Project Manager
- Full-time
- Job Family Group: Technology and Operations
Company Description
Common Purpose, Uncommon
Opportunity. Everyone at Visa works with one goal in mind – making sure that
Visa is the best way to pay and be paid, for everyone everywhere. This is our
global vision and the common purpose that unites the entire Visa team. As a
global payments technology company, tech is at the heart of what we do: Our
VisaNet network processes over 13,000 transactions per second for people and
businesses around the world, enabling them to use digital currency instead of
cash and checks. We are also global advocates for financial inclusion, working
with partners around the world to help those who lack access to financial
services join the global economy. Visa’s sponsorships, including the Olympics
and FIFA™ World Cup, celebrate teamwork, diversity, and excellence throughout
the world. If you have a passion to make a difference in the lives of people
around the world, Visa offers an uncommon opportunity to build a strong,
thriving career. Visa is fueled by our team of talented employees who
continuously raise the bar on delivering the convenience and security of
digital currency to people all over the world. Join our team and find out how
Visa is everywhere you want to be.
Job Description
The
Data Product Development group is a key component of Visa's Technology
organization that provides the enabling technology and processes to manage
Visa's data assets and deliver value added information products and services to
customers. Areas of focus include the Visa Data Platform, Business
Intelligence, Loyalty, Commercial Card, Risk and Authentication, and other core
revenue generating areas within Visa. The team is dedicated to building on past
successes and is committed to leveraging Visa's data in the most efficient and
secure way which maximizes the profit potential of this vital corporate asset.
The group maintains 10+ petabytes of data in over 90 data systems for various
internal lines of business and external clients. We provide services on behalf
of traditional bank customers to millions of cardholders and merchants around
the world. Our application development is on the cutting edge of technology,
and we are viewed as innovative leaders within our industry.
A strong candidate will have a solid experience with technology/ product
program management, people management, x-functional team leadership, as well as
superb skills in communications, business analysis, problem-solving, cross-team
coordination, communications, project/program management, processes, and change
management. The ideal candidate is not just a facilitator or project plan
tracker but ensures things get done. The ideal candidate must have a drive to
get things done and a "make it happen" attitude.
The Project Manager will have primary responsibility for managing projects within
the Data Platform & Business Intelligence Project Management Office.
Key responsibilities include:
- Responsible for managing large scale, cross divisional
projects with budgets in excess of $10M. - Work with Product Owners to develop project roadmaps
which align to business objectives and sequenced by priority and resource
availability. - Management of Waterfall Programs/Projects
- Management of multiple Scrum Teams with geographically
distributed team members. - Drive Scrum Teams to self-organization, utilizing Agile
Best Practices - Responsible for end-to-end Feature Management, i.e.,
Feature Grooming, Feature/Release Planning, Sprint Cycle, Release
Management - Drive efficiency by utilizing Visa Project Management
Methodology, processes and tools, i.e., Charters, Financials, Gates - Provide timely and accurate reporting to all
stakeholders; hold regular cross organizational management briefings. - Lead boldly and utilize hard and soft skills to
influence participants of all levels towards the common goal. - Proactively identify and mitigate risks and issues.
- Maintain meticulous records of projects and programs
financials, issues, risks, decisions, schedules. - Exercise independent judgment with minimal direction
from supervisor.
Qualifications
- Strong leadership qualities and organizational skills
as well as the ability to adapt quickly to changing priorities,
assignments, and roles. - A BA/BS or equivalent work experience is required.
Concentration in Computer Science or a related technical discipline. MBA
is a plus. - CSM certification is required.
- 8+ years of project management experience including 3+
years using Agile methodology. - Experience with Agile frameworks like SCRUM, XP, Lean
& Kanban. - Proficient knowledge in software development lifecycle
and project management methodology. - Excellent verbal, written, and presentation skills. In
particular, a demonstrated ability to effectively communicate technical
and business issues and solutions to multiple organizational levels
internally and externally as needed. - Solid analytical and problem-solving skills; ability to
think strategically. - Expert ability to work independently and manage one's
time. - Proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office tools
(Microsoft Access, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project, SharePoint). - Experience with tools like Rally, Jira and Wiki.
- PMP certification is not mandatory, but highly preferred
- Financial services and card payments experience is a
plus. - Knowledge of Visa's financial, Annual Operating Plan,
and Technology processes is a plus but not required.
Additional Information
Visa will consider for employment
qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the
requirements of Article 49 of the San Francisco Police Code.
All your information will be kept
confidential according to EEO guidelines.