FinTech Accelerator Executive-in-Residence

MassChallenge, Inc.; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 18,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

MassChallenge is seeking a fintech Executive-in-Residence (EIR) to support the SMU FinTech Accelerator in Dallas. The EIR will advise on regulatory readiness, banking partnerships, and fintech technical depth to help startups navigate licensing, AML/KYC, and pilots.

Engagement runs November 2026 through June 2027, with 8–10 hours per week and weekly touchpoints early on. Qualified applicants bring 10+ years in fintech operations, regulatory knowledge, enterprise experience, and strong mentorship

Qualifications

• 10+ years in fintech operating roles or similar.
• Hands-on regulatory frameworks experience (licensing, AML/KYC).
• Experience leading enterprise pilots into financial institutions.

Responsibilities

• Advise founders on licensing, bank partnerships and banking-as-a-service.
• Coach startups through vendor onboarding, vendor risk, security and contract reviews.

Skills

Fintech operating experience

Regulatory knowledge

Enterprise and pilot experience

Mentorship experience

DFW-based networks

Tools

Regulatory frameworks

Bank partnerships

Payments infrastructure

Job description

MassChallenge is seeking a fintech Executive-in-Residence (EIR) to support the SMU FinTech Accelerator in Dallas. The EIR will advise on regulatory readiness, banking partnerships, and fintech technical depth to help startups navigate licensing, AML/KYC, and pilots.

Engagement runs November 2026 through June 2027, with 8–10 hours per week and weekly touchpoints early on. Qualified applicants bring 10+ years in fintech operations, regulatory knowledge, enterprise experience, and strong mentorship