Principal Product Manager, Strategy and Operations

Job Description

Are you curious, motivated, and forward-thinking? At FIS you’ll have the opportunity to work on some of the most challenging and relevant issues in financial services and technology. Our talented people empower us, and we believe in being part of a team that is open, collaborative, entrepreneurial, passionate and above all fun.

About the Team: 

FIS as a technology leader is investing in data, analytics and AI capabilities to drive commercial success with our financial services clients. The Enterprise Data Team is a start-up within FIS charged with designing data and AI solutions globally and delivering locally with our business units.

Locations: Jacksonville, FL / Milwaukee, WI / Atlanta, GA / New York, NY

About the role: 

We are seeking an experienced strategy and operations lead with deep expertise in financial services to drive the commercial success of the Enterprise data product portfolio. In this senior individual contributor role, you will build the enterprise data product strategy that directs FIS enterprise actions to accelerate data monetization. You will also enable key strategic partnership decisions to enable growth in our data, analytics and AI revenue and distribution. You will manage and track delivery of the team’s strategic imperatives and coordinate delivery and communication with key external and internal stakeholders. This role emphasizes strategic thinking, client engagement, product vision, commercial impact and cultivating highly effective partnerships over technical execution.  

With FIS’ Neutron Engine, FIS is delivering data products that are AI- and agentic-ready – meaning they are built to enable intelligent automation, advanced analytics, and autonomous AI agents in line with the latest industry trends. Given the AI innovation pace and evolving regulatory landscape you will provide the external perspective to guide FIS’ strategy, actions and partnerships.  

What you will be doing:

In this role you will be responsible for driving FIS’ Enterprise Data Product roadmap and revenue. 

• Act as thought leader on the strategy and execution; maintain keen awareness of industry landscape and directly inform FIS go-to-market efforts and product strategy  
• Articulate FIS product vision clearly and concisely translating complex concepts into easily accessible and understood content and visualizations 
• Manage the creation of senior level client and FIS business leaders level executive communications 
• Develop "trusted advisor" relationships with multiple senior stakeholders 
• Develop and key deliverables requires to drive monetization. 

What you will need: 

• 15+ years in product management, data strategy, or related roles, with a proven track record of commercial success in bringing data-driven products to market. Significant experience in the financial services industry is required – you have led or heavily influenced data/analytics initiatives in banking, fintech, insurance or capital markets. A history of defining product vision and roadmaps at a senior level (Director, Principal, or Head of Product equivalent) is essential. 
• Previous experience and proven success with operating model design and / or business strategy with a strong interest in design thinking, digital transformation, and tech innovation 
• Strong communication, research, presentation and creative skills 
• Highly self-motivated with ability to remain composed under pressure and excel amid ambiguity 
• Full knowledge of MS Office required including Excel, PowerPoint, Word 
• Bachelor's degree from top-tier program required 

Added bonus if you have: 

• MBA or Master’s degree 

What we offer you: 
A career at FIS is more than just a job. It’s the change to shape the future of fintech. At FIS, we offer you:  

• A voice in the future of fintech  
• Always-on learning and development 
• Collaborative work environment  
• Opportunities to give back  
• Competitive salary and benefits

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EEOC Statement

FIS is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, genetic information, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other protected characteristics. The EEO is the Law poster is available here supplement document available here

For positions located in the US, the following conditions apply. If you are made a conditional offer of employment, you will be required to undergo a drug test. ADA Disclaimer: In developing this job description care was taken to include all competencies needed to successfully perform in this position. However, for Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) purposes, the essential functions of the job may or may not have been described for purposes of ADA reasonable accommodation. All reasonable accommodation requests will be reviewed and evaluated on a case-by-case basis.

Sourcing Model

Recruitment at FIS works primarily on a direct sourcing model; a relatively small portion of our hiring is through recruitment agencies. FIS does not accept resumes from recruitment agencies which are not on the preferred supplier list and is not responsible for any related fees for resumes submitted to job postings, our employees, or any other part of our company.

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