Principal- Payments Modernization Program Manager
Infosys Consulting's Financial Services Practice is seeking for a payment's modernization program manager. Ideal candidate should have good knowledge of electronic payments, high value payment systems, Modernization of Mainframe and replacing it COTS product or custom build microservices.
The Role - What You'll Do
As a principal, you will work on strategic programs dealing with complex, industry-specific requirements, while further deepening knowledge in your respective area of specialization. You will independently deliver high quality solutions and actively build key client relationships.
Responsibilities:
Detailed understanding and knowledge of ISO 20022 message standards.
Have hands on exposure to CBPR and FEDNOW/ FEDWIRE demands for ISO 20022 through at least 1 full program completed and delivered.
Data Solutions for payments monetization, data quality and lineage etc. (Can be separate specialist or in combination)
RTP implementation experiences through products like FINASTRA, FISERV etc., will be a definite advantage.
Decent awareness of tech stack under the hood and architectural awareness will be a significant plus for making the hiring opportunity to be more successful (coverage - micro services construct, cloud deployment knowledge etc.)
Gather and analyze business requirements, processes, design and develop data maps required to support technology transformation initiatives.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams across the client organization and Infosys on technology transformation programs and initiatives.
Manage end-to-end project execution, stakeholder communication and minimize engagement risk by proactively identifying issues and recommending courses of remediation.
Support business development activities ranging from leading or contributing to proposals and developing propositions.
Develop market relevant points of view to generate and sustain presence in the marketplace.
Basic Qualifications :
Bachelor's degree or foreign equivalent required.
Minimum 7 years of relevant experience with at least 3 years of management consulting experience at a top-tier consulting firm
Candidate should have a good knowledge of end2end value chain, architecture and good understanding of mainframe systems in payments space.
Experience in one or more domain areas - B2B Payments, Disbursements, Card Payments, Consumer/Retail Payments across origination, processing, clearing and settlement, servicing, and messaging. Hands-on experience with one or more of ISO 200022, electronic payments (Wires, ACH, Immediate Payments) in multiple geographies, Cross-Border Payments, Credit Card payments, Wallets is a must-have.
Hands-on experience with market-leading Payment Hub products and Card Processors is a plus.
At least one or two cycles of bank level payments modernization programs experience and have experience of running similar large complex technology programs
Good knowledge and solution implementation experience of products and custom solutions for Fed WIRES, Canada Lynx and SWIFT cross border payment (high value payment solutions)
Experienced in Engineering services, DevSecOps implementation management and Testing services Management
Should be able to work from office (New York) 3 days in a week.

Preferred Qualifications:
Certifications are preferred like Bank of international settlements /FED or any other internationally recognized institutes.
MBA / economics major at graduate level.3-5 years of experience working on change initiatives in Banking or Payment Services firms working either directly or with a reputed professional services firm.
Exposure to Real time payments TCH RTP and FEDNOW would be added advantage, or they can be looked at exclusive RTP requirements position
Good knowledge and liquidity management (Nostro/Vostro) accounts and any solutions
Experience in executing programs using Agile methodologies.
Prior experience with market-leading Payment Hub products, Payment Processors, and Card Processors.
Strong knowledge of one or more payment schemes for High Value, Mass Payments, Immediate Payments, and P2P Payments.
Firm building experiences through pre-sales, thought leadership, industry research and visibility through industry forums.

General Information:
This job description may not cover or contain a comprehensive listing of all activities, duties and responsibilities that are required of the employee.

Along with competitive pay, as a full-time Infosys employee you are also eligible for the following benefits:-
Medical/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance
Long-term/Short-term Disability
Health and Dependent Care Reimbursement Accounts
Insurance (Accident, Critical Illness , Hospital Indemnity, Legal)
401(k) plan and contributions dependent on salary level
Paid holidays plus Paid Time Off


Equal Opportunity Employer - minorities/females/veterans/individuals with disabilities/sexual orientation/gender identity