Lead Technical Program Manager - Data Strategy & Reporting

J.P. Morgan; Jersey City (NJ); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company seeks a Technical Project Manager III to lead complex technology projects within the Corporate Technology, Employee Platforms Team. The role requires expertise in managing technical initiatives, collaborating with teams, and driving innovative solutions that align with business goals, all while ensuring transparency in stakeholder communication.

Qualifications

• 5+ years experience in technical program management.
• Proven expertise leading complex projects in fast-paced environments.
• Strong fluency in relevant platforms and technical tools.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute comprehensive project plans covering technical requirements and timelines.
• Identify and mitigate project risks, addressing potential roadblocks.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define project scope and objectives.

Skills

Analytical reasoning

Problem-solving techniques

Stakeholder management

Technical fluency

Tools

Jira

Confluence

Excel

Job description

Join our dynamic team to innovate and drive technology advancements, contributing to significant business growth and client success.

As a Technical Project Manager III in Corporate Technology, Employee Platforms Team, you will help lead complex technology projects and programs that drive business goals and create value for clients, employees, and stakeholders. Applying a broad knowledge of technical principles, practices, and theories is essential to developing innovative solutions, along with leveraging analytical reasoning and adaptability skills to navigate through ambiguity and change. Your strong communication abilities will enable you to effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams and manage stakeholder relationships, ensuring alignment on project objectives and governance. By optimizing resources and managing risks, you will contribute to the successful delivery of high-impact projects that shape the future of the firm.

Job responsibilities

• Develop and execute comprehensive project plans, incorporating technical requirements, resource allocation, and timelines to ensure timely and successful delivery of technology projects
• Identify and mitigate project risks, proactively addressing potential roadblocks and implementing risk management strategies to minimize impact on project outcomes
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including software development, quality assurance, and business stakeholders, to define project scope, objectives, and deliverables, ensuring alignment with business goals
• Utilize technical fluency to evaluate and recommend appropriate technologies, platforms, and vendor products for project implementation
• Monitor project progress, adjusting plans and schedules as needed, and providing regular status updates to stakeholders, ensuring transparency and effective communication throughout the project or program lifecycle

Required qualifications, capabilities, and skills

• 5+ years of experience or equivalent expertise in technical program management, leading complex technology projects and programs in a fast-paced environment
• Demonstrated proficiency in applying analytical reasoning and problem-solving techniques to break down business, technical, or operational objectives into manageable tasks and activities
• Proven experience with ten plus years using tools like Jira, Confluence, and Excel to create and manage dashboards and reports. Coordinate stakeholder engagement and ensure effective communication and reporting throughout project lifecycles. This role requires a deep understanding of technology and the ability to effectively communicate and manage stakeholders, ensuring alignment and progress towards strategic goals.
• Spearhead the product line's data strategy, architecture, and modernization efforts by driving initiatives across various product areas.
• Proven experience leading through the project lifecycle management, including influencing decision makers and adapting to changes as business needs evolve
• Strong technical fluency, with familiarity in current and relevant platforms, software tools, and technologies
• Proficient in stakeholder management, with a track record of establishing productive working relationships and driving mutually beneficial outcomes

Preferred qualifications, capabilities, and skills

• Facilitate stakeholder management and engagement by organizing and coordinating cross-functional teams, establishing a regular cadence for collaboration, and ensuring comprehensive reporting.
• Experience partnering with engineers is a plus