BaaS Program Manager Salary

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Market Trends

Regulatory scrutiny of BaaS relationships (FDIC, OCC consent orders) is making experienced BaaS program managers critical. Candidates must understand bank examination processes, compliance requirements, and fintech product integration.

Also Known As

BaaS Program Manager, Banking-as-a-Service Program Manager, Sponsor Bank Program Manager, BaaS Operations Manager, Program Manager – Embedded Banking

What Does a BaaS Program Manager Do?

The BaaS Program Manager operates within fintech companies, financial services firms, and corporate finance functions, building financial products, managing compliance, or driving operational growth. Professionals in this role typically bring 5 to 9 years of relevant experience. Classified at the Manager level, this position draws from a very tight candidate market with an estimated pool of 15-40 qualified professionals, making targeted sourcing and competitive compensation critical for successful placements.

What Drives BaaS Program Manager Compensation?

The median (P50) compensation for a BaaS Program Manager is $155,000, with the 25th to 75th percentile range spanning $135,000 to $175,000. Pay variation across this range is primarily driven by company stage and funding (startup vs. growth vs. public), regulatory complexity, geographic market, technical specialization (payments, lending, crypto, regtech), and equity compensation structure. Demand for this role is trending upward with 0.12% year-over-year growth, which is putting upward pressure on compensation at all levels.

BaaS Program Manager Career Path

Professionals who move into BaaS Program Manager roles most commonly come from traditional banking, management consulting, software engineering, regulatory bodies, or corporate finance at public companies. From this position, the typical trajectory leads toward C-suite positions at fintech firms, VP-level roles at larger financial institutions, or founding their own financial technology venture. The average tenure in this role is approximately 2.6 years, with an annual turnover rate of 27%.

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