Director, Data Product Management – Technical

Our Purpose

Mastercard powers economies and empowers people in 200+ countries and territories worldwide. Together with our customers, we’re helping build a sustainable economy where everyone can prosper. We support a wide range of digital payments choices, making transactions secure, simple, smart and accessible. Our technology and innovation, partnerships and networks combine to deliver a unique set of products and services that help people, businesses and governments realize their greatest potential.

Title and Summary

Director, Data Product Management – Technical

Mastercard Overview
Mastercard is seeking talented professionals to join our team and contribute to our mission of connecting and powering an inclusive, digital economy that benefits everyone, everywhere. Our ideal candidate thrives in a collaborative environment, embraces challenges, and is committed to achieving excellence. If you are ready to advance your career and be part of a forward-thinking company that values creativity, dedication, and professional growth, we invite you to explore this exciting opportunity with Mastercard.
Role Overview
Mastercard is on a journey to modernize and advance our Finance Technology landscape. As the Director, Data Product Management - Technical, you will leverage your strong technical background in data product management to align requirements with business objectives and enhance data-driven decision-making. Your leadership will be instrumental in managing cross-functional teams and stakeholders across the entire Finance Data framework lifecycle, from conceptualization to launch. This role requires a blend of technical expertise, strategic vision, and practical execution to drive enterprise-wide change in finance technology. This is an exciting opportunity to shape the future of finance technology and lead an impactful modernization journey. If you are passionate about driving change and delivering value in a fast-paced environment, we encourage you to apply.
Responsibilities
The ideal candidate will have a demonstrated understanding of data product management, excellent analytical and requirement gathering skills, experience in business process analysis, knowledge of Finance functions (bonus), and the ability to collaborate effectively with various stakeholders. As the Director, Data Product Management - Technical, you will be responsible for the following:
• Requirements Gathering and Alignment: Collaborate closely with technology and business stakeholders to define data product requirements, translate business needs into technical specifications, and ensure alignment across teams.
• Strategic Roadmap Planning: Develop and execute a roadmap for data products within finance technology modernization initiatives, aligning with business goals and driving measurable business outcomes.
• Data Product Strategy: Oversee the lifecycle of data products within the finance technology ecosystem, from ideation and development to deployment and ongoing optimization.
• Data / Technical Expertise: Lead the technical design and implementation of data solutions, including integration with financial systems, data governance frameworks, and advanced analytics tools. Foster a data-driven culture, utilizing analytics to inform product decisions and improve customer experiences
• Data Management: Ensure that data products adhere to regulatory requirements, internal policies, and industry best practices, particularly in areas such as data privacy, security, and financial reporting standards.
• Technology Selection & Integration: Evaluate and recommend technologies and platforms that will enhance the financial data landscape in partnership with technology partners, ensuring seamless integration across systems and platforms.
• Change Management: Drive the change management process for finance technology transformations, ensuring smooth adoption of new data products and technologies by end-users and stakeholders.
Preferred Skills and Experiences
• Experience in data product management within the Tech or SaaS or FinServ industry
• Proven ability to understand and empathize with customer needs, backed by a strong track record of developing data-centric frameworks and/or products
• Experience managing vendors and technology partners, with a knack for negotiating and maintaining productive partnerships
• Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams in a fast-paced, growth-oriented environment
• Strong analytical skills, with a penchant for data-driven decision-making and a deep understanding of Finance functions (accounting, controllership, FP&A, etc.) and insights
• Exceptional communication skills, capable of inspiring teams, engaging stakeholders, and articulating product visions and strategies effectively
• Entrepreneurial mindset, with the agility to adapt to changing priorities and the resilience to overcome challenges
All About You
• Proven ability to lead and partner for success in a matrix environment
• Flexibility and adaptability to anticipate and overcome adversity, quickly come up to speed on new ideas and initiatives
• Proven track record of data driven decision-making
• Can communicate to executives, peers, and staff with impact, eloquence, and authenticity
• Passionate about empowering every business everywhere
• Strong project management skills
• Strong execution skills, able to get things done through collaboration and influencing others
• Ability to interact with varying levels of leadership across the organization
• Self-starter and quick learner with ability to work independently in white space
• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Economics, Product Management, Information Systems, or a closely related discipline; Master’s degree in similar areas preferred

Mastercard is a merit-based, inclusive, equal opportunity employer that considers applicants without regard to gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, ethnicity, disabled or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We hire the most qualified candidate for the role. In the US or Canada, if you require accommodations or assistance to complete the online application process or during the recruitment process, please contact [email protected] and identify the type of accommodation or assistance you are requesting. Do not include any medical or health information in this email. The Reasonable Accommodations team will respond to your email promptly.

Corporate Security Responsibility

All activities involving access to Mastercard assets, information, and networks comes with an inherent risk to the organization and, therefore, it is expected that every person working for, or on behalf of, Mastercard is responsible for information security and must:

• Abide by Mastercard’s security policies and practices;

• Ensure the confidentiality and integrity of the information being accessed;

• Report any suspected information security violation or breach, and

• Complete all periodic mandatory security trainings in accordance with Mastercard’s guidelines.

In line with Mastercard’s total compensation philosophy and assuming that the job will be performed in the US, the successful candidate will be offered a competitive base salary based on location, experience and other qualifications for the role and may be eligible for an annual bonus or commissions depending on the role. Mastercard benefits for full time (and certain part time) employees generally include: insurance (including medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, disability, life insurance), flexible spending account and health savings account, paid leaves (including 16 weeks new parent leave, up to 20 paid days bereavement leave), 10 annual paid sick days, 10 or more annual paid vacation days based on level, 5 personal days, 10 annual paid U.S. observed holidays, 401k with a best-in-class company match, deferred compensation for eligible roles, fitness reimbursement or on-site fitness facilities, eligibility for tuition reimbursement, gender-inclusive benefits and many more.

Pay Ranges

New York City, New York: $178,000 - $284,000 USD

Miami, Florida: $148,000 - $237,000 USD

O'Fallon, Missouri: $148,000 - $237,000 USD

Purchase, New York: $170,000 - $273,000 USD