Principal Product Manager - (Data Products)

As a Principal Product Manager - Data Products at MANTL, your responsibilities will include leading the lifecycle of our data and integration products from discovery to implementation. You'll work on driving our reporting and analytics suite, crafting strategies for data access and analytics, and defining our integrations strategy. You'll be at the forefront of customer engagement, collaborating with various stakeholders to identify pain points and opportunities in the fintech space.

To qualify as a Principal Product Manager - Data Products at MANTL, you should have 6–10+ years of experience in product management, especially within B2B SaaS or fintech sectors. Familiarity with data products, API platforms, and a strong grasp of banking technology stacks are crucial. You should be well-versed in SQL, BI tools, and agile methodologies, along with having experience in collaboration with engineering and analytics teams.

At MANTL, we prioritize a user-centered approach in our product development for data products. As a Principal Product Manager, you will collaborate closely with customers, design teams, and engineering partners to ensure our data solutions are not only powerful but also intuitive and easy to use. We're committed to constantly iterating and improving our products based on user feedback and market trends, ensuring we stay at the forefront of the fintech sector.

The API strategy is integral to the role of Principal Product Manager - Data Products at MANTL. You'll define and evolve how our platform integrates with other fintech services and ensure that we maintain best-in-class API standards. This involves working closely with engineering to drive extensibility and performance across critical fintech verticals such as KYC and fraud detection. Your expertise will help shape a robust integrations ecosystem that enhances the MANTL platform.

In the role of Principal Product Manager - Data Products at MANTL, you have ample opportunity for innovation, especially concerning AI/ML applications and enhancing data integrations. By leveraging advanced technologies and innovative methodologies, you can drive improvements across our products and help unlock new value for our users. Your insights will be vital in identifying gaps in the market and proposing unique solutions that align with our mission.

When discussing your experience with product lifecycle management, focus on specific examples where you've led products through various stages—discovery, design, implementation, and iteration. Highlight your methodologies, like agile practices, and how you've utilized user feedback to drive product improvements. Your goal is to show how your strategic thinking and execution skills have positively impacted product outcomes.

In response to this question, share innovative ideas that enhance data accessibility, such as developing user-friendly dashboards, improving API documentation, or utilizing self-service analytics tools. Discuss your familiarity with user research and how you plan to gather insights from stakeholders to inform your strategies. Show how these improvements can bring value to end-users and enhance their experience.

When answering this question, emphasize your ability to balance stakeholder needs with product vision. Discuss using frameworks like RICE (Reach, Impact, Confidence, Effort) or MoSCoW (Must Have, Should Have, Could Have, Won't Have) for prioritization. Mention the importance of regular communication with stakeholders to manage expectations and ensure alignment with broader business goals.

When discussing a challenge, provide a specific scenario that showcases your problem-solving skills. Detail the context of the challenge, your approach to addressing it, and the outcomes of your actions. Highlight your analytical thinking and ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams to turn challenges into opportunities for growth and improvement.

Be prepared to share insights on emerging trends in fintech, such as advancements in AI, integration solutions, or regulatory changes. Discuss how these trends can impact MANTL’s products and your suggestions for strategic adaptations. Showing your awareness of market dynamics and proactive thinking illustrates that you’re well-equipped to lead product strategies effectively.

In your response, emphasize the importance of having a customer-first mindset. Discuss strategies you implement, such as conducting user interviews, usability testing, and collecting customer feedback regularly. Illustrate how these practices help you design products that are not only functional but also enjoyable to use, ensuring they meet and exceed customer expectations.

When addressing this question, share specific experiences related to API development and data integrations, detailing your role in these projects. Highlight any collaborations with engineering teams and your familiarity with best practices in API design and management. Discuss how your experience positions you to excel in defining MANTL’s integrations strategy.

When asked about SQL experience, share a specific instance where you've used SQL to derive insights or make data-driven decisions in product management. Explain how your SQL skills have enabled you to analyze user behavior, track product performance metrics, or create data reports that inform your product strategies.

Show your commitment to professional development by sharing specific resources, like industry publications, blogs, podcasts, or webinars you follow. Talk about attending conferences or networking with other professionals in the fintech space. This will demonstrate your dedication to continuous learning and staying ahead in product management and fintech trends.

In answering this question, stress the importance of clear communication, establishing shared goals, and fostering a culture of collaboration. Offer examples of how you've successfully motivated teams from different disciplines (engineering, design, marketing) to work toward a common objective. This highlights your leadership style and ability to create a cohesive working environment.