Technical Project Manager, Specialist

Vanguard Group, Inc.

$90K — $120K *
Finance & Insurance
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Minimum of three years related work experience, with two years of project management preferred.
  • Undergraduate degree or equivalent experience in Computer Science or Engineering.
  • Experience with JIRA is required; Scrum certification and AWS experience are preferred.

Responsibilities

  • Manage technology projects within broader programs, developing and monitoring project plans.
  • Provide insights on best practices and obstacles, acting as a trusted advisor.
  • Communicate project status and issues regularly to all stakeholders.
  • Build and maintain effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
  • Identify and mitigate risks related to technology projects, communicating solutions to management and stakeholders.
  • Participate in special projects and perform additional duties as assigned.

Benefits

  • Opportunity to work in a collaborative environment with a focus on technology and innovation.
  • Engage in diverse projects and gain exposure across various business functions.
  • Access to continuous professional development and training opportunities.
Full Job Description
Core Responsibilities

1. Manages technology projects or technical workstreams within a broader project or program. Develops, implements, and monitors project plans. Contributes expertise to major project deliverables, milestones, and required tasks.

2. Provides insight on best practices and common obstacles based on prior experiences. Serves as a trusted advisor to ensure strategies are aligned with the overall department and business requirements.

3. Communicates project status and issues regularly to stakeholders, including leaders, team members, and senior managers.

4. Builds and maintains effective relationships. Proactively fosters communication between internal and external project stakeholders. Influences key decisions across stakeholder groups.

5. Proactively identifies, manages, and mitigates risks and any related issues on technology projects. Communicates solutions on key issues or projects to management and stakeholders to obtain their input and buy-in as appropriate.

6. Participates in special projects and performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

  • Minimum of three years related work experience. Two years of managing a project preferred. Financial Services and technical experience preferred.
  • Undergraduate degree or equivalent combination of training and experience in a related field (Computer Science, Engineering).
  • Experience with JIRA required; Scrum certification and AWS experience preferred.


Special Factors

Sponsorship
Vanguard is not offering visa sponsorship for this position.

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