Technical Project Manager, Senior Specialist

Vanguard; Malvern (AR); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working model

Job summary

Vanguard in Malvern, AR is seeking a strategic program leader to drive large-scale, cross-functional technology programs that modernize client data flows and platform integration. You will partner with senior leaders, architects, and engineering teams to align priorities, manage dependencies, and deliver measurable business value.

You'll bring eight+ years of business experience and four+ years in technical program management, plus a degree.

Qualifications

• Minimum eight years of related business experience.
• Minimum four years in technical program management.
• Undergraduate degree required.
• Experience leading complex technology programs or strategic initiatives.
• Experience with APIs, system integrations, data movement, and cloud tech.

Responsibilities

• Lead large-scale, cross-functional technology programs.
• Ensure alignment with business priorities and measure value.
• Develop program roadmaps, milestones, and dependencies.
• Facilitate discussions with architects, engineers, and leaders.
• Translate technical updates for executive leadership.
• Monitor risk, compliance, and legal requirements on projects.
• Drive strategic planning and delivery across orgs.
• Partner across enterprise technology teams for successful initiatives.

Skills

Program management

Cross-functional leadership

APIs & cloud experience

Stakeholder management

Dependency & roadmap mgmt

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

This is a rare opportunity to be a part of one of the most visible and transformational technology initiatives in Vanguard’s history.

As we modernize how client data flows across key business areas, you’ll play a critical role in connecting platforms, people, and priorities to help create a more seamless and integrated client experience.

Working across different technology teams, you’ll drive complex modernization efforts involving cloud-based architectures, APIs, data integrations, and strategic technology roadmaps. You’ll partner closely with senior leaders, architects, and engineering teams to align priorities, manage dependencies, and deliver outcomes that will shape the future of Vanguard’s technology ecosystem.

If you’re a strategic program leader who thrives at the intersection of technology and execution, this role offers unparalleled visibility, influence, and paving the future.

What You’ll Do

• Lead large-scale, cross-functional technology programs that support enterprise modernization initiatives.
• Manage technology-related programs or major technical workstream of a broader program. Ensures that the scope of the projects within the broader transformation or program align with business priorities and that business value is properly measured for prioritization.
• Develops and maintains broad knowledge and awareness of Financial Services industry forces, competition, and trends to assess viability of approaches and strategies to technology-related programs.
• Ensure all steps are taken to mitigate risk and maintains control, compliance, audit, and legal requirements on technology projects. Maintains an appropriate level of technical and business knowledge to support program implementation.
• Drive strategic planning, execution, and delivery across multiple business and technology organizations.
• Develop and maintain program roadmaps, milestone plans, and dependency management frameworks.
• Facilitate technical discussions and decision-making sessions with architects, engineering leaders, and technical stakeholders.
• Translate technical concepts into clear updates and recommendations for executive leadership.
• Partner with stakeholders across enterprise technology teams to ensure successful delivery of strategic initiatives.

Required Qualifications

• Minimum of eight years related business experience. Minimum of four years of technical project management experience required.
• Undergraduate degree or equivalent combination of training and experience.
• Significant experience leading complex technology programs or strategic technology initiatives.
• Strong understanding of software development and technology delivery practices.
• Experience managing programs involving APIs, system integrations, data movement, and cloud-based technologies.
• Demonstrated ability to manage cross-functional dependencies, roadmaps, and large-scale delivery plans.
• Proven success influencing stakeholders and communicating with leaders at multiple organizational levels.
• Strong organizational, problem-solving, and relationship management skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Software Engineer, Technical Lead, Solutions Architect, or similar technical role.
• Understanding of modern application architectures, cloud platforms, and enterprise integration patterns.
• Experience leading digital transformation or modernization programs.

Special Factors

Sponsorship

Vanguard is not offering visa sponsorship for this position.

About Vanguard

At Vanguard, we don’t just have a mission—we’re on a mission.

To work for the long-term financial wellbeing of our clients. To lead through product and services that transform our clients’ lives. To learn and develop our skills as individuals and as a team. From Malvern to Melbourne, our mission drives us forward and inspires us to be our best.

How We Work

Vanguard has implemented a hybrid working model for the majority of our crew members, designed to capture the benefits of enhanced flexibility while enabling in-person learning, collaboration, and connection. We believe our mission-driven and highly collaborative culture is a critical enabler to support long-term client outcomes and enrich the employee experience.