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Sr. Product Owner (Banking & Payments Domain) Raleigh NC (Onsite) Contract

AceStack LLC, Raleigh, NC, United States


Job Title: Senior Product Owner - Open Banking & Payment Systems Location: Raleigh, NC (100% Onsite) Duration: Contract

Overall IT Experience Required:

17-20+ Years

Job Summary:

We are seeking a

highly experienced Senior Product Owner

to lead and drive

product strategy and delivery for Open Banking and Payment Systems.

The ideal candidate will bring

deep expertise in financial services, a thorough understanding of open banking frameworks (such as PSD2, API-led architectures) , and a proven track record of delivering complex payment solutions in fast-paced enterprise environments.

Key Responsibilities: Define, develop, and manage product strategy and roadmap for Open Banking and Payment platforms. Work closely with stakeholders including business teams, engineering, compliance, and operations to deliver product features that align with regulatory requirements and business goals. Lead agile product development cycles, write detailed user stories, prioritize backlog, and ensure timely delivery of milestones. Collaborate with technical teams to define API standards, data privacy protocols, and secure authentication mechanisms. Drive innovations in real-time payments, digital wallets, and integration with third-party financial platforms. Analyze customer and market needs, turning insights into product features that drive value. Stay updated on industry regulations, global payment trends, and open banking innovations. Act as a product evangelist within and outside the organization. Required Skills & Qualifications:

17-20+ years of overall IT experience, with at least 8-10 years focused on

banking, open banking systems, and digital payments . Must have 3-5+ Years of experience as a Product Owner. Deep domain knowledge of payment systems (ACH, RTP, Wire, SWIFT, ISO 20022, card networks). Expertise in

Open Banking frameworks , standards, and API platforms. Familiarity with global banking regulations including PSD2, GDPR, and regional open banking initiatives. Strong understanding of agile methodologies and tools (e.g., Jira, Confluence). Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills. Bachelor's or Master's degree in Business, Computer Science, or a related field. Nice to Have:

Experience working with fintechs, digital banking platforms, or core banking transformation projects. Certification in Product Management (e.g., CSPO, SAFe PO/PM).