Lead Product Manager at Breeze

<div class="content-intro"><p>Are you passionate about solving complex challenges in the fintech space? We’re looking for talented individuals to join our dynamic startup, backed by Sequoia Capital. We’re building the universal payment layer to unify all currencies—fiat and crypto—so businesses and consumers can transact seamlessly. If you're passionate about creating innovative solutions in a dynamic, fast-paced environment, we want to talk to you.</p></div><h1 data-section-id="1nk1y95" data-start="391" data-end="428">Lead Product Manager – Card Issuing</h1> <p data-start="430" data-end="784">We’re looking for a <strong data-start="450" data-end="489">Lead Product Manager – Card Issuing</strong> to build and scale our card issuing platform from <strong data-start="540" data-end="547">0→1</strong>. This is a highly strategic and execution-driven role responsible for launching and evolving our card program, working across banking partners, payment networks, processors, and internal teams to deliver a best-in-class card experience.</p> <p data-start="786" data-end="1165">You’ll own the <strong data-start="801" data-end="863">end-to-end product strategy and execution for card issuing</strong>, from infrastructure and program setup to consumer-facing experiences and card lifecycle management. This role is ideal for a product leader who has <strong data-start="1013" data-end="1059">successfully launched card programs before</strong>, understands the complexities of payments infrastructure, and thrives in fast-paced fintech environments.</p> <p data-start="1167" data-end="1385">If you’ve built card issuing products at a <strong data-start="1210" data-end="1258">leading fintech, neobank, or crypto platform</strong>, and enjoy solving complex financial infrastructure problems while delivering elegant consumer experiences, we’d love to talk.</p> <hr data-start="1387" data-end="1390"> <h1 data-section-id="1m8hri5" data-start="1392" data-end="1408">What You’ll Do</h1> <ul data-start="1410" data-end="2747"> <li data-section-id="aq6otr" data-start="1410" data-end="1517"> <p data-start="1412" data-end="1517">Own the <strong data-start="1420" data-end="1478">0→1 development and launch of our card issuing program</strong>, including physical and virtual cards.</p> </li> <li data-section-id="n3p0mu" data-start="1518" data-end="1638"> <p data-start="1520" data-end="1638">Define and execute the <strong data-start="1543" data-end="1575">card issuing product roadmap</strong>, from infrastructure and integrations to user-facing features.</p> </li> <li data-section-id="1r8fy0k" data-start="1639" data-end="1771"> <p data-start="1641" data-end="1771">Work closely with <strong data-start="1659" data-end="1733">issuing banks, payment processors, and card networks (Visa/Mastercard)</strong> to launch and scale our card program.</p> </li> <li data-section-id="1f2hi1l" data-start="1772" data-end="1944"> <p data-start="1774" data-end="1944">Lead the development of <strong data-start="1798" data-end="1825">core card functionality</strong>, including card provisioning, tokenization, authorization flows, controls, dispute handling, and lifecycle management.</p> </li> <li data-section-id="5jn5jn" data-start="1945" data-end="2085"> <p data-start="1947" data-end="2085">Build and optimize <strong data-start="1966" data-end="1995">consumer card experiences</strong>, including card activation, spending controls, notifications, and transaction visibility.</p> </li> <li data-section-id="59hx1f" data-start="2086" data-end="2205"> <p data-start="2088" data-end="2205">Partner deeply with <strong data-start="2108" data-end="2157">engineering, compliance, risk, and operations</strong> to design reliable and compliant payment flows.</p> </li> <li data-section-id="84q4aa" data-start="2206" data-end="2310"> <p data-start="2208" data-end="2310">Drive integrations with <strong data-start="2232" data-end="2294">wallets, crypto infrastructure, and digital asset products</strong> where relevant.</p> </li> <li data-section-id="1xjcpau" data-start="2311" data-end="2401"> <p data-start="2313" data-end="2401">Translate complex payments infrastructure into <strong data-start="2360" data-end="2400">simple, trusted consumer experiences</strong>.</p> </li> <li data-section-id="1oj4gze" data-start="2402" data-end="2536"> <p data-start="2404" data-end="2536">Monitor card program performance including <strong data-start="2447" data-end="2535">authorization rates, fraud metrics, transaction success, and operational reliability</strong>.</p> </li> <li data-section-id="1vjb674" data-start="2537" data-end="2649"> <p data-start="2539" data-end="2649">Collaborate with external partners and vendors to ensure <strong data-start="2596" data-end="2648">seamless integrations and operational excellence</strong>.</p> </li> <li data-section-id="13c4yqx" data-start="2650" data-end="2747"> <p data-start="2652" data-end="2747">Identify opportunities to improve card economics, product differentiation, and user engagement.</p> </li> </ul> <hr data-start="2749" data-end="2752"> <h1 data-section-id="1282n7w" data-start="2754" data-end="2778">What We’re Looking For</h1> <ul data-start="2780" data-end="3567"> <li data-section-id="xfcxu5" data-start="2780" data-end="2882"> <p data-start="2782" data-end="2882"><strong data-start="2782" data-end="2830">8+ years of Product Management experience</strong>, with meaningful time spent in fintech or payments.