Head of Payment Partnerships

Job-ID: 304094Category: Technical SecurityLocation: San Francisco, CA, United States; Chicago, IL, United States; Seattle, WA, United States; New York City, NY, United StatesSchedule: Full time, Level 6Posted: 2026-10-26ABOUT THE ROLEUber moves money at scale — billions of transactions across 85+ countries every day. As Head of Payment Partnerships, you will own the relationships and strategy that make this possible. You will serve as the senior point of contact for Uber's most strategic payment partners — networks, acquirers, issuers, wallets, and emerging payment platforms — while shaping the global partnership strategy that underpins Uber's payments infrastructureThis is a rare opportunity to sit at the intersection of product, commercial, and global operations at one of the world's most payments-intensive companies.WHAT YOU'LL DOStrategic Partner ManagementOwn and develop executive-level relationships with Uber's most critical global payment partners, including card networks, processors, acquirers, digital wallets, and BNPL providersAct as the primary escalation point and internal advocate for partner issues, ensuring timely resolution and long-term relationship healthLead QBRs, annual planning sessions, and executive engagement with top-tier partnersMonitor partner performance against commercial and operational KPIs, driving accountability on both sidesPartnership Strategy & Business DevelopmentDefine and execute Uber's global payments partnership strategy in collaboration with regional leads, product, risk financial business group and strategic financeIdentify and evaluate new partnership opportunities — including alternative payment methods, embedded finance rails, and emerging regional players — that expand acceptance, reduce costs, or unlock new revenueDrive commercial negotiations for master agreements, pricing structures, and incentive arrangements with strategic partnersBuild market maps and competitive intelligence on the evolving payments landscape to inform Uber's strategic positioningCross-Functional LeadershipCollaborate with Product, Engineering, Legal, Finance, Risk and Compliance to evaluate partner integrations and bring new payment capabilities to marketPartner with regional and country teams to tailor global partnership frameworks to local market dynamicsRepresent Uber externally at industry conferences, partner summits, and standards bodiesTeam & Organizational LeadershipBuild, lead, and mentor a team of partnership managers across global and regional remitsEstablish frameworks, playbooks, and governance structures to scale the partnerships function as Uber's payments footprint growsDrive a culture of rigor, ownership, and partner-centricity within the teamBasic qualifications 10+ years of experience in payments, fintech, or financial services, with a meaningful portion in partnership, business development, or commercial rolesDeep familiarity with the global payments ecosystem — card networks, acquiring, digital wallets, APMs, and regulatory landscapeProven track record of managing senior partner relationships and leading complex commercial negotiations at a global scalePreferred qualifications Strong strategic instincts with the ability to balance long-term vision with near-term business prioritiesExceptional influencing and communication skills, with credibility at the C-suite level internally and externallyExperience operating in a matrixed, fast-moving environment; comfort with ambiguity and a bias for actionPeople leadership experience, with a track record of developing high-performing teamsMBA or equivalent advanced degree preferredResponsibilitiesFor Chicago, IL-based roles: The base salary range for this role is USD $191,000 per year - USD $212,000 per year.For New York City, NY-based roles: The base salary range for this role is USD $212,000 per year - USD $235,000 per year.For San Francisco, CA-based roles: The base salary range for this role is USD $212,000 per year - USD $235,000 per year.For Seattle, WA-based roles: The base salary range for this role is USD $191,000 per year - USD $212,000 per year.For all US locations, you will be eligible to participate in Uber's bonus program, and may be offered an equity award & other types of comp. All full-time employees are eligible to participate in a 401(k) plan. You will also be eligible for various benefits.About the companyReady to Ride?This isn't the kind of place where you follow a playbook — it's where you help write one. If you're driven by impact, energized by challenge, and ready to shape how the world moves — we'd love to hear from you.You may be eligible for bonuses, equity, and other compensation, as well as a range of benefits. Explore our benefits.Offices remain key to collaboration and Uber's culture. Unless approved for full remote work, employees must spend at least 50% of their time in-office. Some roles, like those at greenlight hubs, require full-time in-office presence. Ask your Recruiter for details about this role's requirements.Uber is proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know by completing this form.