Lead Product Manager – Technical

The Company PayPal has been revolutionizing commerce globally for more than 25 years. Creating innovative experiences that make moving money, selling, and shopping simple, personalized, and secure, PayPal empowers consumers and businesses in approximately 200 markets to join and thrive in the global economy. We operate a global, two-sided network at scale that connects hundreds of millions of merchants and consumers. We help merchants and consumers connect, transact, and complete payments, whether they are online or in person. PayPal is more than a connection to third-party payment networks. We provide proprietary payment solutions accepted by merchants that enable the completion of payments on our platform on behalf of our customers. We offer our customers the flexibility to use their accounts to purchase and receive payments for goods and services, as well as the ability to transfer and withdraw funds. We enable consumers to exchange funds more safely with merchants using a variety of funding sources, which may include a bank account, a PayPal or Venmo account balance, PayPal and Venmo branded credit products, a credit card, a debit card, certain cryptocurrencies, or other stored value products such as gift cards, and eligible credit card rewards. Our PayPal, Venmo, and Xoom products also make it safer and simpler for friends and family to transfer funds to each other. We offer merchants an end-to-end payments solution that provides authorization and settlement capabilities, as well as instant access to funds and payouts. We also help merchants connect with their customers, process exchanges and returns, and manage risk. We enable consumers to engage in cross-border shopping and merchants to extend their global reach while reducing the complexity and friction involved in enabling cross-border trade. Our beliefs are the foundation for how we conduct business every day. We live each day guided by our core values of Inclusion, Innovation, Collaboration, and Wellness. Together, our values ensure that we work together as one global team with our customers at the center of everything we do – and they push us to ensure we take care of ourselves, each other, and our communities. Job Summary: This job drives product strategy in alignment with a shared vision, collaborating Job Description: Develop Payments strategy around utilizing best components of Xoom while creating synergy with PayPal. Design outstanding payments products that PayPal’s customers will love and build upon payment processing products that can be utilized by the larger business. Define product requirements and implementation details, writing clear, detailed, and thorough specifications for complex features, functionality, and products. Liaise with engineering, design, product management, and other cross-functional stakeholders to ensure features and technical specifications meet defined business requirements. Define and measure KPIs for success of new products and markets. Create and thoroughly document strategic product roadmap recommendations. Ensure proper communication cadence with local and internal leadership. Identify partnerships and service providers that Xoom can leverage to win in global markets. Engage in contract negotiations and service details. Ensure Payments compliance with European markets including knowledge sharing on PSDII and SCA. Partial telecommuting permitted within a commutable distance. Minimum Requirements Bachelor’s degree, or foreign equivalent, in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Mathematics, or a closely related field like Information Technology plus five years of progressively responsible experience in the job offered or a related occupation. Special Skill Requirements: 1. Payments Expertise: Deep understanding of the payments landscape, including global payment methods, cross-border transactions, foreign exchange (FX), and international regulations. (3 years) 2. Product Management: Proven experience in defining product requirements, writing detailed specifications, and managing the product lifecycle. (5 years) 3. Data Analysis: Strong analytical skills to define and measure KPIs for product success, analyze market trends, and identify opportunities for growth. (2 years) 4. Compliance Knowledge: Understanding of financial & privacy regulations for European markets. (2 years) 5. Technical Communication: Excellent written and verbal communication skills to clearly document product roadmaps, collaborate with cross-functional teams (engineering, design, product management), and effectively communicate technical details to stakeholders. (5 years) 6. Project Management: Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines. (5 years) 7. Design Thinking: Understanding of design thinking principles to create user-centric payment products. (5 years) 8. Partnership & Vendor Management: Experience in identifying, evaluating, and negotiating with potential partners and service providers for global payment solutions. (2 years) Preferred Qualification: EOE, including disability/vets. Salary: $179,171.00-$234,300.00 per annum. 40 hours per week; M-F, 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. PayPal is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. The total compensation for this position includes standard company benefits and is based on various factors including but not limited to relevant skills and experience. Your recruiter can share more information about our total compensation package during the hiring process. Must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship Subsidiary: PayPal Travel Percent: 0 PayPal does not charge candidates any fees for courses, applications, resume reviews, interviews, background checks, or onboarding. Any such request is a red flag and likely part of a scam. To learn more about how to identify and avoid recruitment fraud please visit https://careers.pypl.com/contact-us. For the majority of employees, PayPal's balanced hybrid work model offers 3 days in the office for effective in-person collaboration and 2 days at your choice of either the PayPal office or your home workspace, ensuring that you equally have the benefits and conveniences of both locations. Our Benefits: At PayPal, we’re committed to building an equitable and inclusive global economy. And we can’t do this without our most important asset—you. That’s why we offer benefits to help you thrive in every stage of life. We champion your financial, physical, and mental health by offering valuable benefits and resources to help you care for the whole you. We have great benefits including a flexible work environment, employee shares options, health and life insurance and more. To learn more about our benefits please visit https://www.paypalbenefits.com. Who We Are: Click Here to learn more about our culture and community. Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion PayPal provides equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. In addition, PayPal will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. If you are unable to submit an application because of incompatible assistive technology or a disability, please contact us at paypalglobaltalentacquisition@paypal.com. Belonging at PayPal: Our employees are central to advancing our mission, and we strive to create an environment where everyone can do their best work with a sense of purpose and belonging. Belonging at PayPal means creating a workplace with a sense of acceptance and security where all employees feel included and valued. We are proud to have a diverse workforce reflective of the merchants, consumers, and communities that we serve, and we continue to take tangible actions to cultivate inclusivity and belonging at PayPal. Any general requests for consideration of your skills, please Join our Talent Community. We know the confidence gap and imposter syndrome can get in the way of meeting spectacular candidates. Please don’t hesitate to apply.