Payments Project Manager

Job Description We are seeking a Project Manager for banking payments technology projects, responsible for leading the end-to-end delivery of solutions including cards, real-time payments, and clearing & settlement. Responsibilities Lead end-to-end delivery of banking payments technology projects (cards, real-time payments, clearing & settlement). Define project scope, timelines, milestones, and budgets, ensuring 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; report and elevate as needed. Ensure compliance with regulatory and security standards (AML/KYC, PCI-DSS, ISO 20022). Drive testing, UAT, and go-live readiness to ensure quality and stability. Provide clear status reporting to senior stakeholders and manage expectations. Qualifications 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. Salary Salary Range: $130,000 - $140,000 per year. #J-18808-Ljbffr Tata Consultancy Services