Fiserv

VP Information Technology I

Fiserv$150K — $200K *
Information Technology
11 - 15 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 15+ years in software development with knowledge of modern technologies like Cloud, DevOps, and Java
  • 6+ years of enterprise-level management experience with a strategic understanding of business and IT
  • 6+ years leading teams in microservices and modern tech development
  • Proven liaison experience between business needs and IT constraints
  • Bachelor's degree in computer science or related field, or equivalent experience

Responsibilities

  • Lead teams through strategic changes while collaborating with stakeholders and senior executives
  • Oversee project planning, ensuring rigorous development and delivery processes
  • Structure teams for optimal resource engagement and alignment with development needs
  • Foster a culture of continuous improvement across processes and development practices
  • Assess and remediate operational and financial controls within the environment
  • Establish clear roles and responsibilities to support a self-sustaining organization
  • Ensure proper documentation for platforms to mitigate risks and support onboarding
  • Effectively manage off-shore resources and consultants to foster a culture of trust

Benefits

  • Emphasis on in-person collaboration to enhance career growth in fintech
  • Flexible overtime, including weekends and holidays
  • Travel expected at approximately 25% to other office locations
  • Opportunity to shape the future of fintech through innovative practices
  • Supportive culture promoting engagement and collaboration within teams
Full Job Description
Job Title
VP Information Technology I

About Your Role

The VP of Information Technology will increase focus and visibility for Issuer Solutions, drive accountability and quality, roadmap delivery, appropriate level of innovation and transformation through standardization for the industry and sustain engineering managed. You will lead delivery of teams across development to implementation to production support and resources through alignment and appropriate prioritization.

What you'll do:
  • Lead team and others through strategic organizational change initiative while you partner with business stakeholders, client relationship managers and senior leadership to deliver strategic roadmaps on a metric driven approach to measure progress on platforms across SDLC KPIs and support
  • Participate in project planning and oversee development and delivery while be the single escalation point to senior leadership, and ensure developers deliver quality code, meeting coding and cyber standards
  • Structure team to ensure engagement and alignment of resources and skills to address support, development, and client delivery expectations
  • Embed the continuous improvement culture with assessment of processes, controls, quality, and development practices across the team while you support a culture that rewards success and promotes collaboration
  • Assess and remediate controls (reputational, financial, operational) and associated monitoring of existing environment
  • Build structure and succession with team leaders to be able to operate without day-to-day guidance by establishing clear roles, responsibilities, and process owners to enable the organization to become self-standing, addressing single points of failure and make it process dependent
  • Ensure investment in appropriate documentation for the platforms to allow for supportability, risk mitigation through cross training and support new resource onboarding
  • Leverage off-shore resourcing including consultants effectively with investment in pre-requisites, work allocation and guidance, creates culture of trust to off-shore certain projects with oversight


Experience you'll need to have:
  • 15+ years of experience in software development, and good understanding of modern practices like Cloud, DevOps, Agile, Java, APIs, modern frameworks, databases etc.
  • 6+ years of management experience at an enterprise level using a broad, enterprise-wide view of the business and varying degrees of appreciation for strategy, processes, and capabilities, enabling technologies, and governance
  • 6+ years of experience leading teams in developing micro services and micro batch modern technology
  • Experience acting as a liaison conveying information needs of the business to IT and data constraints to the business; applying equal conveyance regarding business strategy and IT strategy, business processes and workflow automation, business initiatives and IT initiatives, and benefit realization and service delivery
  • Bachelor's degree in computer science, or a relevant field, or an equivalent combination of education, work, and/or military experience


Experience that would be great to have:
  • Experience working in the Financial Services industry or specifically with Fiserv products and services is a strong plus
  • Ability to effectively communicate and navigate through complex program delivery, ensuring meeting roadmap delivery and timelines working across multiple stakeholders
  • Strong situational analysis and decision-making abilities
  • Act as a team player with the ability to work effectively at all levels of an organization and influence others to move toward consensus


How you'll work:
  • Fiserv emphasizes in-person collaboration to help you grow your career while shaping the future of fintech, this role is on-site Monday through Friday
  • This role requires flexibility to work overtime that includes weekends and holidays
  • This role requires use of a computer and audio equipment


