Lead the discovery and definition of key components within Check's payroll infrastructure as a Product Manager.
Posted by employer 3 weeks ago
First seen on Joblaze 2 months ago
Last verified on the company career page 1 day ago
Requirements
- Experience
- 6+ years
Not disclosed in this posting: compensation, visa sponsorship.
Benefits
Joblaze summary
The Product Manager at Check is responsible for leading the development of innovative payroll infrastructure, focusing on simplifying complex payroll and tax systems for diverse businesses. This role requires a strong background in product management, particularly within technology sectors serving enterprise clients, and familiarity with regulatory challenges in payroll. Ideal candidates will thrive in dynamic environments and possess a proven ability to drive cross-functional initiatives that yield significant business results. Check's collaborative culture emphasizes creativity and adaptability, making it suitable for entrepreneurial-minded professionals.
Joblaze insights
- Listed about 2 months ago — first seen on Joblaze September 3, 2026. Last confirmed on Check's careers page November 2, 2026.
Quick facts
- Is the Staff Product Manager role remote?
- It's hybrid — Check expects some on-site time in Remote.
- How much experience is required?
- At least 6 years of relevant experience for this Staff Product Manager role.
- Where is the role based?
- Check is hiring for this position in Remote.
- What seniority level is this role?
- Check targets senior candidates for this position.
- Is this full-time or contract?
- Full-time for this Staff Product Manager role at Check.
From the original posting
The Work
We're looking for an entrepreneurial Product Manager to lead the discovery and definition of key components within our system, helping us build the most powerful payroll infrastructure and make paying people simple for the businesses our partners serve. This role requires a leader who is excited to dive deep into our technology stack, learn the ins and outs of payroll and tax systems, and design scalable infrastructure that sets a new standard for reliability and efficiency in the payroll industry. You'll collaborate closely with Check leadership, engineers, internal teams, and our partners to deliver innovative, high-impact products that advance the future of embedded payroll.
In this role, you will:
Define and prioritize projects that make our payroll infrastructure more powerful and more resilient as we scale
Lead product execution with a bold, opinionated approach, pushing the boundaries of payroll solutions while addressing customer challenges with urgency
Engage with cross-functional experts from our business, engineering, and payroll operations teams to align on strategic goals
Connect directly with Check’s partners—software companies across diverse verticals—to understand their daily challenges and identify opportunities for scaling their payroll businesses
Develop a comprehensive roadmap in partnership with engineering and operations, outlining actionable strategies to build the infrastructure our partners need to scale
Many backgrounds could fit this role, but ideal candidates will have some or all of the following
6+ years of product management experience in technology companies serving enterprise businesses
Experience in complex domains with intricate regulatory and operational requirements; payroll and tax knowledge is a plus
Proven track record of leading cross-functional product initiatives that deliver significant business impact
Ability to thrive in high-ambiguity environments, demonstrating adaptability and problem-solving skills
Dedication to customer needs with a commitment to high-quality execution
Skills in collaborating with diverse stakeholders to drive alignment and positive outcomes
Willingness to attend our annual 3-day company offsite in the fall
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