Lead Product Manager - Remote Role for GCC Markets

About the Role

We're hiring a Lead Product Manager to join our dynamic team at Alpaca, a leading financial services company. In this remote role, you will drive product initiatives and manage a portfolio of existing products across the Saudi and GCC markets. This position is perfect for someone passionate about expanding financial infrastructure and eager to make a significant impact.

What You'll Do

• Own brokerage products tailored for the Saudi and GCC markets, including equities, Sukuk, ETFs, and derivatives offerings.
• Drive brokerage product strategy by analyzing ROI, regional market competition, regulatory requirements, and build-vs-buy scenarios.
• Contribute to the product roadmap and product strategy with a focus on CMA-compliant features, Sharia-compliant solutions, and regional market needs.
• Write product requirements and work with engineers to execute programs that meet local regulatory and market standards.
• Lead customer calls around brokerage process and product issues to gain insights and translate them into product improvements for GCC clients.
• Participate in engagements with the CMA, Tadawul, Edaa, and other regional regulators to drive product strategy and ensure regulatory alignment.
• Improve brokerage operation efficiency by providing solutions and owning the metrics, focusing on regional settlement, custody, and clearing workflows.
• Collaborate with local operations teams to ensure seamless integration between Alpaca’s global platform and KSA/GCC market infrastructure.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, engineering, finance, or equivalent.
• 5+ years of experience in Product Management, Engineering, Consulting, and/or starting a startup, preferably within financial services or fintech.
• Demonstrated interest and experience in brokerage, capital markets, or fintech within the Saudi or GCC region.
• Strong understanding of the CMA regulatory framework, Tadawul market structure, and GCC capital markets landscape.
• Experience analyzing data using SQL and a relevant BI tool.
• Strong communication skills in both Arabic and English, both written and verbal, with excellent collaboration abilities.
• Business acumen to understand tradeoffs between stakeholders and technology feasibility with time and budget constraints.

Nice to Have

• Experience developing brokerage products in the Saudi or GCC markets.
• Technical background working with APIs, particularly in financial services or trading platforms.
• CME-1 or other CMA-recognized professional certifications.
• Experience working with Qualified Foreign Investor (QFI) programs or cross-border investment products.
• Familiarity with Sharia-compliant product structures and Islamic finance principles.

What We Offer

• Competitive Salary & Stock Options
• Health Benefits
• New Hire Home-Office Setup: One-time USD $500
• Monthly Stipend: USD $150 per month via a Brex Card