Product Owner/Project Manager

About Us:

Join our fast-growing fintech team at OptionMetrics, a dynamic and innovative technology company headquartered in New York, NY. We’re transforming the options trading space through cutting-edge technology, intuitive design, and deep financial expertise. As a trusted provider of financial information and research derived from the options markets, our data and analytics are used by over 350 investment banks, hedge funds, asset management firms, and academic institutions worldwide. With a strong commitment to excellence and a collaborative, forward-thinking culture, OptionMetrics continues to lead the industry and attract top-tier talent.

This is a hybrid role for candidates based in Miami, Florida. The position requires in-office presence three days per week to collaborate closely with our executive, product, and engineering teams.

The Opportunity:

We are seeking to add an experienced Product Owner/Product Manager to our team to lead the strategic development and continuous improvement of our retail options trading applications. This role requires a strong blend of financial markets knowledge, technical expertise, and product leadership. You will oversee the full product lifecycle-from concept through launch and ongoing enhancement-ensuring alignment with business objectives and delivering meaningful value to end users.

• This role combines both Product Manager and Product Owner responsibilities, requiring someone who can define product strategy while also owning day-to-day execution and prioritization.
• You will be responsible for setting the product vision and roadmap, while also managing backlog prioritization and working closely with engineering to drive delivery.
• This is an ideal opportunity for someone who enjoys both strategic product thinking and hands-on execution in a collaborative, fast-paced environment.

What You’ll Do:

Product Strategy & Vision

· Define and execute the product roadmap for our retail options trading applications.

· Develop a clear product vision aligned with company goals, user needs, and market opportunities.

· Conduct market research and competitive analysis to identify growth opportunities and product enhancements.

· Drive product positioning, go-to-market strategies, and long-term product direction.

Feature Development & Enhancement

·Own all functional and technical features of the platform.

·Prioritize product improvements based on user feedback, business impact, and technical feasibility.

·Collaborate with engineering teams to define requirements and technical specifications.

·Ensure seamless integration of new features within the platform’s architecture.

Stakeholder Collaboration

·Partner with executives, engineering, design, marketing, and customer success teams to align product initiatives.

·Present product updates, roadmap progress, and strategic recommendations to leadership.

·Support sales and marketing teams with product messaging and positioning.

Product Policy & Pricing

·Develop and optimize product and pricing policies.

·Analyze pricing models and recommend improvements.

·Establish governance frameworks and best practices for product management.

·Monitor key product performance metrics and KPIs.

User Experience & Market Focus

·Champion a user-centric approach to design and development.

·Gather and analyze user feedback through multiple channels.

·Conduct user research and usability testing to inform product decisions.

·Stay up to date on options trading trends, regulatory changes, and market dynamics.

What You Bring:

Required Experience

·5+ years of product management experience, preferably in fintech or financial services.

·3+ years working with options trading platforms or financial markets technology.

·Proven success in launching and scaling digital products.

·Experience collaborating with engineering teams on complex technical products.

Technical & Analytical Skills

·Strong understanding of options trading mechanics, strategies, and market structure.

·Familiarity with financial data feeds, real-time pricing systems, and trading infrastructure.

·Experience with web technologies, APIs, and modern software development practices.

·Proficiency in tools such as Jira, Confluence, and analytics platforms.

·Data-driven approach with expertise in A/B testing, user analytics, and conversion optimization.

·Ability to balance technical constraints with business priorities.

Preferred Qualifications:

·Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Business, or a related field.

·Experience with options market making, institutional trading, or retail brokerage environments.

·Background in UX/UI principles and user research methodologies.

Key Competencies:

·Deep expertise in financial markets, particularly options trading.

·Technical leadership with the ability to collaborate closely with engineering teams.

·Strong analytical mindset and comfort working with data.

·Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

·Proven ability to manage complex projects with multiple stakeholders.

·Innovative thinker with a passion for identifying market opportunities.

What We Offer:

·Competitive base salary and performance-based bonuses

·Equity participation in a growing fintech company.

·Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.

·Opportunities for professional development and continuing education.

·Flexible work arrangements and modern technology stack.

·A chance to shape the future of options trading technology.

Reporting Structure:

This role reports directly to the VP of Product and works closely with the CTO, Head of Engineering, and other senior leaders.