Proven ability to lead the end-to-end product lifecycle, from strategy and roadmap definition to execution and scaling. Experienced in working closely with engineering, compliance, and commercial teams to deliver innovative payment products that meet regulatory requirements while driving user adoption and revenue growth.
Strong background in payment rails, card programs (issuing and processing), wallet ecosystems, and fintech integrations, with the ability to translate complex technical capabilities into customer-centric financial products. Skilled at defining product strategy, managing cross-functional teams, and building high-impact fintech platforms in fast-paced environments.
Job Description:
Head of Product – Key Responsibilities
1. Product Strategy
Define and lead the overall product strategy aligned with the company’s business objectives.
Build and maintain the product roadmap for payments, card issuing, and digital wallet solutions.
Identify market opportunities and product gaps within the fintech ecosystem.
Conduct competitive and market benchmarking to ensure the company’s products remain innovative and competitive.
Prioritize product initiatives based on customer needs, business impact, and technical feasibility.
2. Product Development & Execution (Hands-on)
Lead the end-to-end product lifecycle, from discovery and design to development, launch, and iteration.
Work hands-on with engineering teams to define product requirements, technical specifications, and solution architecture.
Actively participate in product discovery, feature definition, and backlog prioritization.
Translate business needs into clear technical requirements and product documentation.
Support teams in solving complex product and technical challenges related to payments, card issuing, and wallet infrastructure.
3. Team Leadership
Lead and mentor the Product Management team, including Product Managers and Product Owners.
Foster a data-driven and customer-centric product culture.
Work cross-functionally with Engineering, Compliance, Risk, Operations, and Commercial teams to ensure effective product delivery.
4. Payments Ecosystem & Infrastructure
Define the strategy for integrations with payment processors, card networks (Visa, Mastercard), sponsor banks, and fintech infrastructure providers.
Lead the development of card issuing platforms, wallet infrastructure, and payment capabilities.
Ensure product architecture supports scalability, modularity, and API-first design.
5. Innovation & Technology Vision
Stay ahead of emerging fintech trends and technologies, including real-time payments, open banking, tokenization, and embedded finance.
Promote the development of scalable, modular fintech platforms capable of supporting international expansion.
Identify and drive new capabilities and product innovations within the payments ecosystem.
Transnetwork is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.