[Remote] Staff Product Manager at Lightspark

Los Angeles, California, United States

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$220,000 – $255,000Compensation

Senior (5 to 8 years), Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Fintech, Payments, Bitcoin, CryptocurrencyIndustries

Requirements

7+ years of experience in global payment infrastructure product management, preferably in early stage and fast-paced environment payment, fintech, or financial services
Experience with taking a US based payments provider global
Familiarity with payment systems, payment rails, and the regulatory environment (AML, licensing, compliance)
Strong knowledge of the payment vendor landscape
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to translate complex requirements into actionable product documentation
Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively in cross-functional teams
Experience building 0 to 1
Knowledge of AI, agents and automation

Responsibilities

Drive the end-to-end product lifecycle for our global network rollout solutions, from ideation to launch, ensuring alignment with business objectives and customer needs
Develop and document payment system architectures, including integration with third-party payment gateways, fraud prevention systems, and compliance mechanisms
Conduct market research to identify trends, customer needs, and competitive landscape to inform product development
Stay current with emerging technologies and trends in payment systems and incorporate relevant advancements into solution designs: on & off ramps, settlement, customer onboarding, ledger capabilities
Be responsible for designing robust, scalable, and secure payment solutions
Be the product owner during the product development lifecycle, ensuring timely delivery of features and enhancements that optimize the product efficiency
Understand and incorporate regulatory and compliance requirements into the product development process, with a focus on AML, licensing, and payment industry standards
Collaborate with the design team to create intuitive and user-friendly payment experiences
Define and track key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure the success of payment products and inform future development
Oversee the connectivity of our payments network with domestic payment systems worldwide
Work closely with cross-functional teams, including engineering, design, compliance, and business development, to ensure that we select the right partners and build the right solutions to meet the needs of our customers and align with the company’s strategic goals

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

Product ManagementPayment SystemsGlobal NetworkMarket ResearchPayment GatewaysFraud PreventionComplianceCustomer OnboardingLedger SystemsScalable SolutionsProduct LifecycleCross-Functional Collaboration

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What is the salary range for the Staff Product Manager position?

The salary range is $220K - $255K.

Is this role remote or does it require office work?

The role is fully remote.

What experience and skills are required for this position?

Candidates need 7+ years of experience in global payment infrastructure product management, preferably in early-stage fast-paced environments in payments, fintech, or financial services, experience taking a US-based payments provider global, familiarity with payment systems, rails, regulatory environment (AML, licensing, compliance), strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

What is the company culture like at Lightspark?

Lightspark is a fast-growing startup that values grit, hustle, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment, with employees ready to roll up their sleeves and build detailed money movement solutions at scale.

What makes a strong candidate for this Staff Product Manager role?

Strong candidates have 7+ years in global payment infrastructure product management in fast-paced fintech environments, experience expanding US payments providers globally, deep knowledge of payment systems, regulations like AML, and strong analytical skills to create actionable product documentation.

Lightspark

Facilitates Bitcoin transactions via API and SDKs

About Lightspark

Lightspark focuses on facilitating Bitcoin transactions for businesses by providing an API and Software Development Kits (SDKs) that integrate with the Lightning Network. This technology allows for faster and cheaper cross-border payments by identifying efficient routes for transactions. Unlike competitors, Lightspark's service-based model enables businesses to leverage Bitcoin without needing deep technical expertise. The goal is to streamline payment processes, making them more efficient and cost-effective.

Los Angeles, CaliforniaHeadquarters

2022Year Founded

$1.3MTotal Funding

SEEDCompany Stage

Fintech, Crypto & Web3Industries

51-200Employees

Risks

Increased competition from fintech companies like Strike and OpenNode.

Regulatory scrutiny in the US and EU could impact cryptocurrency transactions.

Technological vulnerabilities in the Lightning Network may affect Lightspark's reputation.

Differentiation

Lightspark offers a robust API and SDKs for Bitcoin integration on the Lightning Network.

The company provides a dashboard for tracking and managing Bitcoin transactions efficiently.

Lightspark's Universal Money Address (UMA) enhances global payment solutions for businesses.

Upsides

Partnerships with Bitso and Foxbit expand Lightspark's reach in Latin America.

Introduction of Spark and UMA boosts Lightspark's product offerings and market appeal.

Strategic expansion into Africa with Yellow Card highlights growth in emerging markets.

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