</p> </li> <li data-section-id="1ejrjvk" data-start="2883" data-end="2974"> <p data-start="2885" data-end="2974"><strong data-start="2885" data-end="2950">Direct experience launching or scaling a card issuing program</strong> (0→1 or major rebuild).</p> </li> <li data-section-id="1v1jue1" data-start="2975" data-end="3079"> <p data-start="2977" data-end="3079">Deep familiarity with <strong data-start="2999" data-end="3030">card issuing infrastructure</strong>, including banks, processors, and card networks.</p> </li> <li data-section-id="1huvg99" data-start="3080" data-end="3182"> <p data-start="3082" data-end="3182">Experience working with <strong data-start="3106" data-end="3181">authorization flows, transaction lifecycle, disputes, and card controls</strong>.</p> </li> <li data-section-id="1bz0vg0" data-start="3183" data-end="3257"> <p data-start="3185" data-end="3257">Strong understanding of <strong data-start="3209" data-end="3256">payments architecture and financial systems</strong>.</p> </li> <li data-section-id="15toqxb" data-start="3258" data-end="3353"> <p data-start="3260" data-end="3353">Ability to operate in <strong data-start="3282" data-end="3352">fast-moving startup environments with high ownership and ambiguity</strong>.</p> </li> <li data-section-id="q5ld9c" data-start="3354" data-end="3466"> <p data-start="3356" data-end="3466">Proven ability to work cross-functionally with <strong data-start="3403" data-end="3465">engineering, compliance, operations, and external partners</strong>.</p> </li> <li data-section-id="158fcnu" data-start="3467" data-end="3567"> <p data-start="3469" data-end="3567">Strong product instincts and ability to <strong data-start="3509" data-end="3566">translate complex systems into great user experiences</strong>.</p> </li> <li data-section-id="158fcnu" data-start="3467" data-end="3567">Preference for candidates who can work hybrid in our NYC office.&nbsp;</li> </ul> <hr data-start="3569" data-end="3572"> <h1 data-section-id="1dtylgm" data-start="3574" data-end="3588">Nice to Have</h1> <ul data-start="3590" data-end="3985"> <li data-section-id="1q6mea6" data-start="3590" data-end="3665"> <p data-start="3592" data-end="3665">Experience with <strong data-start="3608" data-end="3664">crypto products, wallets, or digital asset platforms</strong>.</p> </li> <li data-section-id="1ivd2bu" data-start="3666" data-end="3749"> <p data-start="3668" data-end="3749">Prior work on <strong data-start="3682" data-end="3748">neobanking, embedded finance, or modern fintech infrastructure</strong>.</p> </li> <li data-section-id="1bj0fnt" data-start="3750" data-end="3823"> <p data-start="3752" data-end="3823">Experience integrating with <strong data-start="3780" data-end="3822">wallets such as Apple Pay / Google Pay</strong>.</p> </li> <li data-section-id="kvq7tb" data-start="3824" data-end="3912"> <p data-start="3826" data-end="3912">Familiarity with <strong data-start="3843" data-end="3911">BIN sponsorship, program management, and card program compliance</strong>.</p> </li> <li data-section-id="9atp5y" data-start="3913" data-end="3985"> <p data-start="3915" data-end="3985">Background working in <strong data-start="3937" data-end="3984">high-growth fintech or early-stage startups</strong>.</p> </li> </ul> <hr data-start="3987" data-end="3990"> <h1 data-section-id="1nlsa90" data-start="3992" data-end="4005">Why Join Us</h1> <ul data-start="4007" data-end="4282"> <li data-section-id="a2vlpi" data-start="4007" data-end="4043"> <p data-start="4009" data-end="4043">Competitive salary + equity plan</p> </li> <li data-section-id="1rvx0kv" data-start="4044" data-end="4059"> <p data-start="4046" data-end="4059">21 days PTO</p> </li> <li data-section-id="1cqv4lo" data-start="4060" data-end="4175"> <p data-start="4062" data-end="4175">Flexible benefits: annual medical allowance, productivity allowance, gym membership/personal well-being subsidy</p> </li> <li data-section-id="d1ju6q" data-start="4176" data-end="4204"> <p data-start="4178" data-end="4204">Annual team retreat trip</p> </li> <li data-section-id="1alpmjn" data-start="4205" data-end="4282"> <p data-start="4207" data-end="4282">Work alongside a team backed by <strong data-start="4239" data-end="4258">Sequoia Capital</strong> with a healthy runway</p> </li> </ul> <hr data-start="4284" data-end="4287"> <h1 data-section-id="11fdawi" data-start="4289" data-end="4303">Compensation</h1> <p data-start="4305" data-end="4416">The base salary for this role is between <strong data-start="4346" data-end="4371">$175,000 and $225,000</strong>, depending on experience, skills, and level.</p> <p data-start="4418" data-end="4472">In addition to base salary, this role is eligible for:</p> <ul data-start="4474" data-end="4524"> <li data-section-id="2922qx" data-start="4474" data-end="4503"> <p data-start="4476" data-end="4503"><strong data-start="4476" data-end="4503">Performance-based bonus</strong></p> </li> <li data-section-id="1j73igt" data-start="4504" data-end="4524"> <p data-start="4506" data-end="4524"><strong data-start="4506" data-end="4524">Equity options</strong></p> </li> </ul> <p data-start="4526" data-end="4632">Total compensation is competitive and aligned with market benchmarks for high-growth technology companies.</p><div class="content-conclusion"><p><strong>Apply now and help us build the future of payments at a global scale!</strong></p></div>