Job Description: Senior Product Manager, Payments Platform Location:Remote, South Africa Company:WCT Pay Experience:5 years +About Us: A WCT Pay is on a mission to create a world-class, global fintech payments product that redefines how businesses and consumers engage with cryptocurrency. We are building solutions that combine cutting-edge technology with seamless user experiences. To achieve this vision, we are seeking a detail orientatedSenior Product Managerto join our dynamic team.Role Overview: We are seeking an experienced Product Manager to lead our payments platform transformation and in-house technology development. In this strategic role, you will oversee our mission-critical initiative to internalize our payments technology while ensuring continuous delivery of world-class payment solutions to our customers, including strategic modernisation of our existing systems.Technical Environment: Our evolving payments infrastructure combines existing systems with modern cloud and serverless technologies: ·Cloud Infrastructure: Built on AWS, utilising both serverless and container-based architectures for optimal scalability and performance ·Development Stack: Polyglot environment leveraging multiple programming languages chosen based on specific use cases and performance requirements(e.g. Next.js, Nuxt.js, Python, React) ·Data Layer: Multi-database architecture optimized for different use cases and performance requirements(e.g. MongoDB, DynamoDB, Postgresql) ·Process Automation: Enterprise-grade workflow automation tools for business process orchestration(e.g. N8N, Zapier, Make) ·DevOps: Comprehensive CI/CD pipeline with automated deployment and monitoring ·Cost Management: Sophisticated cloud cost optimisation strategies including resource right-sizing, automated scaling, and usage-based pricing models ·Migration Strategy: Systematic approach to modernising legacy components while maintaining system stabilityKey Responsibilities: ·Spearhead the end-to-end transition of our payments technology from external vendors to in-house systems, including team building, process development, and risk management ·Create and execute migration strategies for existing systems, selecting appropriate technologies based on specific use cases and performance requirements ·Drive product strategy and roadmap development, balancing business objectives with technical feasibility and operational excellence ·Lead cross-functional collaboration between commercial, technical, and operational teams to ensure seamless product delivery and enhancement ·Own the technical architecture vision for WCT Pay, ensuring scalability, reliability, and security ·Develop and track key performance metrics to measure product success and guide decision-making ·Define and enforce service level agreements (SLAs) across the payments ecosystem, establishing metrics for incident response times, system availability, transaction processing speeds, and resolution timeframes while implementing monitoring systems and escalation protocols ·Guide architectural decisions across our cloud-native infrastructure to optimize for performance, cost, and maintainability ·Implement and monitor cost optimisation strategies across the platform ·Oversee the gradual transformation of legacy systems while maintaining business continuityRequirements: ·5+ years of product management experience in fintech or payments technology, with a proven track record of scaling products at global organizations ·Demonstrated success in managing complex technology transitions and system modernisation initiatives ·Strong technical background with deep understanding of payment systems, security requirements, and industry compliance standards ·Experience with cloud-native architectures, preferably AWS, and modern development practices ·Proven track record in optimising cloud infrastructure costs while maintaining performance and reliability ·Experience managing polyglot development environments and making technology choices based on use cases ·Excellence in team leadership, including experience managing both in-house and outsourced technical teams ·Data-driven mindset with strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities ·Experience with agile development methodologies and product lifecycle managementPreferred Qualifications: ·Experience with payment gateway integrations and payment processing systems ·Knowledge of financial regulations and compliance requirements ·Track record of successful vendor management and technology partner relationships ·Strong communication skills with ability to translate complex technical concepts to various stakeholders ·Familiarity with serverless architectures and microservices design patterns ·Experience managing technology migrations and legacy system modernization ·Knowledge of cloud cost optimization tools and techniques ·Experience implementing FinOps practices in a cloud-native environment ·Understanding of different programming paradigms and their appropriate use casesApplication Process: If you are passionate about compliance and the cryptocurrency industry, we would love to hear from you! Please submit your resume and a covering letter detailing your relevant experience and why you are a great fit for this role.
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WCT Pay | Senior Product Manager, Payments Platform