Shift5

Principle Product Manager, EU Expansion

Netherlands

Not SpecifiedCompensation
Junior (1 to 2 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Financial Technology, Payments, Commerce TechnologyIndustries

Overview

Shift4 (NYSE: FOUR) is boldly redefining commerce by simplifying complex payments ecosystems across the world. As the leader in commerce-enabling technology, Shift4 powers billions of transactions annually for hundreds of thousands of businesses in virtually every industry.

We are seeking an exceptional Principal Product Manager, EU Expansion to drive SkyTab international growth and expansion across Europe. This is a high-impact, entrepreneurial role focused on unlocking new markets through deep product and regulatory localization. The ideal candidate combines strategic product leadership with operational rigor and is passionate about building scalable, market-specific solutions that drive adoption and long-term market leadership.

You will lead our expansion country-by-country, identifying the product, compliance, partner, and commercial requirements unique to each geography and translating those into actionable product roadmaps. This role requires strong collaboration with development, strategy, operations, commercial and partner teams to prioritize, launch, and scale our offerings across Europe.

Responsibilities

  • EU Product Expansion Strategy: Define and lead Shift4’s EU expansion roadmap, developing a country-by-country strategy that addresses localization, regulatory, tax, fiscal compliance, and functional needs for each market.
  • End-to-End Ownership: Own the full product lifecycle for EU expansion initiatives from initial discovery and opportunity sizing through go-to-market execution and post-launch growth.
  • Cross-Border Compliance & Readiness: Partner closely with development, strategy, and commercial teams to ensure all product solutions meet country-specific requirements (e.g., VAT, eInvoicing, fiscalization).
  • Market Prioritization: Build data-informed frameworks to assess market opportunities and establish clear prioritization across competing expansion paths.
  • Roadmap Development & Execution: Develop actionable product roadmaps that reflect both long-term strategic goals and near-term business wins.
  • Partner & Integration Strategy: Identify and manage key partner integrations (e.g., online ordering, back office, fiscal compliance tools, etc) required to successfully enter and operate in new countries.
  • Voice of the Market: Conduct deep discovery across markets, engaging with prospective merchants, partners, and local teams to uncover critical product gaps and success drivers.
  • Cross-Functional Leadership: Act as the connective tissue across regional and global teams ensuring alignment, communication, and delivery excellence throughout the expansion journey.

Qualifications

  • Experience: 8+ years of product management experience, with a strong track record in launching and scaling global SaaS or fintech products.
  • European Market Knowledge: Deep understanding of European regulatory environments, tax systems, and compliance frameworks (e.g., VAT, fiscal printers, e-invoicing).
  • Strategic Product Delivery: Proven ability to define and deliver cross-market product strategies in complex, multi-stakeholder environments.
  • Market Fit Experience: Experience working with in-market commercial teams and navigating local product-market fit.
  • Communication Skills: Excellent communication and influence skills across technical and non-technical stakeholders.
  • Integration Experience: Experience with international partner integrations and third-party platforms.
  • Global Product Passion: Passion for building and scaling global products that solve complex local problems.

Location

Flexible within the EU (EU Shift4 location preferred or hybrid remote)

Employment Type

Skills

Product Management
Market Localization
Regulatory Compliance
Strategic Planning
Cross-functional Collaboration
International Expansion
Roadmap Development

Shift5

Observability platform for operational technology

About Shift5

Shift5 offers an observability platform that focuses on cybersecurity and data analytics for operational technology (OT) in defense and transportation sectors. The platform collects and analyzes data from onboard systems, such as buses and weapon systems, and is protocol-agnostic, allowing it to adapt to various data communication protocols. By providing real-time insights, Shift5 helps clients improve safety, maintenance scheduling, and threat detection. The company's goal is to enable better decision-making to enhance the reliability and performance of their fleets.

Kansas City, MissouriHeadquarters
2019Year Founded
$104.1MTotal Funding
SERIES_BCompany Stage
Data & Analytics, CybersecurityIndustries
51-200Employees

Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Health Savings Account/Flexible Spending Account
Unlimited Paid Time Off
Flexible Work Hours
Remote Work Options
401(k) Retirement Plan
401(k) Company Match
Employer-paid Life and Disability Insurance

Risks

Emerging OT cybersecurity startups could threaten Shift5's market share.
Rapid evolution of cyber threats may outpace Shift5's technological capabilities.
Economic downturns could lead to reduced budgets for cybersecurity solutions.

Differentiation

Shift5 offers a protocol-agnostic platform adaptable to any data communication protocol.
The company provides real-time, data-driven insights for defense and transportation sectors.
Shift5's platform enhances safety, availability, and resilience of operational technology assets.

Upsides

Growing demand for cybersecurity in transportation due to rising cyber threats.
Increased interest in predictive maintenance technologies to reduce costs and improve reliability.
U.S. Department of Defense's focus on cybersecurity presents opportunities for Shift5.

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