American Express

Senior Product Manager - Agentic Commerce

American Express • $130K — $160K *
Finance & Insurance
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 4+ years of experience in product management or a similar role
  • Strong customer empathy and product intuition
  • Curiosity to understand complex systems and identify opportunities
  • Highly organized self-starter with a proven business track record
  • Ability to communicate effectively with both technical and non-technical partners
  • Proven experience collaborating with engineering teams
  • Detail-oriented with strong problem-solving skills
  • Excellent communication skills for cross-functional collaboration

Responsibilities

  • Define and deliver foundational capabilities for secure agentic commerce
  • Align product strategy and roadmaps across issuer and network perspectives
  • Monitor industry trends to balance execution priorities with long-term strategy
  • Collaborate on authentication, authorization, and trust infrastructure capabilities
  • Drive alignment on platform architecture and ecosystem strategy
  • Identify technical solutions and shape product requirements with engineering
  • Define data flow strategies to support fraud prevention and servicing

Benefits

  • Opportunity to work with cutting-edge AI technologies
  • Access to a trusted, closed-loop network for secure transactions
  • Collaboration with cross-functional teams in a dynamic environment
  • Engagement with industry-leading partners and stakeholders
  • Potential for career growth within a premium brand organization
Full Job Description
We are seeking a Senior Product Manager to lead product strategy and platform development for Agentic Commerce at American Express. This position will focus on the strategy and execution required to enable seamless, secure agent-driven transactions, including defining the experiences, platform capabilities, and trust frameworks needed to scale across partners and future use cases. This person will build a strong command of emerging agentic commerce protocols, existing card payments infrastructure, and new interaction models. Partnering closely with engineering, product, and cross-functional teams, this Product Manager will shape intuitive and delightful commerce journeys powered by AI agents. As a trusted, closed-loop network, American Express is uniquely positioned to extend its authentication, authorization, identity, and risk capabilities into AI-powered commerce experiences while preserving Card Member visibility and control over agent-initiated activity. By leveraging our membership model, premium brand, and differentiated data assets, this person will help define the experiences and capabilities that create value for Card Members, merchants, partners, and the broader ecosystem. Responsibilities Product Strategy and Roadmap 3 Partner across American Express to define and deliver foundational capabilities that enable secure, scalable agentic commerce across the payments ecosystem3 Align product strategy, requirements, and roadmaps across issuer and network perspectives to ensure scalable and interoperable solutions3 Keep a pulse on industry trends, balancing near-term execution priorities with long-term strategy to support the overall product vision Platform Technology 3 Collaborate on the development of capabilities related to authentication, authorization, tokenization, spend controls, identity, merchant enablement, and trust infrastructure.3 Drive alignment on long-term platform architecture, operating models, and ecosystem strategy to support future scale.3 Partner deeply with engineering teams to understand and develop a perspective on how to apply evolving technologies (Agent-to-Agent Protocol, Agentic Payments Protocol, x402, Web Bot Auth, Trusted Agent Protocol, Model Context Protocol, and others) for AI agent-facilitated payments Product Delivery & Partner Enablement 3 Balance the needs of customers, internal stakeholders, leadership, and external partners while working with engineering to identify technical solutions, shape product requirements, and deliver platform capabilities that advance Agentic Commerce experiences 3 Bring structure to ambiguous, cross-ecosystem problems by defining how data flows across merchants, PSPs, and AI/LLM partners to support fraud, servicing, and Card Member experiences3 Work with Business Development teams to evaluate, influence and operationalize partner requirements, and with Product Enablement teams on go-to-market strategies Risk and Compliance 3 Partner closely with Fraud and Servicing to define strategies for fraud prevention, dispute management, and call or chat handling related to agentic transactions3 Partner with internal stakeholders such as Legal, Compliance, and Risk teams to develop and adhere to governance principles and payments regulations to ensure compliant and secure payment experiences Qualifications Minimum Qualifications: 3 4+ years of experience in product management/development, or similar role3 Enthusiasm for exceptional products and services, deep customer empathy, keen product intuition, and skilled at articulation of product functionality3 Curiosity and a hunger to understand how things work, with the ability to use that knowledge to make connections, identify opportunities, and push the innovation agenda within a large company.3 Highly organized self-starter with strong ownership mentality and business track record3 Understanding of tech and product development processes, with the ability to communicate with and influence both technical and non-technical partners3 Ability to reconcile competing needs across customers, stakeholders, and partners, making effective decisions and gaining buy in3 Proven partner to engineering and comfortable discussing technical trade-offs; known as a business person who can talk tech3 Detail oriented, able to identify key questions, and assess how pieces of the puzzle interact and affect the overall product3 Ability to recognize issues quickly and determine how to get a resolution through creative and efficient problem solving3 Skilled at balancing big picture strategy and tactical details3 Team player, comfortable with ambiguity, adaptable, accountable, and highly organized3 Excellent communication skills across cross functional teams with the ability to engage, influence, and inspire partners to drive collaboration and alignment.3 Willingness to be creative within the bounds of the highly regulated financial services environment Preferred Qualifications 3 Experience with digital payments including digital wallets, fraud prevention, disputes, and payment processing Employment eligibility to work with American Express in the United States is required as the company will not pursue visa sponsorship for these positions. The below represents the expected salary range for this job requisition. Ultimately, in determining your pay, we9ll consider your location, experience, and other job-related factors.

