Join Mastercard, a global leader in payment technology, as a Principal in Enterprise Operations. You will be instrumental in shaping and executing our technology strategy, managing financial planning, and driving the successful delivery of ambitious program objectives. This role offers a unique opportunity to contribute to the growth of a Mobile Payment Gateway platform across the MEA region, impacting economies and empowering individuals worldwide.

Mastercard is committed to building a sustainable economy where everyone can prosper. We achieve this through secure, simple, smart, and accessible digital payment solutions, leveraging our advanced technology, global partnerships, and extensive networks to unlock the greatest potential for people, businesses, and governments.

As Principal, Enterprise Operations, you will spearhead the development and execution of product and solution roadmaps for a diverse portfolio of services.

You will lead and mentor teams dedicated to the software development of shared business services, ensuring seamless integration across multiple products and domains.

Collaborate closely with business stakeholders and technology departments to define service roadmaps and drive their successful implementation.

Champion talent development by identifying, coaching, and grooming high-potential employees, fostering growth and ensuring adherence to goal-setting and performance appraisal processes.

Provide strategic vision and leadership for a wide array of applications, systems, and software development methodologies. Cultivate an environment of ingenuity and creativity, challenging the status quo to foster innovation and acting as a role model for the organization.

Drive transformative change through process, practice, and technology enhancements, building a high-caliber team that sets a benchmark for organizational performance. Communicate the vision for next-generation architecture throughout the organization.

We are seeking an accomplished professional with significant product management experience, adept at defining and articulating vision, strategy, roadmaps, and milestones for service portfolios.

Demonstrated success in technology delivery, coupled with a proven track record of thought leadership and cross-functional influence within agile development environments is essential.

Candidates should possess recent hands-on experience with current technologies and a comprehensive understanding of development methodologies and standards.

A Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, or equivalent practical experience in technology systems delivery, is required.

Experience leading and delivering large-scale projects from inception to completion, including talent selection and resource planning across diverse geographies and functions, is crucial.

Comfort in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with evolving products, services, and approaches is expected. Prior experience in startup environments would be a valuable asset.