Senior Product Manager (Crypto/DeFi)

About us

First Digital is a digital asset focused trust, custody, financial technology company at the vanguard of the emerging digitalization of assets, where the full value for your worldly assets can finally unite like other digital data. Our best-in-class custodian and near-banking layer enables previously unattainable options for payments, asset management and access to products that can help enhance financial inclusion.  

Our infrastructure – including FDUSD, Asia’s 1st home grown blockchain-based USD stable-coin – Developed to help economies, institutions and developers gain access to technology breakthroughs and capitalize on the digital evolution of finance, trust, and technology.

Role Overview:

As a Senior Product Manager on the Platform Team at First Digital, you will play a critical role in shaping and delivering our core platform capabilities, including the SmartTrust Client Portal, BackOffice systems, and emerging SaaS offerings. In addition, you will lead our blockchain- and Web3-native initiatives (like Stablecoin-as-a-Service, ScaaS, L1/L2 onboarding and non-EVM chain, e.g Solana, SUI integrations), ensuring First Digital remains at the forefront of digital asset innovation.

This is a strategic and hands-on role, ideal for someone who thrives at the intersection of fintech infrastructure, emerging blockchain technology, and cross-functional leadership. You will work closely with Engineering, Compliance, Business Development, and Product colleagues to execute roadmaps, identify growth opportunities, and enhance our platform’s scalability, usability, and performance.

Key Responsibilities:
Platform & Web3 Product Ownership

• Lead product strategy and roadmap execution for Web3 and blockchain-native services and Treasury solutions.
• Translate complex business and technical objectives into clear product deliverables that support platform scalability and innovation.
• Champion new platform components and enhancements that align with strategic goals and market needs.

Leadership & Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Provide mentorship and guidance to Product Managers, helping elevate team capability and ownership.
• Facilitate cross-functional collaboration with Engineering, Compliance, Operations, and BD to remove blockers and drive delivery.
• Act as a subject matter expert in Web3 and blockchain within the broader Product and FD team.

Strategic Insight & Problem Solving

• Identify and evaluate new BD opportunities, partnerships, and integrations to expand our blockchain offering.
• Apply structured systems thinking to balance user needs, technical feasibility, compliance, and business value.
• Monitor KPIs and product performance to drive continual improvement and communicate impact to stakeholders.

What We're Looking For:
Experience & Skills

• 5+ years of product management experience, ideally with a focus on fintech platforms, SaaS solutions, or digital asset services.
• Deep understanding of blockchain ecosystems, smart contracts, non-EVM chains and token standards (e.g., ERC-20, ERC-721).
• Hands-on experience with platform or infrastructure products and complex operational workflows.
• Proven success in managing product roadmaps, delivering cross-functional projects, and navigating ambiguity.
• Comfortable interfacing with engineering and technical teams; able to evaluate system scalability and integrations.

Mindset & Working Style

• Strategic and analytical thinker who excels at breaking down complex ideas into actionable work.
• Proactive, accountable, and outcomes-driven, thrives in an environment with high autonomy and ownership.
• Excellent communicator with the ability to influence across functions and levels.
• Resilient and adaptable in a fast-paced, evolving environment.

About the Platform Team:

The Platform Team at First Digital is responsible for delivering scalable, secure, and innovative solutions to support business growth and operational excellence. The team manages core platform components such as SmartTrust and BackOffice, ensuring they align with organisational goals and provide exceptional value to clients and stakeholders. The team values collaboration and ownership, fostering a culture focused on strategic impact and continuous improvement.

Why Join Us?

• Competitive Compensation – We offer a remuneration package that reflects your expertise and contributions.
• Transportation Support – A monthly allowance to assist with your commute.
• Comprehensive Benefits – Life, medical, and dental coverage for your well-being.
• Professional Development – A US$4,000 education allowance to support your continuous learning.
• Career Growth – Strong prospects for advancement within a dynamic organization.
• Team Engagement – Regular activities to foster collaboration and a positive work environment.

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We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. This job description is intended to convey information essential to understanding the scope of the job and the general nature and level of work performed by job holders within this job. However, this job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of qualifications, skills, efforts, duties, responsibilities or working conditions associated with the position. First Digital Trust reserves the right to amend this job description at any time.