Payments Project Manager

Job description

Must Have Technical/Functional Skills

• Strong Payments domain expertise (cards, ACH/RTGS, SWIFT, real-time payments, clearing & settlement).
• Proven project management skills with Agile and Waterfall methodologies.
• Solid understanding of payment architectures, APIs, and core banking integration.
• Excellent stakeholder communication and leadership abilities.
• Strong risk management, problem-solving, and delivery focus.

Roles & Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end delivery of banking payments technology projects (cards, real-time payments, clearing & settlement).
• Define project scope, timelines, milestones, and budgets; ensure on-time and on-budget delivery.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams (Business, IT, QA, Operations, Compliance, Vendors).
• Manage payment system integrations with core banking platforms, channels, and external networks.
• Oversee Agile/Waterfall/Hybrid delivery, including sprint planning, tracking, and change control.
• Identify, track, and mitigate risks, issues, and dependencies; escalate as needed.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory and security standards (e.g., AML/KYC, PCI-DSS, ISO 20022).
• Drive testing, UAT, and go-live readiness; ensure quality and stability.
• Provide clear status reporting to senior stakeholders and manage expectations. Generic Managerial Skills, If any Leadership Ownership Proactiveness TCS Employee Benefits Summary: Discretionary Annual Incentive.

Comprehensive Medical Coverage

Medical & Health, Dental & Vision, Disability Planning & Insurance, Pet Insurance Plans.

Family Support

Maternal & Parental Leaves.

Insurance Options

Auto & Home Insurance, Identity Theft Protection.

Convenience & Professional Growth

Commuter Benefits & Certification & Training Reimbursement.

Time Off

Vacation, Time Off, Sick Leave & Holidays.

Legal & Financial Assistance

Legal Assistance, 401K Plan, Performance Bonus, College Fund, Student Loan Refinancing.

Salary Range

$130,000 - 140,000 a year

Qualifications

BACHELOR OF COMPUTER SCIENCE