Director, Data Product Management

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

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
• Entreprene