About American Express

Amex provides industrial services to the coatings and linings sector, providing support for commercial, industrial, and maritime projects such as petrochemical, power, and water treatment industries. They offer painting services for steel structures, storage tank linings and coatings, pipelines, floors, and marine vessels such as ships, tugboats, and barges.

American Express Careers

Join the vibrant team at American Express, a global leader in financial services, and be part of a company that values innovation, leadership, and diversity. At American Express, we offer more than just job opportunities; we provide a platform for professional growth and a chance to be part of a culture that is committed to excellence and inclusive growth. Work You’ll Do At American Express, we are dedicated to helping our employees reach their full potential. With a variety of career paths available in areas such as technology, marketing, finance, and customer service, American Express is the perfect place to advance your career. Our team is composed of highly skilled professionals who thrive on innovation and collaboration. Join our team and contribute to a company known for its prestigious history of leadership in the credit card industry. Engage in meaningful work that makes a real impact on our global scale business operations. American Express Leadership and Development Programs We believe in nurturing the leadership skills of our employees with extensive training programs and leadership development opportunities. Our commitment to professional growth is evident in our comprehensive benefits package that supports both personal and professional development. Internship Opportunities Start your career with an internship at American Express and gain valuable industry experience. Our internships offer a chance to develop skills, work on challenging projects, and learn from leaders in the industry. Interns at American Express are considered integral members of the team and are given responsibilities that provide a real insight into their future career paths. Diversity and Inclusion At American Express, diversity and inclusion are at the core of our company culture. We are committed to building a diverse workforce and inclusive environment where every employee feels valued and inspired. We offer diversity training programs that empower our employees to thrive and lead in a global marketplace. Networking and Innovation Our employees enjoy unparalleled opportunities for networking and personal growth through our global connections and innovative projects. American Express encourages a culture of innovation that helps propel our company and your career forward. Career Benefits and Growth American Express is dedicated to the growth of its employees. We offer competitive benefits, including health, retirement plans, and family leave, ensuring that our team members have the support they need to succeed both at work and in their personal lives. Join Our Team Explore the job opportunities and open positions at American Express. We are continuously hiring talented individuals who are passionate about their careers and interested in working for a company that offers a dynamic and supportive environment. Stay Connected Keep up to date with the latest from American Express Careers by following our career blog and signing up for job alert emails. Tailor your subscription to receive updates that match your skills and interests. Discover the exciting and rewarding career opportunities that await at American Express. SEARCH AMERICAN EXPRESS JOBS Whether you are looking for a full-time position, an internship, or a leadership opportunity, American Express offers a path to a rewarding career. Join us and make a difference with your passion, creativity, and drive.
Learn more about American Express
Size
64,000 employees
Market Cap
$108.1 billion
Industry
Net Income
$3.1 billion
Founded
1850
5 Year Trend
+3.5%
Revenue
$37 billion
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