Full-Time

Senior Technical Program Manager

Financial Products

Posted on 11/19/2024

Remitly

Remitly

1,001-5,000 employees

Facilitates international money transfers for immigrants

Fintech
Financial Services

Compensation Overview

$144k - $180kAnnually

+ Equity

Senior

Seattle, WA, USA

Hybrid work model.

Category
Project Management
Engineering Management
Business & Strategy
Required Skills
Data Science
Requirements
  • A degree in Computer Science, Engineering or a related field or equivalent experience.
  • 5+ years of technical project management experience including leading development of reliable, available and scalable distributed systems (preferably related to big-data or financial systems).
  • Experience building great relationships with partners such as Product Managers, Analysts, Accountants or Data Scientists.
  • Experience building complex technical roadmaps with many dependencies across multiple Director level organizations and then accomplishing those plans.
  • Experience making difficult tradeoffs, balancing short and long-term priorities.
  • Experience mentoring junior Technical Program Managers.
Responsibilities
  • Coordinate the launch of a financial ledger system to support all of Remitly.
  • Partner with Product Management, Engineering and other partners to define the direction for our vNext Finance Data Platform (across Seattle and Tel Aviv locations).
  • Contribute to the evolution of project management processes for all engineering teams at Remitly while also optimizing for the success of the Finance Product.
  • Promote project management best practices and show leadership in this area.
  • Grow junior Technical Program Managers.

Remitly focuses on international money transfers, helping immigrants send money to their families quickly and securely at lower costs than traditional banks. The company charges transaction fees and earns from the exchange rate margin, offering various transfer options like bank deposits and cash pickups. Remitly enhances user experience through its website and mobile app, allowing real-time tracking of transfers, and engages with immigrant communities by providing helpful resources and educational support. Its goal is to meet the unique needs of immigrants while ensuring fast, affordable, and reliable money transfer services.

Company Stage

IPO

Total Funding

$423.9M

Headquarters

Seattle, Washington

Founded

2011

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

3%

1 year growth

3%

2 year growth

22%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Strategic partnerships with major players like Visa and Mastercard enhance Remitly's service offerings and market reach.
  • The appointment of a new Chief People Officer indicates a focus on strengthening organizational culture and employee satisfaction.
  • Remitly's involvement in high-visibility partnerships, such as with Major League Cricket, boosts brand recognition and customer trust.

What critics are saying

  • Ongoing legal investigations could impact investor confidence and financial stability.
  • The competitive remittance market, with players like Visa and CIBC, poses a constant threat to market share.

What makes Remitly unique

  • Remitly focuses on serving immigrants and their families, offering tailored services that address their unique needs, unlike broader financial service providers.
  • The company leverages technology to provide real-time tracking and transparency, enhancing user trust and satisfaction.
  • Remitly's commitment to social responsibility, including educational initiatives and community engagement, sets it apart from competitors.

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Benefits

Continuing Education or Travel Stipend

Office Culture

Flexible PTO, Schedules and Leaves

DEI Learning Opportunities

Community Engagement

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