American Express

Sr Associate-Tech Project Management

American Express$100K — $120K *
Information Technology
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in technology or equivalent experience
  • 7-10 years of progressive experience in project management
  • Proven experience leading Agile and Scrum teams
  • Strong skills in clarifying objectives and simplifying complex problems
  • Excellent communication abilities with cross-functional teams
  • Proficient in delivering complex software with quality and agility
  • PMP certification and familiarity with Agile methodologies
  • Experience with Rally delivery management platform
  • Strong understanding of Agile at Scale and quality practices.

Responsibilities

  • Facilitate technical discussions and document solutions.
  • Drive team processes with a focus on servant leadership.
  • Lead Scrum ceremonies and Sprint planning meetings.
  • Ensure alignment of dependencies across project teams.
  • Execute Program Increment objectives to support strategic goals.
  • Work with Product Owners to prioritize the product backlog.
  • Create metrics for team delivery and execution insights.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health insurance plans
  • 401(k) retirement savings plan
  • Generous paid time off and holidays
  • Opportunities for professional development and training
  • Support for work-life balance initiatives.
Full Job Description
Job Description

How will you make an impact in this role?

We are seeking a Technical Project Manager with a strong technology mind-set. You will lead cross-functional project and program teams and work with internal customers to establish and interpret project/program objectives into solutions. This role will collaborate closely with Product, Engineers, Architects, Leadership, and other key partners, to ensure completeness and efficiency of solutions while ensuring alignment to standards. Delivering value-based outcomes using Agile practices and processes is key to this role, equally important is the ability to understand the products and functionality in support of platforms within Technology.

In this role you will actively drive processes and execution as part of the Merchant Data Products Delivery. Directly support and lead engineering teams' agility by demonstrating Agile/Scrum concepts and principles to support successful business outcomes.

Responsibilities

  • Facilitate and lead technical conversations (e.g., relating to architectural approach and system design) and documents solutions.
  • Drive team/release level processes demonstrating servant leadership coupled with domain knowledge and technical acumen.
  • Facilitate Sprint planning meetings and other Scrum ceremonies with delivery team.
  • Ensures dependency alignment across teams.
  • Execute the Program Increment (PI) objectives to support the strategy, vision, and road map
  • Ensure value is achieved by the team on behalf of end users.
  • Work in partnership with Product Owners and the core and extended team to build and prioritize the product backlog.
  • Support product owners by ensuring backlog refinement and readiness.
  • Collaborate with other Technical Project Managers (TPM) to coordinate cross-team dependencies and other teams within the organization.
  • Create metrics driven insights into the delivery and execution of the team using relevant team level metrics.
  • Responsible for tracking iteration progress, actively adding to design discussions, issue resolution, and removing obstacles to ensure sprint/iteration commitments are met.
  • Support and encourage innovation through continuous exploration.
  • Drive Agile team objectives.
  • Provide visibility into gaps, issues, risks, and opportunities across Agile teams.
  • Measure user story execution
  • Coach teams to embrace the Technology SDLC process, Agile values, principles, and practices, and actively inspire teams to reflect and improve their delivery capacity


Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in technology related subject area or equivalent experience required
  • 7-10 years of experience with a consistent track record of growing responsibility
  • Experience leading Agile, Scrum, or other rapid application development teams to deliver technology solutions that meet customer expectations for timeliness and quality
  • Experience in clarifying objectives, dealing with ambiguity/under-defined problems, advocating for simplification, and influencing
  • Excellent oral and written skills; Ability to efficiently communicate across product, technology, and business partners
  • Ability to deliver complex software iteratively and with quality
  • PMP certification and experience with SDLC and Agile methodologies.
  • Experience using Rally delivery management platform is required
  • Deep understanding of Agile at Scale or iterative development processes, including quality and testing standard practices

Employment eligibility to work with American Express in the United States is required as the company will not pursue visa sponsorship for these positions.

The below represents the expected salary range for this job requisition. Ultimately, in determining your pay, we'll consider your location, experience, and other job-related factors.

About American Express

Amex provides industrial services to the coatings and linings sector, providing support for commercial, industrial, and maritime projects such as petrochemical, power, and water treatment industries. They offer painting services for steel structures, storage tank linings and coatings, pipelines, floors, and marine vessels such as ships, tugboats, and barges.

American Express Careers

Join the vibrant team at American Express, a global leader in financial services, and be part of a company that values innovation, leadership, and diversity. At American Express, we offer more than just job opportunities; we provide a platform for professional growth and a chance to be part of a culture that is committed to excellence and inclusive growth. Work You’ll Do At American Express, we are dedicated to helping our employees reach their full potential. With a variety of career paths available in areas such as technology, marketing, finance, and customer service, American Express is the perfect place to advance your career. Our team is composed of highly skilled professionals who thrive on innovation and collaboration. Join our team and contribute to a company known for its prestigious history of leadership in the credit card industry. Engage in meaningful work that makes a real impact on our global scale business operations. American Express Leadership and Development Programs We believe in nurturing the leadership skills of our employees with extensive training programs and leadership development opportunities. Our commitment to professional growth is evident in our comprehensive benefits package that supports both personal and professional development. Internship Opportunities Start your career with an internship at American Express and gain valuable industry experience. Our internships offer a chance to develop skills, work on challenging projects, and learn from leaders in the industry. Interns at American Express are considered integral members of the team and are given responsibilities that provide a real insight into their future career paths. Diversity and Inclusion At American Express, diversity and inclusion are at the core of our company culture. We are committed to building a diverse workforce and inclusive environment where every employee feels valued and inspired. We offer diversity training programs that empower our employees to thrive and lead in a global marketplace. Networking and Innovation Our employees enjoy unparalleled opportunities for networking and personal growth through our global connections and innovative projects. American Express encourages a culture of innovation that helps propel our company and your career forward. Career Benefits and Growth American Express is dedicated to the growth of its employees. We offer competitive benefits, including health, retirement plans, and family leave, ensuring that our team members have the support they need to succeed both at work and in their personal lives. Join Our Team Explore the job opportunities and open positions at American Express. We are continuously hiring talented individuals who are passionate about their careers and interested in working for a company that offers a dynamic and supportive environment. Stay Connected Keep up to date with the latest from American Express Careers by following our career blog and signing up for job alert emails. Tailor your subscription to receive updates that match your skills and interests. Discover the exciting and rewarding career opportunities that await at American Express. SEARCH AMERICAN EXPRESS JOBS Whether you are looking for a full-time position, an internship, or a leadership opportunity, American Express offers a path to a rewarding career. Join us and make a difference with your passion, creativity, and drive.
Learn more about American Express
Size
64,000 employees
Market Cap
$108.1 billion
Industry
Net Income
$3.1 billion
Founded
1850
5 Year Trend
+3.5%
Revenue
$37 billion
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