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Head of Product - Fintech portfolio company


Company : Peak XV Partners


Location : New Delhi, Delhi


Created : 2025-01-06


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

We are looking for an experienced Product Manager to join us asHead of Payments Productto lead the evolution of our core payments infrastructure. This role is central to the company's mission to deliver a world-class payment experience. The individual will oversee key infrastructure as our FX engine, payments switching router, as well as all our banking and financial partner integrations. As the Head of Payments Product, the individual will lead a team of 3-5 talented Product Managers, shape the company's payments roadmap, and work closely with engineering, design, and operations teams. This role offers the opportunity to shape the future of cross-border payments, build scalable and innovative solutions, and gain significant leadership and domain expertise in the payments industry.Key ResponsibilitiesProduct Strategy & Roadmap : Define and execute the vision for the payments infrastructure, ensuring alignment with company goals. Develop a comprehensive roadmap for systems like the payments router, FX engine, and integrations with financial partners. Team Leadership : Lead, mentor, and grow a team of 3-5 Product Managers, fostering collaboration and ownership. Set clear goals and priorities while promoting a culture of innovation and accountability. Payments Infrastructure Development : Oversee the design and optimization of payment flows to enhance efficiency, scalability, and reliability. Collaborate with engineering teams to deliver robust, secure, and compliant solutions. Partnerships & Integrations : Manage and expand integrations with banks, financial institutions, and payment partners. Work with compliance and risk teams to ensure adherence to global regulatory standards. Stakeholder Management : Act as the primary liaison between internal teams and external partners for payments-related initiatives. Provide insights and updates to leadership on key projects and product performance metrics.What You Will Gain:Leadership Opportunity : Shape the future of cross-border payments and lead a dynamic, high-impact team. Domain Expertise : Deepen your expertise in payments infrastructure, FX, and global financial partnerships. Growth Potential : Be part of a fast-growing company at the forefront of the payments industry. Impact : Drive innovation and make a tangible difference in enabling global trade for businesses.Desired Qualifications:7-8 years of total experience, with at least 2+ years as a Product Manager in the payments or fintech industry Ability to think strategically and execute methodically Proven expertise in building and scaling payments-related products Proficiency in data analysis and a data-driven approach to decision-making Experience working with or integrating banking, financial, or payment system partners A track record of successfully managing and growing a team of Product Managers Familiarity with cross-border payments, FX management, or compliance in global payments is a significant advantage