information Regarding Job Duties and Job Descriptions:

Job duties include additional responsibilities as assigned by one's supervisor or other managers related to the position/department. This job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; it is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and other skills required for the position. The Company reserves the right at any time with or without notice to alter or change job responsibilities, reassign or transfer job position or assign additional job responsibilities, subject to applicable law. The Company shall provide reasonable accommodations of known disabilities to enable a qualified applicant or employee to apply for employment, perform the essential functions of the job, or enjoy the benefits and privileges of employment as required by the law.

If you are an extraordinary professional who thrives in a collaborative work culture and values a rewarding career, then we want to work with you!  Apply today!