Director, Product Management

WHO WE ARE

Apex Fintech Solutions (AFS) powers innovation and the future of digital wealth management by processing millions of transactions daily, to simplify, automate, and facilitate access to financial markets for all. Our robust suite of fintech solutions enables us to support clients such as Stash, Betterment, SoFi, and Webull, and more than 20 million of our clients' customers. 

Collectively, AFS creates an environment in which companies with the biggest ideas in fintech are empowered to change the world. As a global organization, we have offices in Austin, Dallas, Chicago, New York, Portland, Belfast, and Manila.

If you are seeking a fast-paced and entrepreneurial environment where you'll have the opportunity to make an immediate impact, and you have the guts to change everything, this is the place for you. 

AFS has received a number of prestigious industry awards, including:

• 2021, 2020, 2019, and 2018 Best Wealth Management Company - presented by Fintech Breakthrough Awards

• 2021 Most Innovative Companies - presented by Fast Company

• 2021 Best API & Best Trading Technology - presented by Global Fintech Awards

ABOUT THIS ROLE

Overview 

The Product Director for Platform is a critical leadership role responsible for driving the vision, strategy, and execution of platform products and services. This role requires a strategic thinker with deep technical expertise and strong leadership capabilities to manage and mentor a team of product managers while delivering innovative platform solutions that enable business growth and customer success. 

The Product Director will work cross-functionally with engineering, design, data engineers, and business stakeholders to define and execute the platform product roadmap, ensuring alignment with company objectives and market needs. This role requires balancing strategic thinking with hands-on execution, customer empathy with business acumen, and innovation with operational excellence. 

Responsibilities 

• Lead and mentor a team of product managers, fostering their professional growth and ensuring high performance across the platform product organization 

• Define and communicate the product vision and strategy for platform services, aligning with broader company goals and market opportunities 

• Own the end-to-end product lifecycle for platform products, from ideation through launch and ongoing optimization 

• Develop and maintain comprehensive product roadmaps that balance customer needs, business objectives, and technical feasibility 

• Drive cross-functional collaboration with engineering, design, data teams, and business teams to deliver high-quality platform solutions 

• Establish and track key product metrics, using data-driven insights to inform decision-making and measure product success 

• Conduct market research, competitive analysis, and customer discovery to identify opportunities and inform product strategy 

• Prioritize features and initiatives based on impact, effort, and strategic alignment 

• Communicate product plans, progress, and results to executive leadership and key stakeholders 

• Champion customer needs and platform best practices across the organization 

• Partner with engineering leadership to ensure technical excellence and scalability of platform solutions 

• Manage stakeholder relationships and expectations, navigating complex organizational dynamics 

• Contribute to the broader product organization's strategy and operational excellence 

• Drive platform adoption and engagement across internal and external customers 

  Minimum Qualifications 

• 8+ years of product management experience, with at least 3 years in platform, infrastructure, or developer-facing products 

• 3+ years of experience managing and developing product management teams 

• Proven track record of successfully launching and scaling platform products or services 

• Strong technical background with ability to engage deeply with engineering teams on architecture and implementation decisions 

• Demonstrated experience developing product strategy and translating it into actionable roadmaps 

• Experience working in fast-paced, high-growth technology environments 

• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with strong data-driven decision-making capabilities 

• Outstanding communication and presentation skills with ability to influence senior stakeholders 

• BA/BS degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related technical field, or equivalent practical experience 

  Preferred Qualifications 

• MS degree in Computer Science, Engineering, MBA, or related field 

• 10+ years of product management experience with increasing scope and responsibility 

• Experience in fintech, financial services, or regulated industries 

• Background in software engineering, solutions architecture, or technical product roles 

• Experience with API products, developer platforms, or infrastructure services 

• Track record of building products that serve both internal and external customers 

• Experience with Agile/Scrum methodologies and product development frameworks 

• Demonstrated success in stakeholder management across diverse organizational levels 

• Experience scaling product teams and establishing product management best practices 

• Knowledge of cloud platforms, microservices architecture, and modern development practices 

  Key Attributes for Success 

• Strategic Thinking: Ability to see the big picture while maintaining attention to critical details; can translate vision into actionable plans 

• Technical Depth: Strong technical acumen to evaluate architectural tradeoffs and engage credibly with engineering teams 

• Leadership: Proven ability to inspire, develop, and retain high-performing product management talent 

• Customer Obsession: Deep empathy for customer needs with commitment to delivering exceptional user experiences 

• Data-Driven: Comfortable with quantitative analysis and using data to inform decisions and measure impact 

• Communication Excellence: Clear, concise communicator who can tailor messages for technical and non-technical audiences 

• Collaboration: Natural ability to build relationships and work effectively across organizational boundaries 

• Adaptability: Thrives in ambiguous, fast-changing environments and can pivot quickly based on new information 

• Execution Focus: Bias for action with strong ability to drive projects from concept to completion 

• Business Acumen: Understanding of business models, go-to-market strategies, and financial metrics that drive success 

​Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Our Rewards

We offer a robust package of employee perks and benefits, including healthcare benefits (medical, dental and vision, EAP), competitive PTO, 401k match, parental leave, and HSA contribution match. We also provide our employees with a paid subscription to the Calm app and offer generous external learning and tuition reimbursement benefits. At AFS, we offer a hybrid work schedule for most roles that allows employees to have the flexibility of working from home and one of our primary offices.

EEO Statement

Apex Fintech Solutions is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or any other protected characteristic. Our hiring practices ensure that all qualified applicants receive fair consideration without regard to these characteristics.

Disability Statement

Apex Fintech Solutions is committed to creating an inclusive and accessible workplace for all candidates, including those with disabilities. We are dedicated to ensuring equal employment opportunities and providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. If you require reasonable accommodations to participate in the application or interview process, please submit your request via the Candidate Accommodation Requests Form. We will work with you to provide the necessary accommodations to ensure your full participation in our hiring process.