Professional Summary
Professional Overview
John Fawcett is a seasoned product management executive with extensive experience in the fintech and investment technology industries. As the Director of Product Management for the Brokerage API at Robinhood, he is responsible for driving the strategy, development, and growth of the company's mission-critical brokerage infrastructure and data products.
Experience Summary
Current Role
As the Director of Product Management, Brokerage API at Robinhood, John is responsible for leading the product vision, roadmap, and execution for the company's core brokerage platform and data offerings. He oversees a team of product managers, engineers, and analysts to ensure the consistent delivery of high-quality, scalable, and compliant solutions that empower Robinhood's customers and ecosystem partners.
Career Progression
Prior to his current role, John served as the Director of Product Management for the Trading Platform and Clearing at Robinhood, where he played a pivotal role in enhancing the company's core trading and settlement capabilities. Before that, he was the Product Manager for Brokerage Data Products, where he spearheaded the development of innovative data solutions that enabled Robinhood's customers to make more informed investment decisions.
Before joining Robinhood, John was the Founder of Quantopian, a pioneering fintech startup that provided a cloud-based platform for algorithmic trading research and strategy development. He has also held senior roles in product development and technology at Advent Software and Tamale Software, where he contributed to the growth and success of their respective financial technology offerings.
Academic Background
John holds a Bachelor of Science in Mathematics from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), where he graduated with honors.
Areas of Expertise
- Brokerage technology and infrastructure
- Trading platforms and clearing operations
- Fintech product management and strategy
- Financial data analytics and quantitative research
- Agile software development and project management
- Regulatory compliance and risk management
Professional Impact
At Robinhood, John has played a pivotal role in the expansion and optimization of the company's brokerage API, driving increased adoption and integration by ecosystem partners. He has also led the development of innovative data products that have enhanced the investment decision-making capabilities of Robinhood's customers. As the Founder of Quantopian, John built a successful fintech startup that pioneered the use of cloud-based platforms for algorithmic trading research and strategy development.
Conclusion
With a proven track record of driving innovation and growth in the fintech industry, John Fawcett is a highly respected product management leader. His deep domain expertise, strategic vision, and commitment to delivering exceptional customer experiences make him a valuable asset to Robinhood and the broader financial technology ecosystem.
