Staff Product Manager - Fraud at Plaid

San Francisco, California, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Fintech, Financial ServicesIndustries

Requirements

6+ years of product management experience in fraud, risk, security, or identity
Strong technical foundation with a degree in Computer Science or a related field
Experience building or integrating fraud detection, risk scoring, or IDV/AML systems
Ability to write clear product requirements and communicate technical concepts to a range of audiences
Comfortable working closely with engineering, data, and go-to-market teams to deliver measurable impact

Responsibilities

Define and drive the vision, strategy, and roadmap for Plaid’s Identity Verification (IDV) and Monitor (AML) products
Align cross-functional teams around how these products strengthen Plaid’s fraud and compliance platform
Translate strategy into actionable product plans
Partner with engineering and design to deliver scalable, high-quality systems that balance user experience, fraud prevention accuracy, and regulatory needs
Engage directly with customers and partners to understand emerging fraud patterns, compliance requirements, and market opportunities
Support go-to-market efforts by joining customer calls, demoing products, and helping resolve integration or fraud-related issues
Collaborate with engineering, data science, legal, and compliance to ensure progress, clarity, and accountability across dependencies
Track key metrics for verification success rates, fraud detection accuracy, and customer adoption
Use data and customer feedback to guide iteration and prioritization

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

Product ManagementFraud PreventionKYCAMLIdentity VerificationTransaction MonitoringProduct StrategyRoadmap PlanningCross-functional Collaboration

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What experience is required for this Staff Product Manager role?

Candidates need 6+ years of product management experience in fraud, risk, security, or identity, a strong technical foundation with a degree in Computer Science or related field, and experience building or integrating fraud detection, risk scoring, or IDV/AML systems.

What is the salary or compensation for this position?

This information is not specified in the job description.

Is this role remote or does it require working from an office?

This information is not specified in the job description.

What does Plaid's company culture or work environment look like?

This information is not specified in the job description.

What makes a strong candidate for this Product Manager position?

A strong candidate will have 6+ years in product management within fraud, risk, security, or identity, a Computer Science degree, experience with fraud detection or IDV/AML systems, and the ability to write clear product requirements while communicating technical concepts effectively.

Plaid

Connects financial accounts to apps securely

About Plaid

Plaid simplifies financial data management for individuals and businesses by connecting various financial accounts to apps and services. Its main product is a set of APIs that allow developers to integrate financial data into their applications, enabling users to track spending, initiate payments, and access financial services all in one place. Plaid serves a wide range of clients, including app developers and financial institutions, and is used by popular apps like LendingTree and Square. Unlike many competitors, Plaid focuses on providing a comprehensive and scalable platform that supports various financial use cases, such as transactions and identity verification. The company's goal is to enhance the way users interact with their financial data, making it easier and more secure.

San Francisco, CaliforniaHeadquarters

2013Year Founded

$714.3MTotal Funding

SERIES_DCompany Stage

Fintech, Financial ServicesIndustries

1,001-5,000Employees

Benefits

We've got you covered: From medical, life, and 401ks, we’re here to support your physical, mental, and financial wellbeing.

Everyone is an owner: We want everyone to feel ownership over their work - literally, which is why we offer equity to full-time Plaids.

Vacation your way: We want to make sure you have time to meet your personal needs with unlimited PTO and two weeks of synchronous, company-wide vacation.

Grow your skills: Every Plaid is in control of their career development with our learning stipends, tools, and trainings.

Risks

Increased competition from API-based banking solutions like FIS's Code Connect platform.

Potential legal challenges, such as PNC's lawsuit over trademark issues.

Demand for enhanced transparency and security in financial data sharing.

Differentiation

Plaid offers seamless financial data integration through robust APIs for diverse clients.

Plaid's Pay by Bank for Bill Pay provides a cost-effective recurring payment solution.

Plaid's strategic partnerships enhance its value proposition in payroll and payment sectors.

Upsides

Plaid's expansion into the Triangle area indicates growth and increased hiring potential.

Partnership with Dwolla enhances Plaid's presence in the secure payments sector.

Collaboration with Ansa expands market reach through pay-by-bank capabilities for merchants.

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