Senior Product Manager, Payroll (Germany)

This position is posted by Jobgether on behalf of a partner company. We are currently looking for a Senior Product Manager, Payroll in Germany.

This role offers the opportunity to shape and scale a global payroll platform used across more than 80 markets. As Senior Product Manager, Payroll, you will collaborate with cross-functional teams including engineering, operations, compliance, and product marketing to design and deliver solutions that streamline payroll processes and enhance user experience. You will leverage AI tools to optimize workflows, lead strategic product initiatives, and ensure alignment with business and customer needs. Success in this position requires deep expertise in payroll systems, strong technical acumen, and the ability to make informed decisions that balance customer impact with operational scalability. You will be instrumental in advancing key KPIs and driving innovation in a high-growth, fully remote, and globally distributed environment.

Accountabilities:

• Lead product strategy and roadmap for payroll, driving initiatives that deliver scalable solutions across multiple international markets.

• Collaborate with engineers, designers, operations, and other stakeholders to develop and launch high-impact payroll features and improvements.

• Translate complex customer and business requirements into actionable product plans and prototypes.

• Leverage AI and automation to optimize workflows, improve decision-making, and enhance team productivity.

• Track and analyze product performance, KPIs, and user feedback to ensure continued improvement and alignment with business goals.

• Serve as a subject matter expert on payroll processes, systems, and HR workflows, providing guidance across the organization.

• Communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders to ensure clarity, transparency, and alignment on product initiatives.

Requirements:

• Proven experience as a product manager in a multi-product, high-growth scale-up environment.

• Strong technical proficiency, including experience with Cursor and/or Claude Code, and the ability to build, debug, and ship functional prototypes.

• Deep understanding of payroll processes, HR functions, and payroll software systems.

• Experience launching AI-driven products or features is highly desirable.

• Data-driven decision-making and experience setting and tracking measurable goals.

• Excellent stakeholder management, communication, and collaboration skills across diverse teams.

• Strong judgment in both strategic prioritization and tactical feature scoping.

• Business-level proficiency in English.

• Highly motivated, proactive, and able to operate independently in a remote, fast-paced environment.

Benefits:

• Competitive base salary with performance-based compensation.

• Fully remote work with flexible hours and asynchronous workflows.

• 16 weeks paid parental leave.

• Mental health support services and wellness resources.

• Stock options and learning budget for professional development.

• Home office setup and IT equipment budget.

• Opportunities to participate in local social events or co-working spaces.

• Empowering culture with autonomy and ownership over work outcomes.

Why Apply Through Jobgether?We use an AI-powered matching process to ensure your application is reviewed quickly, objectively, and fairly against the role's core requirements. Our system identifies the top-fitting candidates, and this shortlist is then shared directly with the hiring company. The final decision and next steps (interviews, assessments) are managed by their internal team.We appreciate your interest and wish you the best! Why Apply Through Jobgether? 
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