We are excited to speak to you about this opportunity. If you are interested in joining our growing team, please apply to this link directly.

Who we are

Aquila, a group within Constellation Software Inc., one of North America’s largest and most respected software companies, invests in category-defining B2B and B2G software businesses globally, providing long-term support and strategic guidance. Emphasys Software has been part of Aquila since 2008.

Operating across five specialized divisions, Emphasys provides mission-critical software that modernizes and streamlines complex processes for housing authorities, lenders, and government agencies in nearly every state. Through its products and services, Emphasys helps house roughly half of the country’s most in need families.

At Emphasys Housing Finance (HFA), a division of Emphasys, we build and support the only end-to-end financial software in the U.S. dedicated to affordable housing. As the largest full-service provider in this space, we enable State Housing Finance Agencies and other organizations to administer programs that help families access affordable homeownership or rental housing. Our solutions power the financial backbone that processes funding, manages compliance, and ensures every support dollar is tracked and maximized.

Who we need

Reporting to the VP of Operations in the HFA Division and collaborating across teams, we are looking for a Product Manager, Financial Software. As our new Product Manager, Financial Software, you will take ownership of our Financial Systems product line using your product management experience and strong technical skills to define, prioritize, translate and oversee new features and enhancements, define product roadmap, and manage product priorities across the Client Services and Development teams. You will work closely with the Development team on system design, business analysis, and deployment of new functionality; collaborate with clients to create Statement of Work for new features or products; and contribute to the pre-sales process during RFP’s, demos, and any contract negotiations.

This is a remote position based in the United States, with availability required during standard Eastern Time (EST) business hours and occasional travel to conferences, up to three times per year.

What’s in it for you

Influence and impact. Our software helps over 70% of Housing Finance agencies in the US manage their processes and funds to provide low-income housing and down payment assistance to those in need. As our new Product Manager you will directly support public finance professionals who rely on our technology to administer low-income housing and down payment assistance programs, supporting millions of Americans seeking affordable housing. 

Breadth and visibility. This is a broad, highly visible role that spans beyond product management. You will engage with customers, internal teams, and the market, building relationships, gathering insights, and influencing how our financial solutions evolve. Whether your background is in implementation, business analysis, or you are currently a product owner, this is an opportunity to expand your scope and take the next step into product management.

Career development. You want to take on a highly-visible and influential role at a company with a purpose. You will work in partnership with the GM and VP of Operations on the roadmap and modernization and replatforming initiative for our financial product line, helping shape its future architecture and exploring the use of emerging technologies, including AI and automation. You will have the autonomy to direct your work, own the product deliverables, and influence customers and internal teams. You will be in a position to grow into a Director role or move into a different business unit within our parent companies - Aquila or Constellation Software.

What you will do as our new Product Manager, Financial Software:

• Product modernization. You will play a key role in the multi-year modernization of our financial software platform, working closely with the development team to evolve the architecture, evaluate new technologies (including AI and automation), and enhance system performance, scalability, and user experience. You will bridge financial domain knowledge with technical insight, helping ensure the modernization aligns with customer needs, regulatory standards, and long-term product goals.
• Product strategy. Partnering with the General Manager and VP of Operations, you will contribute to defining and executing the product roadmap. You will set measurable goals tied to technology, security, and compliance objectives, and participate in discussions that shape the problems we aim to solve for our customers. You will also lead discovery and design sessions, exploring the feasibility of proposed features through market research, data analysis, and client interviews, ensuring every decision is rooted in usability and impact.
• Product delivery. You will ensure delivery plans are in place, backlog issues are prioritized, and all fixes are tracked and queued for release. You will serve as the escalation point for any issues impacting scope, timing, or quality. Working cross-functionally, you will consult with customers to gather feedback and requirements, collaborate with developers to translate those needs into technical solutions, and coordinate with Sales to deliver product demonstrations that showcase enhancements and new features.
• Grow your network. You will represent Emphasys at industry and user conferences, conducting demos and sharing insights that promote our platform and its advancements. You will build trusted relationships with clients, prospects, and internal teams, collaborating with Marketing and Sales to highlight new functionalities and with Client Services and implementation teams to ensure a seamless client experience.

What you bring: 

• The experience. You bring financial services domain expertise and a strong understanding of complex systems and client needs. You may have been a Product Manager or Product Owner delivering B2B products, an Implementation or Client Success professional supporting a large financial system from the vendor or client side, or a Business Analyst within a large ERP environment ready to take the next step in your career. Experience working with public housing or government-funded programs would be an asset.
• The leadership skills. You can gain trust and respect, nurturing collaborative relationships to influence the work of both technical and business teams. You bring credibility and presence when engaging with senior leaders and external stakeholders, communicating with confidence and clarity. You can offer guidance and advice based on broad and deep knowledge of various techniques, tools, and methodologies. You believe in keeping up to date with, and implementing, best practices.
• The technical knowledge. You have e the technical understanding of browser-based systems, architecture, and SQL to have intelligent conversations on design, infrastructure, files, screens, menus, and feasibility of feature requests.
• The accountability. You work with a sense of urgency and hold yourself accountable for exceeding expectations and meeting deadlines. You understand how to prioritize competing high-priority requests, navigate the unknown, and confidently represent the team at internal and external meetings. You continuously seek new information and learning opportunities, staying at the forefront of best practices in the industry.  
• The interpersonal skills. You have flexible and effective communication skills, including the ability to explain technical concepts to a non-technical audience. You can confidently make presentations to any level of stakeholder. You have a deep appreciation for diverse opinions and approaches.

Join us.

As an Aquila company, Emphasys Software brings together bright, talented people who aspire to excellence and share a commitment to upholding our mission: To be a company of outstanding people delivering vertical market software solutions through long-term partnerships with clients.

Our entrepreneurial culture, lean environment, and people come together to form a dynamic organization where purpose drives our growth. With the autonomy to be creative and curious, we collaborate and iterate to achieve real impact in the communities we support.

We spend our days asking questions and challenging the status quo, manipulating our structure, roles, and internal operations in order to stay ahead in a competitive landscape.

If you share our growth mindset, relationship-focused approach, and high moral fiber, you will thrive at Aquila.

Apply now.

Diversity and inclusion are not mere words on paper to us. We welcome and appreciate candidates with a range of backgrounds and experiences. If you have 70% of the qualifications we are looking for and want to play an integral role in changing an industry, apply to express your interest. 

What you can expect from our interview process:

• A virtual interview with a Talent Advisor to discuss your interest in the role and share your experience.
• A virtual interview with the General Manager and the VP Operations to share more about your experience and explore how it aligns with the team's needs. You will have the chance to ask questions about the role, team and culture.
• A final virtual interview with the broader team to discuss how you would collaborate and contribute, and to address any remaining questions.

Aquila welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

We are excited to speak to you about this opportunity. If you are interested in joining our growing team, please apply to this link directly.