Full-Time

Technical Product Manager

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Lightning Labs

Lightning Labs

11-50 employees

Develops software for Lightning Network transactions

Fintech
Crypto & Web3

Senior

Palo Alto, CA, USA

Located in North American or European time zones.

Category
Product Management
Product
Required Skills
Product Management
Requirements
  • Experience creating strategic product roadmaps from conception to launch and working with cross-functional teams
  • Strong understanding of the software development process, experience with a variety of methodologies, and an appreciation of the tradeoffs involved with different approaches
  • Experience driving product vision, go-to-market strategy, and design discussions
  • Ability to influence multiple stakeholders without direct authority
  • Demonstrated passion for Bitcoin and Lightning along with an understanding of the technology, community, and ecosystem
  • Located in North American or European time zones
Responsibilities
  • Define product vision, strategy, and roadmap for Lightning Labs’ infrastructure products
  • Drive product launches including working with cross-functional teams on messaging and goals
  • Strong written communication skills and ability to convey information about technical concepts to both internal and external audiences
  • Work cross-functionally with engineering, design, and other cross-functional teams to define and iterate on early-stage products
  • Engage with external third parties to assess partnership opportunities
Desired Qualifications
  • 5+ years of product management experience
  • Bachelor's or advanced degree in a technical field or equivalent experience
  • Experience in a Product Management, Engineering or Technology Strategy role
  • Knowledge of multiple functional areas such as Product Management, Engineering, UX/UI, Sales, Customer Support, Finance or Marketing
  • Experience building Bitcoin or Lightning products or services

Lightning Labs develops software for the Lightning Network, which is a layer on the Bitcoin blockchain that allows for faster and cheaper transactions. Their main product, Lightning Terminal, is a web interface that helps node operators manage their connections in the Lightning Network, making it easier to handle many low-fee Bitcoin transactions quickly. This product is especially useful for businesses and individuals who need to conduct numerous transactions efficiently. Lightning Labs stands out by focusing on open-source software solutions and offering premium tools that enhance the Lightning Network's functionality. Their goal is to improve the efficiency and accessibility of Bitcoin transactions for a wide range of clients, including developers and financial institutions.

Company Stage

Series B

Total Funding

$80.2M

Headquarters

San Francisco, California

Founded

2016

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

0%

1 year growth

0%

2 year growth

-3%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Taproot Assets could attract institutional investors to the Bitcoin ecosystem.
  • Stablecoins on Bitcoin may create new revenue streams for Lightning Labs.
  • LND v0.17 beta launch shows ongoing software improvements and user attraction.

What critics are saying

  • Competition from similar blockchain companies could reduce Lightning Labs' market share.
  • Stablecoin introduction may face regulatory scrutiny, complicating deployment.
  • Security vulnerabilities in Taproot Assets could harm Lightning Labs' reputation.

What makes Lightning Labs unique

  • Lightning Labs offers the most developer-friendly Lightning Network protocol implementation.
  • Their Neutrino platform enables quick blockchain transactions on mobile devices.
  • Lightning Terminal simplifies node management for high-volume, low-fee Bitcoin transactions.

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Benefits

Remote Work Options

Flexible Work Hours