Product Manager (Global Payments/KYC Compliance)

Who We Are: 

At Favorited, we are redefining mobile live-streaming as a fully interactive, gamified experience. We're dedicated to fostering deeper connections between creators and their communities through play, and ensuring that creators are compensated well in the process.

Our App: 

• iOS 

• Android

Apply to This Position If You:

• Have a passion for building creator monetization systems that solve real-world problems

• Enjoy collaborating with engineering and finance teams to ensure seamless payment experiences

• Thrive in dynamic, fast-paced environments where your product decisions have direct creator impact

• Want to be part of a team that empowers creators and innovates in mobile live-streaming

Who You Are:

• Passionate about the creator economy and building innovative payment systems

• Detail-oriented and data-driven, with strong analytical and problem-solving skills

• Excited by the opportunity to own mission-critical payment features from concept to launch

• A strategic thinker who can balance creator needs with business objectives

What You Will Do: 

As a Payment Product Manager at Favorited, you will lead the evolution of our payment infrastructure from basic processing to a comprehensive creator monetization platform. You'll own the product strategy for all payment features including creator payouts, audience tipping, subscription billing, and premium content access.Responsibilities include:

• Developing payment product strategy and roadmap aligned with creator monetization goals

• Designing creator revenue streams including real-time tipping and subscription billing

• Collaborating with engineering teams to implement robust payment infrastructure

• Partnering with creators to gather feedback and iterate on monetization features

• Working with compliance teams to ensure adherence to financial regulations

• Analyzing payment performance and optimizing conversion rates

• Leading payment expansion into new international markets

• Building and scaling global payments team across product, engineering, and operations

• Establishing strategic partnerships with payment processors and financial institutions

• Ensuring compliance with international payment regulations and security standards

• Managing P&L responsibility for payment operations and revenue targets

• Developing and maintaining AML, KYC, and BSA compliance frameworks for creator transactions

• Deep understanding of payment processing regulations, fraud prevention, and risk management

• Experience with creator economy platforms or marketplace compliance preferred

• Strong analytical skills with proficiency in compliance monitoring tools and data analysis

What We Are Looking For:

• Experience in product management with emphasis on payments or fintech

• Hands-on experience with payment systems and digital transactions (such as Stripe, Adyen, and crypto wallets).

• Deep understanding of payment processing, APIs, and fraud prevention

• Experience with creator economy platforms or two-sided marketplaces preferred

• Strong analytical skills with proficiency in SQL and data analysis

• Excellent communication skills and ability to work in fast-paced startup environments

Where You'll Work

This is a full-time hybrid position based in Santa Monica, CA. You will work in our office several days per week, collaborating closely with a passionate and talented team.

Benefits

• Competitive salary

• Health Insurance

• Unlimited PTO

• Company holidays

At Favorited, we value the creativity and hard work of every team member. Join us as we redefine mobile live-streaming and empower creators to build thriving communities.