Lead API Product Manager
About the Role:
We are looking for a seasoned Lead API Product Manager to drive the strategic growth of our Card Issuing API offering. In this high-impact role, you will lead a team of product managers and work closely with engineering and business stakeholders to deliver scalable, high-performing API products. You will play a key role in defining the product vision, ensuring seamless execution, and driving alignment across teams as we continue to scale.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop and execute a strategic roadmap for the Card Issuing API, ensuring alignment with business objectives and user needs.
- Lead, mentor, and grow a high-performing team of product managers, fostering a culture of collaboration and innovation.
- Partner with engineering teams to build API capabilities that balance technical feasibility with business priorities.
- Advocate for best practices in API usability and developer experience, ensuring high-quality documentation and intuitive functionality.
- Drive cross-team collaboration to improve processes, enhance efficiency, and deliver initiatives effectively.
- Take an active role in product development, from defining requirements to reviewing technical solutions and ensuring successful launches.
- Provide strategic insights and updates to leadership and key stakeholders.
What We’re Looking For:
- Proven experience leading product teams and scaling API-first products in fast-paced environments.
- Strong strategic mindset, with the ability to define and execute a compelling product vision.
- Excellent leadership and mentoring skills, fostering team growth and collaboration.
- Deep understanding of API development, usability, and best practices.
- Strong communication and stakeholder management abilities, with experience aligning teams across functions.
- Ability to thrive in high-growth environments and adapt to evolving challenges.
- Fluent in English.
Bonus Points:
- Experience or strong interest in Web3 and Fintech.
- Background in Software Engineering or equivalent technical expertise.
- A collaborative, team-oriented mindset with a proactive approach.
This is an exciting opportunity to take ownership of a growing API product and make a significant impact within a scaling organization. If you're passionate about building world-class API products and leading high-performing teams, we’d love to hear from you!