Promise

A modern payment processing platform focused on government agencies.

Product Implementation Manager

$110K - $185K
Location
Washington, D.C. / Oakland, CA, US
Job Type
Full-time
Experience
6+ years
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About the role

Company Overview

Promise empowers utilities and government agencies to create flexible, affordable solutions for individuals struggling with debt. Our innovative approach to payment plans and relief distribution significantly improves enrollment and recovery rates, helping individuals clear debts faster and reducing delinquencies for our partners.

We treat people facing financial difficulties with respect and dignity, providing the tools and resources they need to thrive. Our team includes experts from companies like Palantir, Google, Stripe , and esteemed government leaders.

Backed by over $50 million in funding from top investors such as 8VC, Kapor Capital, XYZ Ventures, and Howard Schultz, we've been recognized as one of Fast Company's "World's Most Innovative Companies of 2022."

Role Overview

As a Product Implementation Manager, you will serve as a vital link between government agencies and their constituents, crafting impactful software solutions that accelerate government relief programs. You will join a passionate team of engineers and operational experts committed to uplifting underserved communities. By deeply understanding customer challenges, you will use strategic problem solving, product intuition, and empathy to deliver data-informed solutions where they are needed most.

What You'll Do

  • Demonstrate grit and a 'whatever it takes' attitude to make our product successful with customers, addressing challenges proactively.
  • Collaborate with government entities to understand diverse relief programs and evaluate customer needs, co-creating innovative solutions.
  • Establish and track success metrics (e.g., program enrollment rates, benefit distribution efficiency) to ensure our products serve a broad audience effectively.
  • Identify opportunities for product enhancements, experimentation, and launching new government relief initiatives.
  • Partner closely with engineers to adapt and enhance Promise’s solutions in alignment with customer goals.

What Will Enable You

  • A strong desire to empower people through government relief programs and enhance public service efficiency.
  • A minimum of 5 years of experience collaborating with government entities or highly regulated industries.
  • A completed undergraduate degree in a technical or analytical field, such as Mechanical Engineering, Math, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, etc.
  • A robust analytical mindset combined with a passion for using data to solve real-world problems.
  • Ability to travel as required by customer needs, potentially 50% or more.

Promise is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any applicant or employee because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, genetic information, age, or military or veteran status. Additionally, the Company complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every jurisdiction in which it operates. Promise is committed to promoting diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We also provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities, pregnant individuals, and those with sincerely held religious beliefs, in accordance with applicable laws.

Promise engages in US government contracts and restricts hiring to US persons, which includes US citizens and permanent residents (e.g., Green Card holders). Additionally, candidates must reside in the US.

About Promise

Promise modernizes and humanizes government payments. We are a comprehensive payments platform that increases revenue and efficiency for government agencies by making it easier to pay. We help residents navigate payments with dignity and ease and help them avoid the negative consequences of non-payment. Promise’s win-win services strengthen the bond between government agencies and the communities which they serve.

We need a technically-strong and values-oriented product development team to make this possible. We want people who are passionate about building technical solutions that are rooted in empathy, simplicity, and accessibility while being performant, scalable, and secure. You would be a foundational member of our small mission driven team, helping to build amazing customer-focused software from concept through implementation.

Promise
Founded:2017
Team Size:70
Status:
Active
Location:Oakland, CA
Founders
Phaedra Ellis-Lamkins
Phaedra Ellis-Lamkins
Founder
Diana Frappier
Diana Frappier
Founder