PlusWealth - Technical Project Manager (5-7 yrs)

Seeking a highly skilled Technical Project Manager to oversee and drive the successful delivery of complex software projects within our HFT environment.

The ideal candidate will possess a robust technical background, exceptional project management skills, and a deep understanding of the financial markets, particularly in high-frequency trading.

Key Responsibilities :

- Project Management : Lead the end-to-end management of software projects, ensuring alignment with business objectives, timelines, and budgets.

- Stakeholder Collaboration : Serve as the primary liaison among engineering, trading, and operations teams to facilitate seamless communication and project execution.

- Risk and Issue Management : Identify potential risks and issues, develop mitigation strategies, and implement solutions to ensure project continuity and success.

- Documentation : Maintain comprehensive project documentation, including plans, progress reports, and post-implementation analyses.

Qualification Criteria :

Qualifications :

- Educational Background : Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related technical field.

- Experience : A minimum of 5 years in technical project management, with at least 2 years in the financial sector, preferably within high-frequency trading environments.

- Technical Proficiency : Strong understanding of software development lifecycles, infrastructure deployment, and networking concepts.

- Analytical Skills : Demonstrated ability to analyze complex technical challenges and devise effective solutions.

- Communication Skills : Excellent verbal and written communication abilities, with a proven track record of interfacing effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

- Certifications : Project Management Professional (PMP) or equivalent certification is mandatory.

Preferred Skills :

- Experience with Agile and Scrum methodologies.

- Hands-on programming knowledge in C++ to better understand and collaborate on technical aspects of HFT systems.

- Familiarity with financial markets, trading systems, and exchange protocols.

- Proficiency in project management tools such as JIRA, Confluence, and MS Project.