About the role
Company Overview
Promise empowers utilities and government agencies to create flexible, affordable solutions for individuals struggling with debt. Our innovative approach to payment plans and relief distribution significantly improves enrollment and recovery rates, helping individuals clear debts faster and reducing delinquencies for our partners.
We treat people facing financial difficulties with respect and dignity, providing the tools and resources they need to thrive. Our team includes experts from companies like Palantir, Google, Stripe , and esteemed government leaders.
Backed by over $50 million in funding from top investors – such as Reid Hoffman, Howard Schultz, Michael Seibel, Y Combinator, 8VC, The General Partnership, First Round Capital, Kapor Capital, XYZ Ventures, and Bronze Investments – Promise has been recognized as one of Fast Company's "World's Most Innovative Companies of 2022,” “Forbes Next Billion-Dollar Startups 2024,” and Y Combinator’s #1 GovTech startup.
Role Overview
As the Product Engineering Lead, you will spearhead the engineering efforts for our Relief initiatives, ensuring both that the company is executing on critical business goals and that the team is building a long-term sustainable platform. Reporting to the CTO, you will establish, execute, and oversee the product strategy for these critical areas, ensuring alignment with the broader company vision. Leading a team of engineers, you will foster innovation, operational excellence, and cross-functional collaboration to deliver impactful solutions. This role demands strategic thinking, technical expertise, and a deep commitment to shaping products that drive transformative outcomes.
What You’ll Do
- Develop and execute product and engineering strategies for the government product Relief and Income Verification, ensuring alignment with the organization’s overall mission and goals. Success in this effort will be measured both by delivering key business objectives and the repeatability / sustainability of the technology.
