Technical Program Manager (Temporary) Atlanta (Remote Friendly)

Greenlight Financial Technology, Inc.; Atlanta, Northern (GA, KY); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Greenlight Financial Technology, Inc. in Atlanta seeks an experienced Technical Program Manager to lead complex, cross-functional initiatives across product, engineering, design, and external vendors. You will own planning, execution, and delivery within scope and on time.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in technical program management, strong FinTech background, and deep knowledge of PDLC/SDLC and Agile. Excellent leadership and communication are essential as you coordinate diverse teams and

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in technical program management, preferably in FinTech.
• Proven track record delivering complex, cross-functional programs in fast-paced startups.
• Strong knowledge of PDLC/SDLC and Agile methodologies.
• Proficient with PM tools (JIRA, Confluence) and AI tools (Claude, ChatGPT, Gemini).
• Excellent leadership, communication, and risk-management skills.
• Bachelor's degree required.

Responsibilities

• Lead the planning, execution, and delivery of complex cross-functional initiatives on time and within scope.
• Collaborate with product, engineering, design, and vendors to define requirements and goals.
• Develop detailed project plans, schedules, and resource allocation while identifying risks and mitigations.
• Drive process improvements to increase efficiency and effectiveness.
• Foster a culture of innovation, collaboration, and customer focus.
• Serve as liaison between technical and non-technical stakeholders and external partners.

Skills

Cross-functional leadership

Agile methodologies

Stakeholder management

Communication skills

Problem-solving

FinTech domain knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

JIRA

Confluence

Google Workspace

Claude

ChatGPT

Gemini

Job description

Greenlight is a family technology company on a mission to help families raise financially smart kids and navigate life together. Its suite of products — including the Greenlight app, debit card, Safe Family GPS trackers, and Family Hub — brings together financial tools, safety features, and everyday family management in one connected experience. Designed for busy families who want convenience without compromise, Greenlight continues to innovate alongside the evolving needs of modern life. Today, more than 6.5 million family members trust Greenlight to stay in sync.

At Greenlight, we're here to make the day-to-day easier and futures brighter, so families can spend less time managing life, and more time living it. That's why we get out of bed every morning.

Your day-to-day:

• Lead the planning, execution, and delivery of complex, cross-functional initiatives, ensuring they are completed on time and within scope and with no issues.
• Collaborate with key stakeholders, including product managers, engineering managers, designers, cross-functional teams, and external vendors to define project requirements and goals and help execute on those goals.
• Develop and maintain detailed project plans, schedules, and resource allocation plans while identifying potential risks and proposing mitigation strategies with the appropriate stakeholders and decision makers.
• Drive continuous improvement by identifying areas of opportunity and implementing process enhancements to increase efficiency and effectiveness.
• Foster a culture of innovation, collaboration, and customer-centricity within the team and across the organization.
• Act as a liaison between the technical team, non-technical stakeholders, and external parties, ensuring clear communication and alignment of project objectives.

Who you are:

• A minimum of 5 years of experience in technical program management, ideally with a strong focus on FinTech projects.
• Proven track record of successfully managing and delivering complex, cross-functional projects in a fast-paced startup environment.
• Strong understanding of product development Life cycle (PDLC), software development lifecycle (SDLC) and Agile methodologies.
• Strong understanding and usage of both project management tools (JIRA, Confluence, & Google product suite) and AI tools (Claude, ChatGPT, Gemini).
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with diverse teams and stakeholders.
• Adept at problem-solving, critical thinking, and risk management.
• Passionate about technology and innovation, with a strong desire to make a lasting impact in the FinTech industry.
• Bachelor's degree.

Timeline:

• Expected timeframe is through the end of December 2026.

Who we are:

It takes a talented team to aim for a mission like ours. We're looking for people who ask "is it bold enough?" People who bring their real selves to the table and push the people around them to do the same. We win by never hesitating to jump in, offer a hand, or share the credit, because we know we're stronger together than apart. And through all of it, the mission stays the thing we measure ourselves against: are we doing right by the families counting on us? If that sounds like your kind of team, we'd love for you to apply.

Greenlight is an equal opportunity employer and will not discriminate against any employee or applicant based on age, race, color, national origin, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition (including pregnancy, childbirth, or a medical condition related to pregnancy or childbirth), genetic information, marital status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.

Greenlight is committed to an inclusive work environment and interview experience. If you require reasonable accommodations to participate in our hiring process, please reach out to your recruiter directly or email [e-mail].