EMV Lead/ Program or Project Manager

Compunnel, Inc.; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A technology solutions firm is seeking an experienced EMV Lead / Program or Project Manager in Atlanta, Georgia. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in EMV and credit card processing, along with a strong background in managing complex projects. Responsibilities include leading EMV projects, overseeing certification processes, and collaborating with stakeholders. A solid understanding of ISO standards and event-driven architecture is essential for this role.

Qualifications

• 8–10 years of experience in the banking and cards domain.
• In-depth knowledge of EMV, credit card processing, and ISO 8583 message formats.
• Experience with T3 ICC or similar testing tools.
• Strong understanding of 3DS concepts and scheme certification processes.
• Proven expertise in event-driven architecture.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage end-to-end EMV and card-related projects.
• Oversee credit card switch authorization platforms.
• Manage scheme certifications with major networks.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to define project scope.
• Analyze and debug issues during merchant certification.

Skills

EMV

Credit card processing

ISO 8583 standards

Stakeholder management

Analytical skills

Project planning

Event-driven architecture

Risk management

Tools

T3 ICC

Apache Kafka

Azure Event Hub

AWS SQS

Job description

We are looking for an experienced EMV Lead / Program or Project Manager with deep expertise in the banking and cards domain.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in EMV, credit card processing, and ISO 8583 standards, along with proven experience in managing complex card-related projects and stakeholder relationships.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage end-to-end EMV and card-related projects, ensuring timely and successful delivery.
• Oversee credit card switch authorization platforms and transaction flow.
• Manage scheme certifications with major networks such as Visa, Mastercard, and American Express.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to define project scope, objectives, and deliverables.
• Analyze and debug issues during merchant certification processes.
• Utilize tools such as T3 ICC or similar for testing and validation.
• Ensure adherence to project governance, risk management, and compliance standards.
• Drive benefits realization, proposal management, and account mining initiatives.
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment with business goals.

Required Qualifications

• 8–10 years of experience in the banking and cards domain.
• In-depth knowledge of EMV, credit card processing, and ISO 8583 message formats.
• Experience with T3 ICC or similar testing tools.
• Strong understanding of 3DS concepts and scheme certification processes with Visa, Mastercard, and Amex.
• Proven expertise in event-driven architecture, including tools like Apache Kafka, Azure Event Hub, or AWS SQS.
• Excellent analytical and debugging skills for issue resolution during merchant certification.
• Strong stakeholder management, project planning, and governance capabilities.
• Experience in risk and crisis management, benefits management, and proposal/pursuit management.
• Demonstrated ability in account management and mining.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in global card acquiring environments.
• Familiarity with Agile or hybrid project management methodologies.