Product Manager I

Lendistry is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We consider applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or membership in any other group protected by federal, state, or local law. If you need assistance or accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at View email address on click.appcast.io. A Day in the Life Reporting to the Senior Product Manager, the Product Manager I will support the design, delivery, and continuous improvement of Lendistry’s business lending platform. This role focuses on managing specific products within the business lending platform that incorporates those features and modules within the loan lifecycle—from origination through the life of loan, including servicing, portfolio management, collections, capital markets, treasury and accounting—while ensuring procedures and technology solutions are scalable, compliant, customer‑centric, and fully adopted across teams. The Product Manager I collaborates with cross‑functional teams to refine business requirements, support Agile delivery, and leverage data‑driven insights for product optimization. Success in this role requires a strong understanding of business lending operations, the ability to coordinate across teams, and excellent execution skills to translate business needs into functional product enhancements. Some travel may be required. Lendistry: Who We Are We’re proud to be the nation’s largest minority‑led, tech‑savvy lender for small businesses and commercial real estate. As a certified Community Development Financial Institution (CDFI) and Community Development Entity (CDE), our mission is all about creating economic opportunities and fueling growth for small business owners and their communities. Join us as we pave the way with innovative financing and financial education! What You’ll Be Doing Partner with the Senior Product Manager to manage the product roadmap and prioritize features and process enhancements based on business needs, compliance requirements, and customer feedback. Own specific product modules or features across the lending lifecycle, ensuring they are developed, tested, and delivered effectively. Collaborate with engineering, QA, originations, portfolio fulfillment, legal, compliance, and risk teams to gather requirements, write user stories, and ensure feature alignment with business goals. Manage sprint planning activities, update Jira boards, and track deliverables to maintain visibility and accountability. Contribute to borrower-, applicant-, investor-, user- and partner-facing features that enhance transparency, usability, and compliance. Support data‑driven decision‑making by partnering with the data and analytics team to track KPIs, monitor adoption, and recommend improvements. Assist in vendor and partner integration projects, including testing and implementation support. Support user acceptance, quality assurance testing of new product features and collaborate across risk, compliance and department teams to ensure compliance and security standards. Provide regular status updates and contribute to management‑level reporting and milestone tracking. Perform other duties as assigned to support the efficient and effective operation of the department and that help to make Lendistry the best place to work! Your Areas of Knowledge and Expertise Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Business, or a related field preferred. 3–5 years of experience in technology, product management, business analysis, or related roles. 2+ years of experience with Agile/Scrum methodologies, project management, or equivalent roles. Experience in financial services, lending technology, or credit operations preferred. Familiarity with API integrations, vendor platforms, and product testing methodologies. Proficiency in Jira, Confluence, and other product management and collaboration tools. Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment. Ability to translate business requirements into clear product specifications. Effective cross‑functional communication and collaboration skills. Analytical mindset with the ability to interpret data and apply insights to product improvements. Comfortable supporting Agile ceremonies and sprint planning activities. Detail‑oriented with a focus on quality, compliance, and borrower experience. Passion for innovation in fintech and supporting small business lending solutions. Why You’ll Love Working Here Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance Generous Paid Time Off Birthday Day Off 12 Paid Company Holidays 401(k) Match FSA and HSA Paid Life InsurancePaid Disability Insurance Pet Insurance Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Professional Development Courses In Office Provided Snacks and Drinks Gym Facilities (LA & Tustin/CEC Offices) In Office Engagement Activities Compensation Range The US base salary range for this full‑time position is $100,000 - $140,000 annually. Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum base salary for new hires for the position across all US locations. Within the range, individual pay is determined by multiple factors like job‑related skills, experience, and state of residence. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range during the interview process. Please note that the compensation details listed in US role postings reflect the base salary only, and do not include any variable compensation elements. Physical Requirements This is a stationary position that requires frequent sitting (approximately 95%), repetitive wrist motions, grasping, speaking, listening, close vision, and the ability to adjust focus. It also may require occasional standing, lifting, carrying of 20lbs or less, walking, kneeling, bending/stooping, twisting, pulling/pushing, and reaching above the shoulder. Employees in this position must be physically able to efficiently perform the essential functions of the position. B.S.D. 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