AVP, Technology – PayPal Savings Technology Lead

Role Summary/PurposeThe AVP, PayPal Savings Technology Lead is responsible for providing technical expertise and process execution to support the PayPal Savings program. This individual acts as the technical point of contact, coordinating technology oversight, program delivery, solution architecture, governance, audits, issue management, and risk identification, management, & reportingto ensure delivery support and compliance with Synchrony standards across cross-functional and partner teams.Our Way of WorkingWe’re proud to offer you choice and flexibility. At Synchrony, our way of working allows you to have the option to work from home, near one of our Hubs or come into one of our offices. Occasionally you may be required to commute to our nearest office for in person engagement activities such as business or team meetings, training and culture events.Essential ResponsibilitiesAssist with PayPal Savings partner projects by utilizing the in-place SDLC process and assisting with all phases, including technical requirements, design, build, testing, QA, and production deployment.Requires ability to interface directly with partner on strategic initiatives, projects, and production incidents.Manage technology relationship with PayPal and internal cross-functional business and technology teams.Lead technology project and program management for the PayPal Savings program.Coordinate internal cross functional workstreams to ensure leadership is up to date on status of the program.Ability to analyze production defects, troubleshoot systems, identify root cause, and implement fixes.Own technology L3 governance activities related to PayPal Savings, including the ongoing identification, assessment of key operational risks (RCSA’s) and the effectiveness of controls that address those risks.Act as the primary technicalliaison for internal and external audits, coordinating documentation requests, managing responses, and driving resolution of audit findings.Document IT oversight governance of key processes, reviews, controls, and governance processes, including but not limited to projects, production incidents, disaster recovery testing.Participate in issue management processes including Enterprise Governance, Risk Management and Compliance (EGRC) processes.Perform other duties and/or special projects as assigned.Qualifications/RequirementsBachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field with minimum 4+ years of experience in Information Technology OR in lieu of the Bachelor's degree, High School diploma and minimum 8 years of experience in Information TechnologyPrior experience as technical lead/technical project or program managerExperience owning and delivering a mission critical projectson time and within budgetWilling to work in a fast-paced environment with partner as well as internal cross functional teamsAbility to develop and maintain strong collaborative relationships at all levels across IT and Business Stakeholders.Excellent written and oral communication skills. Adept and presenting complex topics, influencing and executing with timely / actionable follow-through.Desired CharacteristicsPrior work experience in Banking/FinTech companyAbility to drive strong partnerships with second line teamsDemonstrated ability to manage complexity and multiple initiativesExperience in retail deposits, regulatory, or riskExperience dealing with sensitive data and software development in highly regulated environmentDemonstrated experience in working with partners and clients Leadership experience operating at a strategic level as part of a cross functional teamExperience operating as part of a cross functional teamUse of advanced technical & analytical competencies in driving effective strategic goalsAdvanced experience with SAS/SQL or other related analytic toolsExperience in leading QA teamsExperience with Client/Partner managementSalary & BenefitsThe salary range for this position is 90,000.00 - 155,000.00 USD Annual and is eligible for an annual bonus based on individual and company performance.Actual compensation offered within the posted salary range will be based upon work experience, skill level or knowledge.Salaries are adjusted according to market in CA, NY Metro and Seattle.Eligibility RequirementsYou must be 18 years or olderYou must have a high school diploma or equivalentYou must be willing to take a drug test, submit to a background investigation and submit fingerprints as part of the onboarding processYou must be able to satisfy the requirements of Section 19 of the Federal Deposit Insurance Act.EEO StatementLegal authorization to work in the U.S. is required. 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