Sr Director Software Development - Payments

The Hertz Corporation•Estero, FL

41d•$220,000

About The Position

The Senior Director of Payment Platforms will lead the strategy, design, implementation, and optimization of Hertz's global payment ecosystem. This role is pivotal in ensuring secure, scalable, and innovative payment solutions that support customer transactions and internal financial operations across all channels. You will oversee platforms such as Stripe, ACI, and other payment technologies, driving modernization and compliance while enabling seamless digital experiences.

Requirements

Experience: 5+ years in payment technology leadership, with deep expertise in platforms like Stripe, ACI, and enterprise payment ecosystems.
Education: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field; advanced degree preferred.
Track Record: Proven success in delivering secure, scalable payment solutions and achieving measurable business outcomes.
Technical Depth: Strong understanding of payment architecture, APIs, tokenization, fraud prevention, and compliance frameworks.
Leadership Skills: Ability to build high-performing teams and foster a culture of innovation and accountability.
Strategic Mindset: Skilled in defining roadmaps, managing budgets, and aligning technology with business priorities.
Communication: Excellent verbal and written skills for engaging executives, vendors, and cross-functional teams.
Adaptability: Comfortable navigating fast-paced environments and evolving payment landscapes.

Responsibilities

Own the Payment Platforms Strategy: Define and execute a comprehensive roadmap for modernizing and integrating payment platforms, ensuring alignment with business objectives and regulatory requirements.
Lead Multi-Platform Management: Oversee Stripe, ACI, and other payment systems, ensuring high availability, security, and performance across global operations.
Partner Across Functions: Collaborate with Product Management, Finance, Risk, and Technology teams to deliver payment capabilities that enhance customer experience and operational efficiency.
Drive Innovation: Evaluate emerging payment technologies, fraud prevention tools, and digital wallets to maintain a competitive edge.
Ensure Compliance & Security: Implement best practices for PCI DSS, data privacy, and fraud mitigation across all payment channels.
Build and Develop Teams: Hire, mentor, and retain top talent in payment engineering and operations.
Vendor & Stakeholder Management: Manage relationships with payment providers (Stripe, ACI, banks, gateways) and negotiate contracts to optimize cost and performance.
Contribute to Enterprise Technology Strategy: Align payment initiatives with overall corporate technology goals.