Technical Product Manager- Issuers (Wallet, Payments & Commerce)

This role will help scale and advance the Apple Pay ecosystem by working with leading issuers, networks, PSPs, payment processors, FinTechs and channel partners to deliver seamless, Apple Pay experiences.

We're seeking a “hybrid” product/project professional to provide key subject matter expertise during the initial engagement with new Apple Pay partners and to implement new features with existing strategic Apple Pay Partners .

## Description

In this role, you will collaborate closely with BD, Product, Developer Relations, and engineering teams to implement new Apple Pay and Wallet features.

You will drive partner integrations, design scalable technical solutions, and communicate clearly with internal and external stakeholders.

You will work hands-on with a variety of ecosystem partners such as: Issuers, payment processors, networks, FinTechs, POS vendors and labs to resolve issues, enable new capabilities, and maintain strong technical relationships that directly impact business outcomes.

You will lead multiple Apple Pay projects from conception through execution, ensuring alignment across partners and internal teams. Your work will enable consistent, high-quality payment experiences and contribute to the ongoing innovation of Apple Pay and the broader Wallet ecosystem.

You will also evangelize Apple Pay technology to and drive Wallet adoption through solving customer problems and also understand industry standards and technology trends.

## Minimum qualifications

7+ years of experience as an engineering project/program/product manager, ideally within fintech or core payment technologies

Experience in the payments industry, digital wallets,

Ability to lead complex initiatives with hands-on technical expertise across the payment ecosystem, including NFC/contactless payments, EMV, payment rails, gateways, PSPs, acquirers, and payment terminals

Proven ability to communicate effectively with partners and stakeholders at all levels

Strong analytical and critical thinking skills, with the ability to navigate ambiguity and make sound decisions

B.A./B.S./M.S. EE/CS degree required

## Preferred qualifications

Direct experience working with external partners on cross channel initiatives and new technologies

Deep understanding of Network Tokenization standards, NFC Technologies, EMV contactless, 3DS, ISO 8583/ISO 20022 , RTP, WSDL and mobile technology

Experience in payment processing, mobile payments, issuer apps, electronic commerce, NFC ecosystem and applications

Experience in issuer or payment ecosystem authentication methods, fraud prevention and detection and industry best practices

Experience with Latam domestic payment schemes or alternate payment methods

Fluent or working proficiency in Portuguese or Spanish