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Payment Systems Engineer

Lincolnshire, IL · On-site

$111K - $170K/yr

Payment Systems Engineer Location: Lincolnshire, IL (Hybrid) 3 Days On-site Employment Type ... Participate in incident response and root cause analysis , implementing fixes and improvements

BA/PO Payment Systems Chicago, IL - hybrid 3 days onsite Key responsibilities discussed ... Key Responsibilities Requirements Gathering & Analysis · Serve as the primary point of contact for ...

Payment Systems Engineer

Chicago, IL · On-site

$111K - $170K/yr

Payment Systems Engineer Location: Lincolnshire, IL (Hybrid) 3 Days On-site Employment Type ... Participate in incident response and root cause analysis , implementing fixes and improvements

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How much do payment systems analyst jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 10, 2026, the average yearly pay for payment systems analyst in the United States is $89,296.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $66,000.00 and $108,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a payment systems analyst do?

A Payment Systems Analyst is responsible for managing, analyzing, and optimizing electronic payment systems within an organization. They ensure the security and efficiency of payment processing, troubleshoot issues, and coordinate with banks, vendors, and internal teams to streamline transactions. These professionals also stay updated on industry regulations and emerging payment technologies to recommend improvements and maintain compliance. Their work is crucial for maintaining smooth financial operations and customer satisfaction.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a payment systems analyst, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Payment Systems Analyst, you need a solid understanding of financial systems, transaction processing, and data analysis, often backed by a degree in finance, computer science, or a related field. Familiarity with payment processing platforms, SQL, and industry-standard compliance frameworks (like PCI DSS) is typically required. Strong analytical thinking, problem-solving abilities, and clear communication skills help analysts effectively manage complex payment workflows and collaborate across departments. These competencies ensure secure, efficient payment operations and help organizations adapt quickly to evolving financial technologies.

What are some common challenges faced by payment systems analysts in maintaining secure and efficient payment processes?

Payment Systems Analysts often encounter challenges such as keeping up with evolving security threats, ensuring system compliance with regulatory standards, and troubleshooting transaction errors in real-time. They must balance the need for robust security with the demand for seamless, speedy transactions, often collaborating with IT, compliance, and customer service teams to resolve issues. Staying current with new payment technologies and integrating them into existing systems can also be complex but offers excellent opportunities for professional growth and skill development.

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Infographic showing various Payment Systems Analyst job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Locum Tenens, 1% Internship, 86% Full Time, 6% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 5% Contract. Highlights an 82% Physical, 5% Hybrid, and 13% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $89,296 per year, or $42.9 per hour.

Payment Systems Business Analyst

North Liberty, IA • On-site

GreenState Credit Union
501 - 1,000 employees

$79K - $92K/yr

Full-time

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Company rating: 8.5 out of 10

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Job description

The Payment Systems Business Analyst is responsible for supporting the continuous improvement and effective operation of GreenState's payment systems and related business processes. By partnering with business and technical stakeholders, this role helps deliver payment solutions that improve efficiency, strengthen controls, support compliance requirements, and enhance the member experience. This position analyzes business needs, facilitates solution development, supports system changes, and provides insight into process and operational performance. Success in this role is measured by the quality of business requirements, effectiveness of implemented solutions, operational improvements realized, and the ability to support reliable, scalable payment services across the organization.

GREENSTATE CULTURE:

At GreenState, our purpose is to create lasting value for our members, our communities, and one another. We empower our teams to create opportunities that strengthen financial well-being, transform lives, and enhance the vitality of the communities we serve. We know our success—now and in the future—is deeply rooted in fostering an engaging, diverse, and inclusive workplace where everyone knows they matter, their work makes an impact, and their everyday commitment to living our values is what brings our mission to life.  

Salary range for this position is $79,173.90 - $92,563.38 with a progressive benefit package. 


Performs essential duties and responsibilities in the following areas which may include but are not limited to those listed and are subject to change.
  1. Adheres to the Credit Union's core values and Service Standards in conducting GreenState's mission and vision.
  2. Demonstrates a positive member service (internal and external) focus at all times.
  3. Demonstrates teamwork in all interactions with coworkers and in the completion of all duties and responsibilities.
  4. Ensures confidentiality of member information.
  5. Supports a diverse and inclusive work environment.
  6. Partner with business stakeholders and technical teams to identify, analyze, and document business needs, ensuring payment system solutions align with operational, compliance, risk management, and member service objectives.
  7. Facilitate the translation of business requirements into clear, actionable documentation that supports system enhancements, process improvements, and operational efficiencies.
  8. Support the successful implementation of payment system changes by participating in solution design, testing, validation, and deployment activities to ensure business requirements are met.
  9. Analyze payment processes, operational workflows, system performance, and transaction activity to identify trends, risks, gaps, and opportunities for continuous improvement.
  10. Contribute to the ongoing effectiveness and reliability of payment services by helping resolve operational issues, researching root causes, and recommending practical business solutions.
  11. Maintain accurate and current business documentation, including requirements, workflows, procedures, testing artifacts, and controls that support operational consistency, knowledge transfer, and audit readiness.
  12. Partner with cross-functional stakeholders to support payment-related initiatives, ensuring alignment, communication, and coordination throughout the change lifecycle.
  13. Develop and deliver reporting, analysis, and insights that support informed decision-making, operational effectiveness, and service improvement opportunities.
  14. Support compliance, risk management, and control objectives by evaluating the operational impact of proposed changes and ensuring adherence to established policies and procedures.
  15. Contribute to a culture of continuous improvement by identifying opportunities to enhance payment processes, strengthen controls, improve efficiency, and elevate the member and employee experience.
  16. Perform other duties and special projects as assigned.

  1. Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Finance, Information Systems, Accounting, Operations, or a related field; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
  2. 3-5 years of experience supporting business analysis, systems analysis, payment operations, process improvement, financial services operations, or a related discipline.
  3. Experience in a financial institution, payments organization, fintech company, or credit union environment, preferred.
  4. Demonstrated ability to analyze business needs, document requirements, evaluate processes, and recommend solutions that improve operational effectiveness and service delivery.
  5. Working knowledge of payment systems, financial services operations, or transaction processing environments.
  6. Strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills with the ability to independently manage routine and moderately complex assignments and appropriately escalate higher-risk issues.
  7. Strong communication and relationship-building skills with the ability to collaborate effectively across business, operational, technical, and vendor teams.
  8. Ability to support system enhancements and process improvements through testing, validation, implementation, and documentation activities.
  9. Proficiency with business technology, reporting, and Microsoft Office tools used to analyze information, support decision-making, and document business processes.
  10. Must be bondable.

This position reports to VP Accounting & Payment Services.
This position is not responsible for the supervision of others.
GreenState Credit Union is an EEO/AA Employer. We strongly encourage all individuals to apply for openings with the credit union.
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