Product Owner, Risk (Fintech)

TL;DR

Product Owner, Risk (Fintech): Leading and driving the delivery of high-impact features on an OTC derivatives risk analytics platform with an accent on middle office risk and strong product ownership skills. Focus on managing initiatives end-to-end, collaborating with engineering and stakeholders, and delivering client-focused solutions.

Location: Hybrid work environment in the United States

Salary: Competitive base salary with equity and annual bonus potential.

Company

Leading financial technology firm empowering institutions across capital markets with AI-driven technology and expert advisory solutions.

What you will do

• Own and manage the product backlog, writing clear functional requirements and user stories.
• Lead end-to-end delivery of product initiatives, from requirements gathering to launch and post-release optimization.
• Collaborate with engineering to define acceptance criteria, remove blockers, and ensure performance aligns with service objectives.
• Develop and elaborate new product concepts and enhancements that address client pain points and open new market opportunities.
• Maintain clear project plans and communicate progress, timelines, and risks to stakeholders.
• Monitor product performance metrics and use insights to inform roadmap prioritization.

Requirements

• 10+ years of experience in financial technology or capital markets with a strong track record in product ownership or product management.
• Deep expertise in middle office risk, including OTC derivatives (interest rate, FX, commodity, credit).
• Hands-on experience with risk analytics platforms or trading/risk systems used by banks, asset managers, or broker-dealers.
• Proven ability to manage initiatives end-to-end with autonomy and drive team delivery.
• Experience translating complex domain knowledge into client-focused product experiences.
• Strong project management, organizational, and communication skills.

Nice to have

• Experience working across multiple systems, banks, or financial institutions is a plus.
• Prior experience in a front office or middle office role is highly desirable.

Culture & Benefits

• Flexible hybrid work environment.
• 18 days PTO and 40 hours sick leave.
• Paid parental leave.
• 401K contribution at 3%.
• Comprehensive health benefits, including HSA and FSA options, life insurance, and short-term disability.
• Culture of ownership, collaboration, and innovation.