Charles Schwab

Sr Manager, Digital Product Management

Charles Schwab$100K — $130K *
Finance & Insurance
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 7-10 years in digital product management, preferably in Financial Services or Fintech
  • 5+ years of experience with Agile methodologies
  • Proven track record in leading complex product backlogs
  • Strong stakeholder management and communication skills
  • Experience in regulated environments with solid documentation practices
  • Comfortable balancing delivery and production support responsibilities
  • Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without employer sponsorship.

Responsibilities

  • Own and drive the product backlog for trading and portfolio management capabilities
  • Translate complex business needs into structured epics and user stories
  • Prioritize work across features, production support, and technical debt
  • Lead backlog refinement, sprint planning, and PI planning
  • Partner with engineering and QA for testable, scalable solutions
  • Act as the primary liaison between stakeholders and delivery teams
  • Oversee production support, including issue triage and resolution.

Benefits

  • Opportunity to lead a pivotal role in a high-impact team
  • Work in a dynamic Agile environment
  • Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams
  • Engagement in cutting-edge fintech solutions
  • Support for career development and learning opportunities
  • Exposure to regulated financial environments and practices.
Full Job Description

We are looking for a highly motivated and experiencedSrDigital Product Manager (individual contributor)to join the Digital Investing Products and Platforms team. In this role, you will lead the backlog and delivery of portfolio management capabilities supporting Schwabs robo-advisor product - Schwab Intelligent Portfolios (SIP).

This role is accountable for translating strategic direction into high-quality execution, ensuring trading logic, trading workflows, and supporting tools deliver accurate, scalable, and compliant outcomes. You will serve as a senior voice within the Agile team, driving execution, shaping priorities, and maintaining operational excellence.

Backlog Leadership & Execution

  • Own and drive the product backlog for trading and portfolio management capabilities (trading logic, drift detection, tax loss harvesting)
  • Translate complex business needs into well-structured epics and user stories with clear acceptance criteria
  • Prioritize work across features, production support, and technical debt, balancing risk, value, and delivery feasibility
  • Understand and appreciate technology driven work just as much as business driven work

Agile Delivery Excellence

  • Lead backlog refinement, sprint planning, and PI planning with a focus on readiness and clarity
  • Partner closely with engineering and QA to ensure solutions are testable, scalable, and high quality
  • Validate and accept completed work, ensuring alignment to business outcomes and production readiness

Cross-Functional Influence

  • Act as the primary liaison between stakeholders and delivery teams, influencing priorities and trade-offs
  • Drive alignment across Product, Engineering, Operations, Risk, and Portfolio Management
  • Proactively manage dependencies, risks, and escalations

Production Stability & Risk Ownership

  • Oversee production support, including issue triage, resolution, and validation
  • Lead incident response efforts and ensure root cause analysis drives sustained improvements
  • Ensure all work meets regulatory, audit, and control requirements with strong documentation and traceability
What you have

Required Qualifications

  • 7-10 years of experience in digital product management, preferably with 5+ years in the Financial Services, Fintech, or related industries
  • Experience with Agile product development methodologies
  • Strong experience owning and leading complex product backlogs with clear, testable requirements
  • Comfort operating in a role that blends delivery + production support
  • Strong stakeholder management and communication skills with the ability to influence decisions and align across teams
  • Experience working in regulated environments with disciplined documentation and risk management practices
  • Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis without employer sponsorship.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience using SQL (or similar querying tools) to analyze data, investigate production issues, and validate outcomes
  • Familiarity with leveraging AI tools (e.g., copilots, automation assistants) to increase efficiency in backlog management, documentation, analysis, and day-to-day delivery activities

About Charles Schwab

Charles Schwab is a financial services company that provides a full range of securities, brokerage, banking, money management, financial advisory, investor, and retirement plan services. It operates in four main divisions; investing, wealth management, banking, and trading. Charles Schwab provides a full-service brokerage platform that serves individual investors who invest on their own or through a workplace-sponsored retirement or equity plan, as well as banking through Schwab Bank. The firm was founded in 1973 and is headquartered in San Francisco, California.

Charles Schwab Careers

Join the vibrant team at Charles Schwab, a leader in global finance, where your career is propelled by innovation, leadership, and a commitment to diversity and professional growth. At Charles Schwab, we offer more than just job opportunities; we provide a platform for you to make a significant impact on the industry and our clients' lives.

Work You’ll Do

At Charles Schwab, we are dedicated to helping our clients manage their financial futures. Being part of our team means you'll work alongside some of the most skilled professionals in the financial services industry. Our culture thrives on teamwork, integrity, and relentless dedication to our clients. Whether you're looking for a position in financial consulting, technology, or administrative support, Charles Schwab offers a dynamic work environment where your skills will be honed and your achievements recognized.

Innovate and Lead

Embrace the opportunity to lead through innovation. Charles Schwab’s commitment to technology and innovation is fundamental to our service delivery. By joining our team, you will be at the forefront of developing new solutions that redefine the future of finance. Your leadership can guide significant projects that impact our company and the industry.

Grow Your Career

Charles Schwab believes in fostering the growth of its employees. Whether through professional development programs, diversity training, or leadership workshops, we ensure that our team members receive the support and training they need to advance their careers. With a variety of career paths available, your job at Schwab can evolve with your interests and expertise.

Internship and Employment Opportunities

Start your professional journey with Charles Schwab through our internship programs or full-time employment opportunities. We seek individuals who are passionate, curious, and ready to drive change. A career at Schwab is not just about having a job; it's about building a lasting relationship with a company that values your potential.

Benefits and Culture

Charles Schwab is renowned for its employee-friendly culture. We offer a comprehensive benefits package that supports the health, financial stability, and work-life balance of our team members. From competitive salaries and bonuses to health insurance and retirement plans, Schwab ensures that your career is as rewarding as it is enriching.

Networking and Professional Development

Expand your professional network and enhance your skills through our various networking events, mentorship programs, and training sessions. At Charles Schwab, we believe in leveraging collective expertise to foster learning and innovation. Engage with leaders, gain insights from experienced professionals, and build relationships that will aid your career trajectory.

Join Our Team

Explore the numerous career paths available at Charles Schwab and discover how your talents can be utilized to their fullest potential. Search open positions that match your skills and interests. We are continuously hiring across various disciplines and look forward to adding innovative, driven individuals to our team.

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Learn more about Charles Schwab
Size
34,200 employees
Market Cap
$151.6 billion
Industry
Net Income
$3.2 billion
Founded
1973
5 Year Trend
+20%
Revenue
$12.1 billion
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