Visa · 3 days ago
Sr. Director of Product Management, Data Governance Platform
Foster City, CA
Full-time
Hybrid
Lead/Staff, Director/Executive
$229K/yr - $358K/yr
12+ years expVisa is a world leader in payments technology, facilitating transactions globally. The Senior Director of Product Management for the Data Governance Platform will define and execute the strategy for Visa’s enterprise Data Governance Platform, ensuring high-quality data products that drive innovation and compliance.
BankingFinanceFinancial ServicesInformation TechnologyMobile PaymentsPayments
Responsibilities
Define and own the product vision, strategy and roadmap for Data Governance Platform, ensuring alignment with Visa’s enterprise data strategy and regulatory requirements
Champion key governance capabilities, including metadata management, data quality & control, access management, and consent management
Partner with senior stakeholders to translate business needs into governance strategies and deliver measurable OKRs/KPIs
Lead the end-to-end product lifecycle: ideation, design, development, testing, launch, and continuous improvement
Convert business needs into platform requirements, user stories, and acceptance criteria
Oversee critical platform features such as data catalog, data lineage, depersonalization, access management, storage and compute observability
Drive continuous improvement of data quality processes, leveraging automation and AI-driven insights
Collaborate with Data/AI Policy & Governance teams to enforce lifecycle standards and consent management
Establish and enforce best practices for data governance, privacy, and security across all platforms, proactively mitigating data-related risks through robust compliance and governance frameworks
Stay ahead of emerging trends in data governance, cloud platforms, and AI/ML compliance
Work closely with engineering, cybersecurity, and product teams to deliver scalable, secure solutions
Serve as a strategic link between the Global Data Office, business units and technology to ensure governance priorities align with product roadmaps
Build and mentor a high-performing team of product managers and analysts
Foster a culture of innovation, accountability, and continuous improvement, while promoting data literacy and embedding governance principles across the enterprise
Qualification
Required
12 or more years of work experience with a Bachelor's Degree or at least 10 years of work experience with an Advanced degree (e.g. Masters/MBA/JD/MD), or a minimum of 5 years of work experience with a PhD
Strong understanding of data architecture principles, metadata management, access management, master data management and data quality
Hands-on experience with data catalogs, lineage tools, and automated governance technologies. Knowledge of cloud compute, storage, and engineering practices
Expertise in regulatory compliance (GDPR, CCPA) and enterprise data security
Competence in data quality assessment, root cause analysis, and continuous improvement of governance processes
Proven leadership excellence: driving organizational change, managing global teams, and delivering innovation while strengthening core operations
Ability to influence senior stakeholders, drive strategic initiatives and lead change management
Skilled at translating business needs into governance strategies and demonstrating ROI with measurable KPIs
People management: trusted coach and advocate for responsible data and AI use, with a track record of building high-performing teams
Strong execution ability to simplify complexity, keep priorities on track, and lead cross-functional projects in ambiguous environments
Exceptional communication and influence skills across senior levels, geographies, and functions
Advanced product management skills, including proficiency with product management tools and Scaled Agile practices
Global perspective with experience in multi-national business environments
Preferred
15 or more years of experience with a Bachelor's Degree or 12 years of experience with an Advanced Degree (e.g. Masters, MBA, JD, or MD), PhD with 9+ years of experience
Proven track record of delivering large-scale data platforms and governance solutions in global organizations
Deep expertise in data governance frameworks, metadata management, and cloud-based data platforms
Familiarity with AI/ML data lifecycle and compliance standards is a plus
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
401 (k)
FSA/HSA
Life Insurance
Paid Time Off
Wellness Program
Company
Visa
Visa is a multinational financial services company that facilitates electronic payment systems throughout the world.
10001+ employees
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Funding
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2016-09-10Post Ipo Equity
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Leadership Team
Ryan McInerney
Chief Executive Officer
Chris Suh
EVP & Chief Financial Officer
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