VP, Payments at Upwork

This is an executive-level role for a fintech veteran with deep experience managing high-volume payment ecosystems. The ideal candidate has a background in two-sided marketplaces or global e-commerce, specifically overseeing the lifecycle of global payouts, cross-border rails, and wallet infrastructures. You should be comfortable reporting to the COO and leading a multi-functional team of product, engineering, and compliance experts. The compensation is highly competitive ($289k–$418k base), supplemented by annual bonuses and equity. As a remote-first company, this role offers true flexibility while remaining at the center of a Nasdaq-listed platform that has processed over $30 billion in transactions. You will have a seat at the table to integrate AI into financial workflows and shape the global strategy for embedded finance. **You might be a good fit if you...** * Have led global payment or payout strategies at a major marketplace or fintech firm. * Possess deep knowledge of international regulatory landscapes (EMEA, APAC, LATAM) and risk mitigation. * Can balance "big picture" board-level strategy with the technical nuances of infrastructure and transaction loss optimization. * Are excited about using AI to automate financial operations and improve partner integrations.