Altruist is looking for a high-caliber Staff or Senior Product Manager to lead our trading experience. This is a central, high-visibility role responsible for the strategic vision and end-to-end roadmap of our trading functionality. We are looking for a sharp, ambitious leader with a strong foundation in fintech or financial services and the intellectual curiosity to master the complexities of trading to build the future of investment management.
Responsibilities
Own the strategic direction and long-term roadmap for Altruist's trading platform, serving as a key leader in a high-visibility role that impacts every advisor on our platform
Architect a comprehensive product strategy for trading functionality, balancing the need for rapid innovation with the extreme reliability required for financial execution
Drive cross-functional execution across Engineering, Design, and Operations to translate complex trading workflows into seamless, high-performance advisor experiences
Lead high-stakes technical and vendor decisions , evaluating internal builds against third-party integrations to ensure a scalable and resilient trading ecosystem
Utilize AI-driven workflows and prototyping to accelerate the product development lifecycle and maintain a competitive edge in product management
Serve as the primary authority on trading product health , monitoring key performance metrics and directing resources to resolve systemic bottlenecks or capitalize on market shifts
Liaise with Compliance and Trading Operations to ensure all product strategies align with the rigorous demands of a regulated financial environment
What you bring
8+ years of product management experience from a high-caliber tech firm or fintech, where you have a proven track record of launching and scaling complex products
Prior experience in trading or investment platforms is a significant plus ; while deep expertise isn't required, familiarity with OMS/EMS workflows, order types, or market mechanics will accelerate your impact
Foundational financial acumen , including a solid grasp of investment management terms, calculations, and the operational needs of a professional broker-dealer
Deep technical literacy , enabling you to engage as a peer with engineers, challenge technical assumptions, and understand system trade-offs
Exceptional communication skills, with the ability to distill abstract strategic goals into concrete requirements and get diverse stakeholders across the company on board
Operational flexibility to support US market hours , ensuring product leadership and coverage are available during the most critical windows of the trading day
Hybrid based in San Francisco, Los Angeles, or Dallas to maintain close proximity to our core product, engineering, and operations leadership
Bachelor's degree required. MBA and/or CFA designation preferred
What we bring
Attracting and retaining top-tier talent is a priority. We are proud of the culture we've built and are cognizant of the ever-changing professional landscape. Our dynamic offering of perks and benefits are tailored for you to feel your best while doing your best.
A hybrid work schedule for most positions to promote strong, in-person collaboration.
Stunning, amenity-filled office spaces in Culver City, CA, San Francisco, CA, and Dallas, TX. Our offices are intentionally designed for comfort, collaboration, and productivity.
Competitive pay and equity for eligible positions.
Premium healthcare, dental, and vision insurance plans (HMO and PPO).
401k savings plan with a 4% match and immediate vesting.
16 week paid parental leave after one year of employment.
Professional growth and development opportunities includin
Benefits
Health insuranceDental insuranceVision insurance401(k)Equity / stock optionsParental leave
Additional Information
About Altruist
Altruist is transforming the multi-trillion dollar wealth management industry by building an AI platform for wealth professionals. We partner with financial advisors nationwide, empowering them to grow, optimize time and resources, and deliver superior outcomes for their clients.
We're looking for exceptional talent to help us achieve our mission of making financial advice better, more affordable, and accessible to all. If you're passionate about challenging the status quo and want to do the most important work of your life, we'd love to meet you!
But first, our values
Kindness - Kindness doesn't just equal niceness. We listen to understand. We embrace, and encourage healthy debate and diverse perspectives. We approach conflict openly, honestly, and respectfully.
Brilliance - Humility is the skill we're most proud of and possessing a growth mindset is always top of mind. We take ownership in everything we touch; regularly using our unique superpowers to reach a common goal as a team. We succeed and fail as one.
Grit - When challenges arise, we stay laser focused on achieving our mission and finding a way forward, even when it's hard. We are nimble and maintain a sense of urgency, swiftly adapting to change and overcoming obstacles.
Altruist · Chicago, IL