Lead Payment Architect H/F

collectivite

Important information

Contract type: Freelance

Daily rate: Salary according to profile

Location: Paris, France

Starting date:

2 to 4 weeks

Work mode: Hybrid

Published on: 16 June 2026

What they need

Context

The Lead Payment Architect will be responsible for designing and overseeing the architecture of payment systems within the organization. This role focuses on creating secure, scalable, and efficient payment solutions that meet the needs of various stakeholders while ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.

Missions

• Architecture design: Develop and implement a comprehensive architecture for payment systems that integrates with existing infrastructure and supports multiple payment methods, including credit cards, digital wallets, and cryptocurrencies.
• Transaction processing optimization: Design solutions that optimize transaction processing speed, reliability, and accuracy, ensuring a seamless customer experience.
• Integration strategy: Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including product management, engineering, and finance, to integrate payment solutions into broader business processes and customer journeys.
• Risk management: Identify potential risks associated with payment processing and implement strategies to mitigate them, including fraud detection and prevention measures.
• Payment gateway management: Oversee the selection and integration of payment gateways and processors, ensuring optimal performance and reliability.
• Innovation and trends: Stay updated on industry trends and emerging technologies in payment solutions, continually assessing and implementing innovative approaches to enhance service offerings.
• Team leadership and development: Lead and mentor a team of payment tech teams and engineers, fostering a culture of innovation and continuous improvement.

Profile wanted

1. Strong background in payment systems design and architecture
2. Excellent problem-solving capabilities
3. Ability to collaborate with diverse teams to drive successful payment initiatives