Principal Technical Program Manager - Merchant Services

JPMorganChase; Plano (TX); On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

JPMorganChase seeks a Principal Technical Program Manager within Merchant Services / Payments Technology to lead large, multi-functional technology programs across the firm. You will drive complex projects, manage budgets and resources, and collaborate with engineering, product, and business stakeholders to deliver innovative solutions for clients and internal teams.

In this role, you will shape program scope, champion agile practices, and mentor teams while maintaining strong risk management

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in technical program management leading complex technology projects and programs in large organizations.
• Proven ability to establish productive stakeholder relationships and influence decision-making across teams and clients.
• Advanced technical fluency including vendor product knowledge and on-demand access to shared apps/services.
• Strong analytical reasoning to break down business, technical, and operational objectives.
• Experience leading through change, managing dependencies and controlling change in dynamic environments.
• Experience creating dashboards and materials for senior executives to support decision-making.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement and execute strategic project plans with technical requirements, resources and timelines for on-time delivery of technology solutions.
• Oversee complex technology projects and programs, manage resources, budgets and timelines while mitigating risks.
• Foster relationships with stakeholders and cross-functional teams, guiding decisions and procedures for favorable outcomes.
• Collaborate with engineering, product, and business stakeholders to define scope, objectives and deliverables aligned with business goals.
• Champion agile methodologies and ongoing learning to drive innovation within the team.
• Identify process improvements and stay current with emerging technologies to drive delivery.

Skills

Stakeholder management

Cross-functional leadership

Agile methodologies

Vendor management

AI capabilities

Executive briefings

Tools

Jira

Confluence

SharePoint

Job description

Job Description

Elevate your career by steering multi-faceted tech programs, integrating innovative solutions for a dynamic impact across global operations.

Job Description

Elevate your career by steering multi-faceted tech programs, integrating innovative solutions for a dynamic impact across global operations.

As a Principal Technical Program Manager within the Commercial and Investment Banking - Merchant Services / Payments Technology team, you will lead complex, multi-functional technology projects and programs that will impact experiences for multiple groups across the firm, including clients, employees, and stakeholders. Your advanced analytical reasoning and adaptability skills will enable you to break down business, technical, and operational objectives into manageable tasks, while navigating through ambiguity and driving change. With demonstrated technical fluency, you will effectively manage resources, budgets, and cross-functional teams to deliver innovative solutions that align with the firm's strategic goals. Your exceptional communication and influencing abilities will foster productive relationships with stakeholders, ensuring alignment and effective risk management. In this pivotal role, you will contribute to the development of new policies and processes, shaping the future of our technology landscape.

Job Responsibilities

• Develop, implement and execute comprehensive & strategic project plans, incorporating technical requirements, resource allocation, and timelines to ensure on-time delivery of technology solutions.
• Oversee execution of complex technology projects and programs, manage resources, budgets, and timelines while mitigating risks and resolving roadblocks
• Foster strong relationships with stakeholders, clients, and cross-functional teams, providing direction and defining decision-making procedures for beneficial outcomes
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including engineering, product, and business stakeholders, to define program scope, objectives, and deliverables, ensuring alignment with overall business goals
• Champion the adoption of agile methodologies and technical solutions, fostering a culture of continuous learning and innovation within the team
• Direct with continuous improvement by identifying process optimization opportunities, incorporating best practices, and staying abreast of emerging technologies

Required Qualifications, Capabilities, And Skills

• 7+ years of experience or equivalent expertise in technical program management, leading complex technology projects and programs in large organizations, and 5+ years of building and leading highly effective teams
• Advanced expertise in stakeholder management, with the ability to establish productive working relationships, and influence decision-making across functional teams and clients with status reporting and executive readouts to drive beneficial outcomes aligned with the firm's objectives
• Advanced experience in utilizing technical fluency, including vendor product knowledge, managing vendor relations, and the enablement of on-demand access to shared pools of applications and services
• Advanced analytical reasoning skills, applying critical thinking and problem-solving techniques to break down business, technical, and operational objectives
• Proven ability to lead through change, managing dependencies, and controlling change in high-pressure, shifting environments
• Develop dashboards, briefings, and discussions on materials for senior executives and stakeholders to provide transparency and facilitate decision-making (leveraging Jira, Confluence, SharePoint, and other collaborative tools)
• Identify, prioritize and deliver AI-enabled capabilities, establishing evaluation frameworks, model risk controls, and responsible AI guardrails to drive adoption and performance monitoring for AI features

Preferred Qualifications, Capabilities, And Skills

• Demonstrate proficiency in technical solutions and implementing solutions
• Proven ability to lead through change, manage dependencies and control change in high-pressure, dynamic environments
• Practical understanding of AI techniques and the ability to translate day to day use cases in AI workflows
• Develop close partnerships with the Portfolio Management and Transformation function within Digital Channels and Connectivity to execute change management and transformational initiatives within delivery

About Us

JPMorganChase, one of the oldest financial institutions, offers innovative financial solutions to millions of consumers, small businesses and many of the world's most prominent corporate, institutional and government clients under the J.P. Morgan and Chase brands. Our history spans over 200 years and today we are a leader in investment banking, consumer and small business banking, commercial banking, financial transaction processing and asset management.

We offer a competitive total rewards package including base salary determined based on the role, experience, skill set and location. Those in eligible roles may receive commission-based pay and/or discretionary incentive compensation, paid in the form of cash and/or forfeitable equity, awarded in recognition of individual achievements and contributions. We also offer a range of benefits and programs to meet employee needs, based on eligibility. These benefits include comprehensive health care coverage, on-site health and wellness centers, a retirement savings plan, backup childcare, tuition reimbursement, mental health support, financial coaching and more. Additional details about total compensation and benefits will be provided during the hiring process.

We recognize that our people are our strength and the diverse talents they bring to our global workforce are directly linked to our success. We are an equal opportunity employer and place a high value on diversity and inclusion at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of any protected attribute, including race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital or veteran status, pregnancy or disability, or any other basis protected under applicable law. We also make reasonable accommodations for applicants' and employees' religious practices and beliefs, as well as mental health or physical disability needs. Visit our FAQs for more information about requesting an accommodation.

JPMorgan Chase & Co. is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including Disability/Veterans

About The Team

J.P. Morgan's Commercial & Investment Bank is a global leader across banking, markets, securities services and payments. Corporations, governments and institutions throughout the world entrust us with their business in more than 100 countries. The Commercial & Investment Bank provides strategic advice, raises capital, manages risk and extends liquidity in markets around the world.