John Wang
About John Wang
John Wang is the Director of Product Management at Oportun, where he has worked since 2022. He has a diverse background in product management and software development, with previous roles at companies such as YapStone, Intuit, and Bank of America.
Work at Oportun
John Wang currently serves as the Director of Product Management at Oportun, a role he has held since 2022. He has been involved in product management at Oportun since 2017, progressing through several positions including Senior Product Manager and Principal Product Manager. His experience at Oportun spans over five years, during which he has contributed to the development and management of various products in a remote work setting.
Previous Experience in Product Management
Before joining Oportun, John Wang worked at YapStone as a Senior Product Manager from 2016 to 2017. His career also includes a significant tenure at Visa, where he served as a Product Manager from 2012 to 2016. His background in product management is complemented by his experience at CyberSource as a Senior Software Engineer and his earlier roles in web development and analytics.
Education and Expertise
John Wang earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering and Computer Science from the University of California, Berkeley, completing his studies from 1991 to 1995. He furthered his education by obtaining an MBA from Santa Clara University Leavey School of Business between 2009 and 2011. His academic background supports his expertise in product management, web and mobile technologies, and analytics.
Background in Technology and Development
John Wang has a diverse background in technology and software development. He began his career at Bank of America, where he worked as a Developer and later as a Team Lead. His experience includes roles at First Franklin as a Senior Web Content Engineer and at Fat Spaniel Technologies as a J2EE Tools Engineer. This extensive experience in various technical roles has informed his approach to product management.
Interest in Web and Mobile Technologies
John Wang has a strong interest in web and mobile technologies, analytics, and the payments industry. This interest is reflected in his career choices and the roles he has pursued, particularly in product management positions that leverage these technologies to enhance user experience and product functionality.