Payments Lead
KalshiSalary not specified
Not SpecifiedCompensation
Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Payments, FinTechIndustries
Requirements
- Dynamic, transformative leadership to architect, build, and scale Money Movement Operations for Visa Direct
- Deep expertise in data, operational flows, risk management, controls, AI, and systems thinking
- Ability to lead, recruit, and develop a global high-performing team of 200+, instilling a culture of ownership, precision, and continuous improvement
- Track record of building and leading transformation in complex, global environments
- Resilience, strategic vision, tactical execution, and ability to thrive under pressure
- Experience driving innovation with data science methodologies, advanced models, and Generative AI across operational processes, systems, and tooling
Responsibilities
- Lead Visa’s global money movement operations and platforms, focusing on automation, systems architecture, workflow engineering, and operational excellence
- Build and scale a resilient operational ecosystem, embedding a risk-aware, client-centric culture
- Partner cross-functionally to drive higher levels of Payment Success and No-Touch Processing, ensuring timely, accurate, and compliant cash reconciliation
- Deeply investigate issues and incidents to identify root causes, strengthen controls, and proactively mitigate risk; provide oversight and challenge of critical outsourcing relationships
- Define and implement a target operating standard for Money Movement Operations—assess current processes, tooling, and capabilities; identify gaps; and execute against a maturity roadmap
- Embed first-line risk ownership and accountability, cultivating a scalable, well-documented, and resilient operational model
- Partner with core enabling functions (e.g., Treasury and Compliance) to ensure end-to-end operations run effectively, efficiently, and in alignment with Visa’s standards and regulatory requirements
- Maintain strong governance and reporting to management committees and the Board, ensuring visibility into top risks, key controls, material issues, and full compliance with laws, regulations, licenses, and supervisory expectations
- Develop, implement, and maintain operational strategies, policies, and procedures aligned with long-term business objectives for Collections and Payment Operations
- Streamline and refine processes to maximize efficiency, scalability, and speed, supporting new products, services, and funding/settlement models
- Lead the Business Testing function within Operations, embedding automation
Skills
Data Science
Risk Management
AI
Generative AI
Operations
Automation
Systems Thinking
Leadership
Transformation
Data-Driven Insights
Visa
Global digital payment network provider
About Visa
Visa operates a global digital payment network that facilitates electronic payments for millions of people daily. The company connects consumers, businesses, financial institutions, and governments, allowing them to make transactions using Visa cards. Each time a card is used, Visa earns money through transaction, service, and data processing fees. Unlike many competitors, Visa focuses on expanding access to financial services for underserved communities and supporting local economies. The company's goal is to promote financial inclusivity and drive sustainable commerce, ensuring that more people can participate in the global economy.
San Francisco, CaliforniaHeadquarters
1958Year Founded
$55.8MTotal Funding
ANGEL_INDIVIDUALCompany Stage
Fintech, Financial ServicesIndustries
10,001+Employees
Benefits
Health Insurance.
Life Insurance.
Dental Insurance.
Disability Insurance.
Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance.
Risks
CBDCs could reduce reliance on Visa's payment network.
'Buy Now, Pay Later' services may decrease traditional credit card transactions.
Fintech startups offering zero-fee transactions could pressure Visa's revenue model.
Differentiation
Visa operates a global digital payment network connecting millions daily.
The company focuses on financial inclusivity and sustainability in its operations.
Visa collaborates with central banks on Central Bank Digital Currencies (CBDCs).
Upsides
Visa's partnership with fintechs enhances cross-border payment solutions.
Adoption of blockchain technology could revolutionize digital payments.
AI-driven fraud detection systems are reducing fraudulent activities.
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