Program Manager, Debit Processing

At Visa the Issuer Processing function aims to offer processing products that are innovative and future ready. Visa DPS is one of the largest Issuer Processors of Visa Debit transactions. The Program Manager role is a critical part of the DPS team.

As a key member of the DPS Program Management team you will lead complex multi-disciplinary projects from inception to completion. The successful candidate will take full accountability for their program and projects from planning to delivery demonstrating a deep commitment to success. They will proactively address potential issues exhibit strong leadership and decision-making skills and effectively motivate their team. With exceptional communication abilities they will foster collaboration and ensure alignment with project goals. By maintaining focus on objectives and driving towards excellence they will ensure that every deliverable meets or exceeds expectations ultimately contributing to the organizations overall success.

 Essential Functions

Project Planning and Execution: 

• Own projects end-to-end.  Develop and manage detailed project plans including timelines milestones and resource assignments.

• Engage stakeholders identify and mitigate risks track progress ensure quality deliverables resolve challenges and lead teams to success.

• Follow up on action items and ensure timely closure of open items.

• Clearly communicate status to all levels of stakeholders with varying degrees of detailed information.

Program Oversight: 

• Oversee multiple related projects within a larger strategic objective managing interdependencies to align with program and strategic goals.

• Implement best practices and continuous improvement processes to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.

Meeting Management & Planning: 

• Prioritize project agenda topics manage action items prepare materials and coordinate project-related activities

• Plan for critical meetings including schedule management pre-work meeting topics supporting materials and follow-ups.

• Utilize project management tools and software for efficient tracking and reporting.

Required Skills

• Problem Solving & Strategic Thinking: Resolve bottlenecks track dependencies and drive strategic value in projects and programs.

• Communication Skills: Strong verbal and written communication skills with ability to convey status effectively to all organizational levels including material preparation for senior stakeholders. 

• Collaboration Facilitation and Leadership:  Engage and work with cross-functional teams to deliver objectives with strong facilitation skills.

• Technical Acumen: Understand digest and analyze complex systems integration.  Waterfall development methodologies with alignment to some Agile teams.

• Flexibility: Ability to flex to support a dynamic environment with multiple priorities is a must.  Flexibility to work across varying time zones.

This is a hybrid position. Expectation of days in office will be confirmed by your Hiring Manager.

Visa will accept applications for this role until at least December 5 2025

This role will not be offering sponsorship (including no H1B OPT CPT F1 or other) -  USA work authorization will be required 

Qualifications :

Basic Qualifications

• 5 or more years of relevant work experience with a Bachelors Degree or at least 2 years of work experience with an Advanced degree (e.g. Masters MBA JD MD) or 0 years of work experience with a PhD

Preferred Qualifications

• 6 or more years of work experience with a Bachelors Degree or 4 or more years of relevant experience with an Advanced Degree (e.g. Masters MBA JD MD) or up to 3 years of relevant experience with a PhD
• 3 years of experience in the payments industry (e.g. payment processing acquiring payment technology provider payment brand).
• 3 years of experience in technical or business program/project management.
• Proficiency with software development life cycles and methodologies such as Waterfall and Agile (SAFe).

Additional Information :

Work Hours: Varies upon the needs of the department.

Travel Requirements: This position requires travel 5-10% of the time.

Mental/Physical Requirements: This position will be performed in an office setting.  The position will require the incumbent to sit and stand at a desk communicate in person and by telephone frequently operate standard office equipment such as telephones and computers.

Visa is an EEO Employer.  Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex national origin sexual orientation gender identity disability or protected veteran status.  Visa will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with EEOC guidelines and applicable local law.

Visa will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with applicable local law including the requirements of Article 49 of the San Francisco Police Code.

U.S. APPLICANTS ONLY: The estimated salary range for a new hire into this position is 109800.00 to 159250.00 USD per year which may include potential sales incentive payments (if applicable). Salary may vary depending on job-related factors which may include knowledge skills experience and addition this position may be eligible for bonus and equity. Visa has a comprehensive benefits package for which this position may be eligible that includes Medical Dental Vision 401 (k) FSA/HSA Life Insurance Paid Time Off and Wellness Program.

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time