Vice President, Technology & Engineering

Mastercard powers economies and empowers people in 200+ countries, providing digital payment solutions and technology innovation.
Backend
Principal Software Engineer
In-Person
5,000+ Employees
15+ years of experience
Finance · Enterprise SaaS

Description For Vice President, Technology & Engineering

Mastercard, a global leader in digital payments and financial technology, is seeking a Vice President of Technology & Engineering to lead their product and engineering teams at Arcus. This is a strategic leadership role focused on delivering high-quality, scalable technology solutions that power financial services across 200+ countries.

The position requires a seasoned technology leader who can bridge technical excellence with business strategy. You'll be responsible for driving the vision and execution of modern, scalable technology solutions while leading multiple engineering teams across different geographies. The role involves close collaboration with business stakeholders to define roadmaps and deliver innovative solutions that align with Mastercard's global objectives.

As VP of Technology & Engineering, you'll oversee the entire technical landscape, from architecture and development to security and operations. You'll be instrumental in building and mentoring high-performing teams, fostering a culture of innovation, and ensuring the delivery of robust, secure, and scalable solutions. The role requires deep expertise in software engineering, proven leadership experience, and a strong understanding of financial technology.

Key aspects of the role include managing large-scale projects with broad organizational impact, driving the adoption of engineering best practices, and ensuring all solutions meet Mastercard's high standards for performance, scalability, and security. You'll also be responsible for evaluating and managing technology partnerships and vendor relationships.

The ideal candidate brings a combination of technical depth and business acumen, with experience in enterprise-scale technology solutions and a track record of successful team leadership. You should have strong communication skills to effectively engage with stakeholders across all levels of the organization and the ability to balance strategic thinking with practical execution.

This role offers the opportunity to shape the future of financial technology at a global scale, working with cutting-edge technologies and talented teams. You'll be part of an organization that values innovation, inclusion, and making a positive impact on how people and businesses engage with financial services worldwide.

The position is based in Mexico City and requires a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field, though equivalent practical experience will be considered. Experience in FinTech and financial services is highly valued, as is a proven track record of delivering complex technology solutions in a global environment.

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Responsibilities For Vice President, Technology & Engineering

  • Drive vision, strategy and execution for building scalable technology solutions
  • Provide leadership to multiple engineering teams across geographies
  • Collaborate with business owners and product managers to define roadmaps
  • Oversee design and operations of technology systems
  • Lead quality inspections, architecture reviews, and security reviews
  • Manage technology relationships with vendors and third-party providers
  • Drive adoption of best practices in engineering design and architecture
  • Partner with cross-functional teams to deliver technology solutions

Requirements For Vice President, Technology & Engineering

Java
  • Proven track record in senior leadership roles managing technology teams
  • Strong history of mentoring and developing talent
  • Hands-on experience in software engineering and architecture
  • Experience leading teams to build scalable solutions
  • Strong communication skills across technical and business domains
  • Advanced knowledge of software engineering concepts and SDLC
  • FinTech expertise preferred
  • Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or related field

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