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Principal Product Manager

Self Financial
Location
Austin, TX
Posted
19 days ago
Department
MKT - Product
Salary
$190,000 - $230,000
What they actually want (must-haves)
  • 10+ years as a Product Manager
  • Track record of owning strategy for a core product with company-level business impact
  • Demonstrated ability to build cross-functional alignment and drive outcomes at the executive level without formal authority
  • Experience operating inside a regulated or compliance-heavy environment
  • Fluency using AI tools as part of the modern PM workflow
  • Strong analytical skills, including SQL competence and hands-on experience with data analysis tools
Nice to have
  • Credit/lending experience
What the job really is

As a Principal Product Manager at Self Financial, you will set the strategy and direction for the company's flagship credit building product. Your role involves collaborating with executive leadership, managing product KPIs and P&L, and translating strategic goals into actionable roadmaps while mentoring other PMs. You will also drive cross-functional alignment and leverage AI tools to enhance product workflows.

Benefits
  • Company equity in the form of Stock Options
  • Performance-based bonuses
  • Generous employer-paid health, vision and dental insurance coverage
  • Flexible vacation policy
  • Educational assistance
  • Free gym membership
Things to weigh
  • Base salary range is $190,000 - $230,000, but individual pay varies based on candidate factors
  • Requires successful background check for employment
  • Only considering U.S. Citizens or Green Card Holders for employment opportunities
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