Program Manager - Core Banking
We are seeking an experienced Program Manager with deep expertise in Core Banking systems to lead large-scale transformation and implementation programs. The ideal candidate will have a strong track record of managing complex, multi-year banking programs, driving delivery across business and technology teams, and ensuring alignment with strategic objectives. This role requires leadership across end-to-end program lifecycle, stakeholder management at senior levels, and successful delivery of core banking initiatives such as system implementations, upgrades, migrations, and digital transformation.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead end-to-end delivery of Core Banking transformation programs (implementation, migration, upgrades)
- Define program strategy, roadmap, and execution plan aligned with business objectives
- Manage multiple projects/workstreams within the program, ensuring timely and budget-compliant delivery
- Engage with senior stakeholders (CXOs, Business Heads, IT Leadership) to drive alignment and decision-making
- Oversee vendor management, including core banking platform providers (e.g., Temenos, Finacle, TCS BaNCS, Flexcube)
- Ensure effective risk, issue, and dependency management across the program
- Drive governance frameworks, including steering committees, reporting, and escalation mechanisms
- Lead business and technology integration, ensuring seamless alignment between functional and technical teams
- Oversee data migration, testing, and cutover planning for core banking systems
- Ensure compliance with regulatory, security, and audit requirements
- Drive change management, communication, and user adoption strategies
- Monitor and report program performance, KPIs, and financials
Required Skills & Qualifications:
- 10+ years of experience in banking/financial services, with significant exposure to Core Banking systems
- 10+ years of experience managing large-scale transformation or implementation programs
- Strong knowledge of leading core banking platforms such as: Temenos Finacle, TCS BaNCS, Oracle Flexcube
- Expertise in program and project management methodologies (Agile, Waterfall, Hybrid)
- Strong understanding of: Core banking operations (Retail, Corporate, Payments, Lending), Data migration and system integration, Banking regulatory and compliance requirements
- Experience in vendor and stakeholder management at senior levels
- Strong financial and budget management capabilities
Hybrid role onsite in Jersey City, NJ
About NTT DATA:
NTT DATA is a $30 billion business and technology services leader, serving 75% of the Fortune Global 100. We are committed to accelerating client success and positively impacting society through responsible innovation. We are one of the world's leading AI and digital infrastructure providers, with unmatched capabilities in enterprise-scale AI, cloud, security, connectivity, data centers and application services. Our consulting and industry solutions help organizations and society move confidently and sustainably into the digital future. As a Global Top Employer, we have experts in more than 50 countries. We also offer clients access to a robust ecosystem of innovation centers as well as established and start-up partners. NTT DATA is a part of NTT Group, which invests over $3 billion each year in R&D.