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$170,000 – $323,000
Listed on Mastercard’s own careers site. You apply with them directly — we never stand between you and the employer.
What this role is
This role leads major cross-functional software initiatives and strategic technical decisions for a payments company, requiring deep expertise in architecting secure solutions and mentoring engineering teams through complex, high-stakes projects. It suits experienced engineers comfortable with business strategy, vendor management, and shaping technical direction across matrix organizations.
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What they ask for
Required
- Bachelor's degree in information systems, information technology, computer science, or engineering or equivalent experience
- Proven track record implementing Lean methodology and delivering high-efficiency solutions
- Superior coding background with Java/Spring or Python
- AWS, Databricks/Snowflake experience
- Lead and influence matrix-based project teams in geographically distributed environments
- Strong verbal and written communication and relationship-building skills
Nice to have
- Extensive background delivering secure solutions in financial services
- Vendor relationship management, vendor selection, RFI/RFP, and SOW experience
- Experience in operations environment
- Experience using AI to assist in application design and understanding associated risks