Lead Product Manager, Core Payments

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WHO WE ARE At Trustly, we're building a smarter, faster, and more secure financial future by revolutionizing the world of payments. As a global leader in Open Banking Payments,

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Product ManagementProduct Manager

WHO WE ARE

At Trustly, we're building a smarter, faster, and more secure financial future by revolutionizing the world of payments. As a global leader in Open Banking Payments, we are establishing Pay by Bank as the new standard at checkout, providing unparalleled freedom, speed, and ease to millions of consumers and merchants worldwide.

Our Ambition: To build the world’s most disruptive payment network and redefine what the payment experience should feel like.

Trustly is a global team of innovators, collaborators, and doers. If you are driven by a strong sense of purpose and thrive in a dynamic, entrepreneurial, and high-growth environment, join us and be part of a team that’s transforming the way the world pays.

About the Role

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At Trustly, we're transforming the way money moves in a digital world — building faster, smarter, and more secure ways to pay. As Lead Product Manager, Core Payments, you’ll play a critical role in shaping the future of open banking payment solutions. You’ll own and drive product strategy and execution for our core payment capabilities, working at the intersection of product, engineering, banking partners, and commercial teams.

This is a high-impact opportunity for a self-starter with deep payments expertise and a builder mindset. If you're excited by complex challenges, passionate about product innovation, and eager to shape the infrastructure powering next-generation payments, we want to meet you.

On the Product team, our mission is to provide our customers with cutting-edge payment technologies that optimize user experience and meet the highest standards of security and compliance. Our team is made up of skilled and experienced professionals who are passionate about tech and committed to technical excellence. We are actively searching for individuals who possess exceptional problem-solving skills and thrive on innovative thinking, enabling us to maintain our competitive edge in an industry that is continuously evolving.

Responsibilities

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Own the roadmap and product requirements for Trustly’s core payment capabilities
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Design and launch new payment products and enhance existing ones to drive business growth
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Define and own the product strategy for core payments infrastructure including transaction processing, payment routing, funding, reconciliation, and ledger systems
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Evaluate and integrate third-party providers (e.g., ODFI’s, processors, acquirers) to optimize cost, reliability, and geographic coverage
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Partner with internal teams (Engineering, Legal, Compliance, Sales, etc.) and external stakeholders (banks, processors, and partners) to deliver seamless, scalable solutions
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Translate market trends, customer needs, and regulatory shifts into actionable product opportunities
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Define and prioritize features through well-crafted user stories, business requirements, and technical scoping
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Ensure regulatory compliance and risk mitigation strategies are incorporated into product design
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Monitor KPIs and product performance, driving continuous improvements and optimizations
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Lead discovery processes and collaborate with engineering to identify the most effective technical approaches

8+ years of product management experience, with a focus on payment systems and financial technology
Deep understanding of traditional and emerging payment rails (ACH, Wires, RTP, eChecks, etc.)
Experience working with banking partners and treasury operations
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Business, or a related field (Master’s or MBA a plus)
Strong technical fluency; comfortable evaluating third-party solutions and collaborating with engineering teams
Exceptional communication and storytelling skills; can translate complex topics for diverse audiences
Skilled at navigating ambiguity, prioritizing effectively, and making sound decisions quickly
Experience in Agile environments with a track record of shipping high-quality products
Familiarity with global banking systems, payment regulations, and open banking frameworks

$160,000.00 - $215,000.00 a year

SALARY RANGE: $160,000 - $180,000 USD

Applications for this role are accepted on an ongoing basis.

SALARY RANGES IN US-BASED ROLE POSTING

Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hire salaries for the position across all US locations. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Recruiters can share more information with applicants about the specific salary range for preferred locations during the hiring process. Please note that the compensation details listed in US role postings reflect the base salary only and do not include other perks and benefits.

WHAT WE OFFER

At Trustly, you’ll have the chance to solve meaningful challenges alongside some of the brightest minds in FinTech. Together, we’re shaping the future of payments in an environment that celebrates curiosity, collaboration, and innovation. You'll be challenged and empowered to grow, making a real impact every step of the way.

Our team is as diverse as the global footprint we serve, with colleagues across Silicon Valley, the U.S., Canada, Brazil, Europe, and beyond. At Trustly, we foster a workplace where everyone feels they belong—a place where teamwork thrives, ideas flourish, and we never forget to have fun along the way.

We offer innovative perks and benefits packages that include:

- Flexible paid time off & generous PTO accrual plans

- Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and other insurances

- FSA & HSA plans for medical and dependent care

- Home office set-up allowance

- Internet stipend

- Retirement plan match for 401k and RRSP

- Gender-neutral paid parental leave, and more!

(The benefits and total compensation packages outlined above are for full-time employees; some exclusions apply for temporary positions.)

At Trustly, we embrace and celebrate diversity of all forms and the value it brings to our employees and customers. We are proud and committed to being an Equal Opportunity Employer and believe an open and inclusive environment enables people to do their best work. All decisions regarding hiring, advancement, and any other aspects of employment are made solely on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.