Travel:
  • Approximately 25% travel off-site or to other office locations is expected


Sponsorship:
  • You must currently possess valid and unrestricted U.S. work authorization to be considered for this role. Individuals with temporary visas including, but not limited to, F-1 (OPT, CPT, STEM), H-1B, H-2, or TN, or any candidate requiring sponsorship, now or in the future, will not be considered for this role


This role is not eligible to be performed in Colorado, California, District of Columbia, Hawaii, Illinois, Massachusetts, Maryland, Minnesota, New Jersey, New York, Nevada, Rhode Island, Vermont, Virginia, Maine or Washington.

It is unlawful to discriminate against a prospective employee due to the individual's status as a veteran.

Please note that salary ranges provided for this role on external job boards are salary estimates made by outside parties and may not be accurate.

Thank you for considering employment with Fiserv. Please:

  • Apply using your legal name
  • Complete the step-by-step profile and attach your resume (either is acceptable, both are preferable).

About Fiserv

CashEdge(R) provides infrastructure that global financial institutions rely on to extend their online channels and enhance customer profitability. CashEdge delivers secure Online Money Movement and Advanced Account Aggregation platforms that power specialized retail banking and advisor applications. These proven solutions enable CashEdge's clients to create compelling online offerings that attract customers, generate revenues, and reduce costs. CashEdge serves top-tier financial institutions around the world. Clients and partners include Vanguard, RBC Financial Group, CIBC, Yahoo! Finance, Digital Insight, First Data, TD Canada Trust, NYCE, Laurentian Bank, Financial Fusion and Corillian. CashEdge has offices in New York and Silicon Valley.

Fiserv Careers

Join the Fiserv team today and be part of a dynamic company known for innovation, leadership, and a commitment to the professional growth of its employees. At Fiserv, we offer more than just job opportunities; we provide a platform where skills are honed, leadership is cultivated, and career aspirations are achieved. Work You’ll Do At Fiserv, we are constantly on the lookout for talented individuals eager to thrive in a culture that fosters growth and diversity. Our team is composed of professionals who lead the way in financial services technology. By joining us, you will collaborate with some of the brightest minds in the industry, working together to solve complex challenges and deliver innovative solutions that impact millions of people every day. Explore Our Job Opportunities Whether you're seeking an entry-level position or a more senior role, Fiserv offers a range of career paths in areas such as software development, project management, financial analysis, and client services. Our hiring process is designed to identify and attract individuals who are not only technically proficient but who also embody our values of integrity and responsibility. Internship Programs Kickstart your career with a Fiserv internship. Our internships provide invaluable workplace experience and networking opportunities that often lead to full-time employment. As an intern, you’ll gain hands-on experience while working on meaningful projects that directly contribute to the company’s goals. Benefits and Culture Fiserv is committed to the well-being and continuous development of our employees. We offer competitive benefits including health, dental, and vision insurance, as well as opportunities for professional development through leadership training and diversity programs. Our culture is one of inclusion, where every team member is valued and has the opportunity to contribute to our success. Career Growth and Development We believe in nurturing the potential of our employees through career development initiatives and continuous learning opportunities. At Fiserv, you will find a supportive environment where you can grow your career through on-the-job experiences, mentoring, and formal training. Stay Connected Join Our Team Search open positions that match your skills and interests. We look for passionate, curious, creative, and solution-driven team players. Start your journey with Fiserv today and help shape the future of financial services. Keep Up to Date Stay ahead with career tips, insider perspectives, and industry-leading insights you can put to use today—all from the people who work here. Job Alert Emails Personalize your subscription to receive job alerts, latest news, and insider tips tailored to your preferences. Discover the exciting and rewarding career opportunities that await at Fiserv. Explore, innovate, and grow with Fiserv. Let your career journey begin here, where you can make a real difference in the world of finance.
Learn more about Fiserv
Size
44,000 employees
Market Cap
$63.4 billion
Industry
Net Income
$958 million
Founded
1984
5 Year Trend
+24.1%
Revenue
$14.8 billion
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