Senior Product Manager - Platform (Fintech)

TL;DR

Senior Product Manager - Platform (Fintech): Defining and evolving foundational systems for policy administration, billing, and payments within a data-driven insurance ecosystem with an accent on scalability, reliability, and API strategy. Focus on leading platform modernization, managing complex technical trade-offs, and aligning architectural direction with business goals.

Location: Must be based in Canada

Salary: $170,000 – $192,000 + equity (RSUs)

Company

A data-driven insurance ecosystem focused on modernizing core platform systems and policy administration.

What you will do

• Define and lead the long-term strategy and roadmap for core platform systems, including billing, payments, and internal APIs.
• Act as the primary Product Owner for platform initiatives, aligning engineering, architecture, and executive stakeholders.
• Lead discovery efforts for complex platform challenges using data, research, and business context.
• Develop and own API strategy and standards to ensure scalable and well-documented interfaces.
• Manage key external vendor relationships, including payment processors and third-party platform providers.
• Mentor other product managers to elevate product rigor and strategic thinking across the team.

Requirements

• Must be based in Canada.
• 10+ years of professional experience, including 7+ years in product management for software platforms or infrastructure.
• Proven experience in fintech, insurtech, or other regulated financial services environments.
• Track record of leading platform modernization or re-platforming initiatives at scale.
• Technical fluency in system design, distributed systems, and API ecosystems.
• Experience in vendor management, particularly with payment systems or data providers.

Nice to have

• Familiarity with insurance systems such as Guidewire or Duck Creek.
• Experience with payments infrastructure like Stripe or Braintree.
• Knowledge of P&C insurance products.

Culture & Benefits

• Competitive salary with equity in the form of RSUs.
• 401(k) with company match up to 4% and company-funded HSA contributions.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance plans.
• Flexible PTO (15–20 days) plus 8 company holidays.
• Paid parental leave and mental health support resources.
• Professional development budgets for learning and certifications.