Akkodis is seeking a Product Owner - Instant Payments for a Direct Hire position with a client located in Lake Mary, FL (Hybrid 3 days). Ideally looking for applicants with a solid background in the financial services industry.
Pay Range: $130,000 to $145,000k annually + benefits
Product Owner - Instant Payments- Job Description/ Responsibilities
This is a contract to hire role for Product Owner within the Real-Time Payments Platform team working on Instant Payments. They want the person on-site in Pittsburgh or Lake Mary. It will end up as a VP-Level K.
Job Description:
We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Software Product Owner to lead the development and optimization of our Instant Payment Processing platform. In this role, you will serve as the critical link between business stakeholders, customers, and the technology team, ensuring the successful delivery of innovative, secure, and scalable payment solutions. Your expertise will drive the evolution of a product that processes real-time payments with high availability and compliance with regulatory requirements.
Key Responsibilities
Product Strategy & Vision:
Define and communicate the product vision and strategy for instant payment processing in alignment with the company’s broader objectives.
Work closely with Product Manager to write and groom user stories
Manage the efforts of a software development pod including: Scrum Master and up to 10 Developers
Job Requirements
Education & Experience:
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Business Administration, or a related field (Master’s degree preferred).
5+ years of experience in a product owner or product management role, preferably in financial services or payment systems.
Proven track record of managing software products in the real-time payments or financial transaction processing domain.
Technical Skills:
Solid understanding of instant payment systems (e.g., RTP, SEPA Instant, FedNow, SWIFT GPI) and financial messaging standards (ISO 20022).
Familiarity with software development lifecycle (SDLC) methodologies, including Agile and Scrum frameworks.
Experience working with APIs, microservices architecture, and payment gateways.
Basic understanding of security protocols and compliance frameworks like PCI DSS, AML, and KYC.
Preferred Qualifications:
Certified Scrum Product Owner (CSPO) or similar Agile certification.
Experience with real-time processing platforms and high-availability systems.
Knowledge of emerging technologies in the financial services space, such as blockchain, AI-driven fraud detection, and cloud-native architecture.
Key Competencies
Results-driven, with a focus on delivering quality outcomes.
Adaptability in a fast-paced and highly regulated industry.
Passion for innovation and staying ahead of payment technology trends.
If you are interested in this Product Owner - Instant Payments job in Lake Mary, FL (Hybrid 3 days), then please click APPLY NOW. For other opportunities available at Akkodis go to www.akkodis.com.If you have questions about the position, please contact Varun Mahajan at 610-230-7027 or varun.mahajan@akkodisgroup.com.
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Benefits include but are not limited to:
- 401(k) with match
- Comprehensive medical insurance (PPO, HSA)
- Dental insurance (PPO)
- Vision assistance
- Three weeks of Paid Time Off to Start; Accumulating Structure Afterwards
- Paid Holidays Off
Available paid leave may include Paid Sick Leave, where required by law; any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law; and Holiday pays upon meeting eligibility criteria.
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