Director, Technology Project Manager

Merrick-Bank; South Jordan (UT); On-site; USD 140,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

401(k) Plan with Company Match

Paid Vacation, Sick Days & Holidays

Wellness Programs

Job summary

Merrick Bank in South Jordan, Utah is seeking a Director Technology Project Manager to lead large-scale technology initiatives in a financial services setting. You will guide cross-functional teams, drive delivery through Agile/SAFe, and partner with executives to align strategy with risk and compliance requirements.

Ideal candidates bring 7–8 years of program management experience, deep knowledge of Jira and Release Train Engineering, and a track record of complex enterprise programs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in IT/CS/Business Finance or related field.
• 7–8 years of project/program management experience in large-scale technology initiatives.
• 2–3 years in Financial Services, Banking or FinTech preferred.
• Experience with SAFe, RTE responsibilities, Jira/Confluence and executive reporting.

Responsibilities

• Lead multiple complex, high-visibility technology programs from initiation to stabilization.
• Develop integrated project plans, budgets, schedules, risks and resource allocations.
• Facilitate PI Planning and manage dependencies in Agile environments.
• Provide executive-level status updates and risk mitigation.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams including vendors and security teams.

Skills

Agile/Scrum

SAFe

Jira/Confluence

Executive communications

Education

Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Business Finance or related field

Tools

Jira

Confluence

Agile reporting tools

Job description

Join our team and build your career with momentum as we champion your growth, elevate your ideas and engage you in purpose-driven work that makes a real difference every day.Who we areFounded in 1997, Merrick Bank is an FDIC-insured financial institution headquartered in South Jordan, Utah, with over $10 billion in assets. A wholly owned subsidiary of CardWorks Financial Group, Merrick Bank serves roughly five million cardmembers and more than 100,000 merchant customers nationwide.What we doWe provide credit cards, recreational loans, deposit accounts, merchant services and bank sponsorships to consumers and businesses. As a leader in non-prime lending and merchant acquiring, we combine innovative technology with data-driven insights to help underserved consumers build and strengthen credit while delivering integrated, scalable payment solutions for businesses.Merrick Bank ranks among the top 20 FDIC-insured credit card issuers in the U.S. and among the top 15 merchant acquirers by transaction volume.Position Summary and Role Impact:The Director Technology Project Manager is responsible for leading the successful delivery of large-scale, complex technology initiatives within a Financial Services environment. This role will be responsible for driving strategic projects across the enterprise, managing cross-functional teams, facilitating Agile delivery practices, and ensuring successful execution of business-critical programs. The ideal candidate will possess deep expertise in project and program management, Agile/Scrum methodologies, Jira, Release Train Engineering (RTE), and stakeholder management at the executive level.Essential Functions:Key ResponsibilitiesProgram & Project LeadershipLead multiple complex, high-visibility technology programs and projects from initiation through implementation and stabilization.Develop and manage integrated project plans, budgets, schedules, dependencies, risks, assumptions, and resource allocations.Drive delivery of strategic initiatives with significant organizational impact, ensuring alignment with business objectives and regulatory requirements.Manage competing priorities across multiple business units while maintaining focus on quality, scope, schedule, and budget.Agile & Release Train ManagementServe as a Release Train Engineer (RTE) or Agile Program Lead for large-scale Agile initiatives.Facilitate Program Increment (PI) Planning and execution, dependency management, and continuous improvement activities.Monitor and report Agile delivery metrics and drive corrective actions where necessary.Stakeholder & Executive ManagementPartner with senior business and technology leaders to define program objectives, success criteria, and delivery strategies.Provide executive-level communications, status reporting, and portfolio updates.Facilitate decision-making, issue resolution, and risk mitigation across diverse stakeholder groups.Build strong relationships across business, operations, compliance, risk, infrastructure, development, and vendor organizations.Governance & Risk ManagementEstablish and maintain project governance frameworks and reporting structures.Identify, assess, and proactively manage project risks, issues, dependencies, and constraints.Ensure adherence to enterprise project management standards, SDLC requirements, audit controls, and regulatory obligations.Support internal and external audits and compliance initiatives as required.Technology DeliveryCoordinate technology implementations involving application development, infrastructure, cloud platforms, cybersecurity, data management, and vendor solutions.Engage cross-functional teams consisting of architects, developers, engineers, quality assurance resources, and third-party vendors.Drive change management, implementation readiness, and adoption activities.Requirements for Success:Education & Experience:Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Business Finance or related field.7-8 years of Project and Program Management experience leading large-scale technology initiatives.2-3 years of experience in Financial Services, Banking, Credit Card Services, FinTech, or similar industries.Demonstrated success delivering complex enterprise technology programsExtensive experience with:Agile, Scrum, and SAFe methodologiesRelease Train Engineer (RTE) responsibilitiesJira, Confluence, and Agile reporting toolsPortfolio and Program ManagementRisk and Issue ManagementVendor and Third-Party ManagementExecutive Stakeholder CommunicationsPreferred QualificationsPMP (Project Management Professional) certification.SAFe Release Train Engineer (RTE), Scrum Master (CSM or PSM), Agile certificationsExperience leading digital transformation, cloud migration, infrastructure modernization, cybersecurity, data, or enterprise application initiatives.Experience operating within solution delivery and enterprise portfolio management environments.Why join usWe believe in putting people first by supporting our customers, employees and our partners while creating opportunities for everyone to reach their potential. From fostering work-life balance to rewarding good work and innovative ideas, we invest in what matters most, our people.At Merrick Bank, you’ll be part of a collaborative, customer-focused team where you can grow your career while making a meaningful impact.Our Employee Value PropositionCompetitive Pay, including a Bonus Target or Variable Pay Incentive ProgramBenefits Package -Medical, Dental, and Vision (plus much more)401(k) Plan with Company MatchShort- & Long-Term DisabilityWellness ProgramsGroup Life and AD&D InsurancePaid Vacation, Sick Days and bank HolidaysEmployee Engagement Activities including Employee Appreciation Day, DEI Employee Resource Groups, Corporate Social Responsibility, Service RecognitionWe offer a total rewards package comprised of a competitive base rate of pay, variable pay incentive programs based on the role, and a comprehensive benefit suite. Offered rates of pay are determined based on job-related knowledge, relevant experience, skills, certifications, and geographic location.We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to age, race, color, sex, or gender identity/expression (including pregnancy, childbirth, transgender status, or sexual orientation), religion or creed, ancestry, citizenship, national origin, disability, military or veteran status, marital status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.We do not tolerate discrimination, harassment, or retaliation. Employment decisions are based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs. Everyone is welcome here, and we hire based on your ability to do the job, not any protected characteristics.If you need help or reasonable accommodation during the application or hiring process, please let your TA Partner know.