Indepth understanding of the Cards Issuing domain - specifically portfolio conversion and migration experience
Relevant working experience and exposure on a Cards Processing Platform and Architecture understanding
Knowledge of Visa and Master card regulations, compliance and solutions which can be integrated with cards Platforms.
Functional knowledge and solutionng expertise of Core Cards Processing, Authorizations, Originations, Clearing and Settlement etc.
In detail understanding (functional and architecture) of Cards interfaces and inter-dependencies of critical functions (authorization, originations, statements, loyalty/rewards, Fulfilment, disputes).
Hands on Architecture (functional & technical) implementation experience of a Cards processing platform in a card issuing environment
Detailed understanding of Business Processes behind the Cards sub-systems and the functionalities that it delivers
Ability to clearly chart out functional, technical, parameter, environment & interface aspects of the solution when provided with a complex problem or requirement
Ability to review requirements, come out with multiple solutions and provide a clear choice decision using factors including estimation, simplicity-complexity of solution and fit into the overall architecture
Articulate and facilitate conversations with business owners and delivery teams
Ability to lead a team of Solution Analysts/SMEs in deriving functional & technical solution aliigned with the requirements
Good to have hands on experience of managing key interfaces like Credit Bureaus, Fraud solutions like Falcon, Triad & Raptor, Experian solutions like strategy manager and DWH products like Teradata and Informatica.
Experience of working in an Agile Environment is a definite plus