Project Manager Lead - Debit Processing

Description

Every transaction tells a story. Every innovation creates new possibilities. At FIS, we build the technology that helps businesses and communities thrive. Join us and be part of a team that embraces curiosity, values diverse perspectives, and turns ideas into action.

Role Location - Hybrid (three days in-office, two days virtual)

Milwaukee, Wisconsin

Jacksonville, Florida

About the Role

As a Project Manager Lead , you will provide strategic leadership for large, complex initiatives across the debit payments ecosystem. You will lead cross-functional programs focused on debit processing platforms, card management applications, client onboarding, product implementations, and operational transformation efforts. This role requires deep knowledge of debit payment networks, card lifecycle management, client delivery processes, and the ability to drive successful outcomes in highly regulated, client-facing environments.

Responsibilities

• Lead large-scale debit processing and card management projects from initiation through implementation, ensuring alignment with scope, timelines, budgets, quality standards, and business objectives.
• Partner with clients, product teams, technology teams, operations, and third-party stakeholders to deliver successful onboarding and conversion programs for new and existing debit processing customers.
• Manage implementation activities across the debit ecosystem, including card management applications, authorization processing, settlement processes, network connectivity, card issuance support , and related operational workflows.
• Develop and maintain comprehensive project plans, proactively managing risks, dependencies, resource requirements, stakeholder communications, and executive reporting throughout the project lifecycle.
• May mentor and/or train junior project managers and support staff.
• Required Qualifications
• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, management information systems, business administration or the equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
• At least 5 or more years of experience within the debit payments ecosystem, including debit/card processing, transaction authorization, network interfaces, card lifecycle management, and technology solutions.
• Experience implementing or managing card management applications and supporting end-to-end client onboarding, conversions, or platform migrations.
• Proven ability to manage multiple complex projects simultaneously while coordinating cross-functional teams, vendors, and client stakeholders.
• Strong knowledge of project management methodologies, risk management practices, budget oversight, and executive-level stakeholder communication.
• Preferred Qualifications
• Experience working with debit network integrations, fraud programs, ATM and EFT transaction processing, card issuance platforms, or digital payment solutions.
• Familiarity with payment industry standards, regulatory requirements, and emerging trends impacting debit and card processing services.
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification and advanced skills with project management software.
• The impact you’ll make
• As a Project Manager Lead, you will play a critical role in helping clients successfully adopt and expand payment solutions that support millions of transactions. Your leadership will directly influence client experience, operational excellence, and the successful delivery of strategic initiatives across the debit payments ecosystem. By guiding complex onboarding and implementation programs, you will help drive innovation, strengthen client partnerships, and contribute to the continued evolution of financial technology.

Benefits

• When you join FIS, you become part of a team that's shaping how the world pays, banks, and invests. We’re committed to helping you thrive, both professionally and personally.
• At FIS, we offer you:
• Internal career growth opportunities
• A voice in the future of fintech
• Always-on learning and development
• Collaborative work environment
• Opportunities to give back
• LI-BS3