Technical Project Manager (Payments) | Ruby Labs

About us

Ruby Labs is a leading tech company that creates and operates innovative consumer products. We offer a diverse range of opportunities across the health, education, and entertainment industries. Our innovative teams are driving the future of consumer-led products, and we're always looking for passionate individuals to join us. Learn more about our story at: https://rubylabs.com/about-us/

About the role

We're looking for a technically-minded project and product leader to drive our payment integration initiatives and the development of our internal payment orchestration system. If you're passionate about payment technology, thrive in coordinating complex technical implementations, and enjoy bridging the gap between business requirements and technical execution – we want to talk to you!

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate integration and implementation projects for new payment service providers while facilitating the development of the Payment Orchestration System MVP.

• Collaborate closely with the engineering and integration teams to synchronize their efforts, ensuring timely delivery of projects and features while maintaining high quality throughout the development process.

• Adapt and implement an appropriate Agile framework (such as SCRUM or Kanban) tailored to our team dynamics, leading daily stand-ups, sprint/cycle planning, and other Agile ceremonies.

• Prioritize and manage the product backlog to align with the strategic goals of the team and stakeholder expectations.

• Oversee task management using platforms like JIRA (or our anticipated migration to Plane.so), ensuring accurate tracking of project progress.

• Maintain and update project and product documentation as well as technical specifications, ensuring all necessary information is shared and easily accessible using Outline.

• Collaborate with the Head of Payments and Billing, Solution Architect, and engineering teams to ensure successful delivery of projects.

• Facilitate regular communication and progress reporting to stakeholders.

• Enhance team collaboration and productivity by implementing best practices in Agile project management and product ownership.

• Support testing and quality assurance processes related to billing and payment subsystems.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in project management and/or product ownership, preferably in a technical or software development context.

• Strong understanding of Agile methodologies and experience applying these practices.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build rapport across technical and non-technical teams.

• Experience managing technical projects, particularly in integration or SaaS environments.

• Proficient with project management and collaboration tools (JIRA, Confluence, Plane.so, Outline, Slack, etc.).

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with attention to detail.

• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously.

Nice to have

• Experience in the fintech or digital payments sector.

• Familiarity with payment gateways and service providers (e.g., Stripe, PayPal).

• Understanding of payment orchestration and billing systems.

• Background in software development or technical requirements gathering.

• Experience with low-code platforms and understanding of REST APIs and webhook implementations.

Location

Ruby Labs operates within the CET (Central European Time) zone. Applicants from any country are welcome to apply for the position as long as they are located within approximately ± 4 hours of CET. This ensures optimal collaboration and communication during working hours.

Benefits

Discover the perks of being part of our vibrant team! We offer:

• Remote Work Environment: Embrace the freedom to work from anywhere, anytime, promoting a healthy work-life balance.

• Unlimited PTO: Enjoy unlimited paid time off to recharge and prioritize your well-being, without counting days.

• Paid National Holidays: Celebrate and relax on national holidays with paid time off to unwind and recharge.

• Flexible Independent Contractor Agreement: Unlock the benefits of flexibility, autonomy, and entrepreneurial opportunities. Benefit from tax advantages, networking opportunities, reduced employment obligations, and the freedom to work from anywhere. Read more about it here: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1dHF4ctKlez75whdn-ybUwP5d5Wr0BdwVrorrm_fM40Q/preview

Be part of our fast-growing team and seize this excellent opportunity for personal and professional growth!

Interview Process

After submitting your application, we conduct a thorough review which typically takes 3 to 5 days, but may occasionally take longer due to the volume of applications received. If we see a potential fit, we proceed with the following steps:

• Recruiter Screening (40 minutes)

• Technical Interview (90 minutes)

• Final Interview (60 minutes)

Life at Ruby Labs

At Ruby Labs, we are more than a team; we're a community united in pushing the boundaries of technology and innovation. Our combined passion fuels our ambition for excellence, driving impact that resonates around the globe.

We are an equal-opportunity employer and celebrate diversity, recognizing that a diversity of thought and backgrounds builds stronger teams. We approach diversity and inclusion seriously and thoughtfully. We do not discriminate based on race, ethnicity, religion, color, place of birth, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, military service status, or disability status. Join us and be part of a company that is crafting the future of technology across multiple industries.

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