Payments Network Product Manager

Posted 2 Days Ago
New York, NY
In-Office
190K-310K
Senior level
Blockchain • Fintech • Payments • Financial Services • Cryptocurrency • Web3 • Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS)
Rain is building the global payments infrastructure for the stablecoin era.
The Role
Lead the development and optimization of payments network capabilities, focusing on card networks and payment processing. Drive product initiatives and analytics to improve transaction performance and compliance across global networks.
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Overview

At Rain, we’re rebuilding the global financial pipes money flows through. Our infrastructure makes stablecoins usable in the real world by powering credit card transactions, cross-border payments, B2B purchases, remittances, and more. We partner with fintechs, neobanks, and institutions to help them launch solutions that are global, inclusive, and efficient. If you’re curious, bold, and excited to help shape a borderless financial system, we’d love to talk.

Our Ethos

Operating at the epicenter of stablecoin innovation means moving fast and thinking globally. Our team reflects the diverse, international audiences we serve. We hire people who stay agile as the tide ebbs and flows, fix what’s broken without waiting, chase trends before they peak, and remember to have fun through it all.

What we're looking for

Rain is seeking a Product Manager with deep expertise in card networks and payment processing to lead the development and optimization of our payments network capabilities. This role requires a strategic thinker with a strong technical understanding of card scheme operations, transaction routing, and settlement processes, along with the ability to drive product initiatives that improve performance, reduce costs, and ensure compliance across global networks. You’ll work cross-functionally with engineering, compliance, operations, and partner teams to expand our network integrations, optimize transaction economics, and deliver best-in-class payment experiences for our users.

What you'll do

  • Own the end-to-end roadmap for network integrations and payments infrastructure.

  • Define product requirements and KPIs for transaction routing, authorization optimization, interchange efficiency, and settlement accuracy.

  • Collaborate with executives to align product strategy with business and revenue goals.

  • Serve as the in-house expert on card network rules, mandates, interchange structures, and scheme fee frameworks.

  • Ensure the product complies with evolving card scheme regulations and regional payment requirements.

  • Partner closely with engineering to design and deliver scalable network integration architectures.

  • Work with compliance, and legal to ensure network compliance and data security.

  • Coordinate with operations and finance teams on settlement reconciliation, fee forecasting, and dispute management.

  • Manage relationships with external acquirers.

  • Analyze network performance metrics (authorization rates, decline codes, latency, interchange costs).

  • Develop tools and dashboards to monitor and improve transaction success rates and economics.

What you'll bring to Rain

  • 8+ years of experience in payments, preferably with a focus on card network operations or issuer/acquirer relationships.

  • Deep understanding of Visa, Mastercard, Amex, and regional payment networks.

  • Strong knowledge of authorization flows, settlement, chargebacks, and interchange.

  • Proven ability to translate complex financial and regulatory systems into product requirements.

  • Experience working with payment processors, gateways, or payment orchestration platforms.

  • Technical fluency with APIs, data models, and transaction lifecycle workflows.

  • Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills — able to operate effectively with engineering and executive teams alike.

  • Bachelor’s degree in Business, Economics, Finance, or Computer Science; MBA or equivalent experience preferred.

Desirable but not mandatory

  • Prior experience at a card network, issuer processor, or acquirer.

  • Exposure to tokenization, network token services (MDES/VTS), network mandates, or EMV and PCI compliance.

  • Familiarity with global payments ecosystems, including cross-border or real-time payment systems.

  • Blockchain knowledge

Benefits

Our team works hard, so we make sure our benefits do too. Here’s what you can expect as a Rainmaker:

  • Top-tier coverage: We cover 95% of Medical, Dental, and Vision premiums.

  • 401(k) with matching: Invest in your future, just like we’re investing in ours.

  • Ownership that matters: Every team member gets equity because we believe in building together.

  • Work your way: Flexible hybrid setup with a prime SoHo office for NYC-based teammates.

  • Unlimited PTO: Because time to rest and reset is just as important as time to ship.

  • Product-first perks: Monthly budget to test our cards and features like a real user.

  • Wellness support: Monthly stipend to spend on fitness, therapy, or whatever keeps you thriving.

  • Home office setup: One-time stipend to create a space that works for you.

  • Team connection: Frequent company events, team dinners, and offsites to stay connected.

Compensation will vary based on experience from $190,000-$310,000

Top Skills

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APIs
Card Networks (Visa
Mastercard
Payment Orchestration Platforms
Payment Processing

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The Company
HQ: New York, NY
40 Employees
Year Founded: 2021

What We Do

Our technology makes it easy for companies—from fast-growing startups to global fintechs—to integrate stablecoins into their products, platforms, and payment flows. Whether they’re launching a credit card program, enabling cross-border payments, or embedding wallets, Rain builds the tools to do it fast, flexibly, and compliantly.

We’re built for the next generation of global finance. Our infrastructure combines the stability of trusted payment networks with the power of Web3—multi-chain support, 7-day-a-week settlement, and seamless stablecoin interoperability. We help companies unlock real-world use cases for digital assets without the regulatory headaches or crypto complexity.

Rain is a Visa Principal Member and is trusted by over 130 organizations worldwide. We’ve processed hundreds of millions of dollars in transactions across 150+ countries—and we’re just getting started.

If you’re excited about building the future of payments, we’re always looking for more Rainmakers to help us make money move—instantly, globally, and securely.

Why Work With Us

Rain is building frontier fintech at a moment of real regulatory clarity, which has unlocked a massive new market for stablecoins. Backed by top institutional and crypto-native investors, we’re a lean team with a big mission. All Rainmakers take on real ownership, tackle complex problems, and have fun doing it.

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Rain Offices

Hybrid Workspace

Employees engage in a combination of remote and on-site work.

Typical time on-site: 4 days a week
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Our NYC office is located in the heart of Soho. We're surrounded by great shops, cafes, and restaurants, and conveniently located near multiple express and local subways.

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