Role in brief
sFOX is seeking a Technical Program Manager to oversee the delivery of financial technology solutions. This role involves leading cross-functional teams, managing project lifecycles from conception to deployment, and ensuring clear communication among stakeholders. Candidates with a background in fintech, Agile methodologies, and experience with large-scale technical projects involving APIs and cloud platforms should apply.
About the role
This role focuses on leading the end-to-end delivery of multiple projects and programs within product and engineering teams. The work involves continuous monitoring of scope, objectives, milestones, timelines, dependencies, risks, and success metrics to ensure projects stay on track. A key aspect is coordinating across various internal teams, including Engineering, Product, Compliance, Risk, Security, and Operations, as well as external partners.
The Technical Program Manager will facilitate both technical and business discussions, documenting decisions to ensure clarity and alignment. Establishing governance processes, providing status reports, and managing executive communications are also core responsibilities. Success in this position means effectively monitoring program performance through KPIs, SLAs, and operational metrics, and ensuring smooth development and release cycles.
This position supports the development and release cycles, including production deployments, change management, and communicating breaking changes to internal and external partners. Collaboration with third-party vendors, financial institutions, and technology partners is also required, especially for large-scale technical projects involving distributed systems, APIs, and cloud platforms within the fintech space.
The base salary for this role ranges from $145,000 to $175,000, with the final amount determined by experience, qualifications, and geographic location.
Skills that matter here
- program management: This role requires leading multiple projects and programs from initiation to delivery.
- fintech: The position involves supporting initiatives related to banking, payments, trading, or other financial services concepts.
- Agile: A strong understanding of Agile methodologies is necessary for managing software development lifecycles.
- software development lifecycle: The role involves managing projects through all phases of software development, including deployments and change management.
- project management tools: Experience with tools like Jira, Confluence, or Asana is essential for tracking and organizing project work.
- APIs: The role involves managing large-scale technical projects that utilize APIs.
Who this role suits
- A person who thrives on leading complex projects across various teams and ensuring clear communication.
- Someone with a background in financial technology who understands the intricacies of banking, payments, or trading systems.
- An individual who is adept at facilitating discussions between technical and non-technical stakeholders, ensuring decisions are documented and understood.
- A candidate who is highly analytical and organized, capable of monitoring project performance through metrics and managing dependencies.
From the employer
- Lead end-to-end delivery of multiple projects and programs across product and engineering teams
- Continuously monitor scope, objectives, milestones, timelines, dependencies, risks, and success metrics
- Coordinate amongst cross-functional teams including Engineering, Product, Compliance, Risk, Security, Operations, and external partners
- Facilitate technical and business discussions, and take notes to ensure informed decision-making
- Establish governance processes, status reporting, and executive communications
- Monitor program performance using KPIs, SLAs, and operational metrics
- Support development and release cycles: production deployments, change management, breaking changes, and communication thereof to both internal and external partners
- Collaborate with third-party vendors, financial institutions, and technology partners when required
- Bachelor's degree in domains such as Computer Science, Engineering, Information Systems, Business, or a related field
- 4–7 years of experience in Technical Program Management or Technical Project Management
- 2+ years of experience in supporting fintech initiatives, such as banking, payments, trading, or other financial services concepts
- Strong understanding of software development lifecycle (SDLC) and Agile methodologies
- Experience managing large-scale technical projects involving distributed systems, APIs, cloud platforms, etc
- General knowledge of financial regulations and compliance frameworks such as KYC, AML, Customer Risk Rating, Watchlists, etc.
- Ability to communicate effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills
- Experience using project management tools such as Jira, Confluence, Asana, or similar platforms
- Competitive compensation package with a base salary range of $145,000–$175,000, determined by experience, qualifications, and geographic location
- Comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Flexible paid time off to support work–life balance
- Commitment to diversity in its workforce and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer
Questions about this role
What is the remote work policy for this role?
This is a fully remote position.
What level of experience is required?
Candidates should have 4-7 years of experience in Technical Program or Project Management, with at least 2 years in fintech initiatives.
What skills are important for this role?
Key skills include program management, fintech experience, understanding of Agile and SDLC, experience with APIs and cloud platforms, and proficiency with project management tools.
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