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Product Manager
Kunai builds full-stack technology solutions for banks, credit and payment networks, infrastructure providers, and their customers. Together, we are changing the world’s relationship with financial services. At Kunai, we help our clients modernize, capitalize on emerging trends, and evolve their business for the coming decades by remaining tech-agnostic and human-centered.
Join a high-impact, industry-leading initiative at the forefront of financial technology. As a Product Manager with Kunai, you will lead the conversion, migration, and integration of credit card systems, overseeing the seamless transition of existing accounts, products, customers, and transactions between two major financial institutions. As a strategic leader, you will be front and center in executing a large-scale data transformation, working cross-functionally across multiple teams and organizations. This is a highly visible, complex, and rewarding opportunity to shape the future of an industry-defining credit card platform.
Key Responsibilities
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Define and execute technical product strategies for large-scale client initiatives.
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Lead engineering teams in developing highly resilient, scalable applications.
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Drive the data conversion and integration strategy, ensuring seamless system migration.
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Communicate project progress through compelling presentations and reports to senior stakeholders.
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Align product development with business goals and customer requirements.
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Leverage Agile methodologies to ensure high-quality, on-time product delivery.
Skills & Qualifications
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5+ years of experience as a Product Manager/Owner, with the ability to lead Scrum teams and define a strategic vision.
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Strong technical acumen, including a background in software / data engineering, platform design, or solutions architecture (preferred).
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Proven experience managing large-scale data integration and migration projects.
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Exceptional communication and stakeholder management skills, including executive-level reporting and presentations.
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Experience working in highly complex, cross-functional environments with multiple teams and dependencies.
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Deep understanding of cloud-based platforms, ideally AWS.
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Domain knowledge and experience in the banking, finance, and/or fintech industries.
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Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field; MBA or Master’s degree preferred.
Competencies
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Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities to tackle large-scale technical challenges.
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Demonstrated expertise in leading high-impact technical projects focused on scalability and performance optimization.
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Collaborative mindset, thriving in fast-paced, high-stakes environments.
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Track record of delivering high-quality technical solutions that align with business objectives.
This is a hybrid position requiring a few days per week onsite in Chicago, IL.
Our success over the past 20 years is rooted in our exceptional team, which thrives in a culture of collaboration, creativity, and continuous learning.
We are proud to offer our employees a range of benefits, including competitive compensation, professional development opportunities, and flexible work arrangements, all designed to help them thrive. As we continue to expand, we remain committed to cultivating an environment where people feel valued, have a voice, and are given the tools to grow—both personally and professionally—while pushing the boundaries of innovation in the fintech industry.
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