XM

Global forex and CFD broker

Technical Project Manager

IT Project ManagementConfirmed live in the last 24 hours

Full-timeNo salary listed

About the Job

Requirements

A BSc or MSc in computer science, engineering, or a related field.
At least 1 year of experience in a similar position.
Working knowledge of Agile, Scrum, or Waterfall methodologies and project management tools and reporting practices, including Jira and MS Project.
Ability to identify process deficiencies and suggest and implement improvements based on one's knowledge and experience.
Strong written and verbal communication skills to coordinate with team members, stakeholders, and management, and to explain technical issues clearly.
Strong organizational, critical-thinking, and analytical and problem-solving skills.
Ability to prioritize work effectively and overcome issues during the project life cycle.
Interpersonal skills to work as part of a team and obtain stakeholder buy-in and cooperation.
Strong leadership skills and self-motivation.

Responsibilities

Deliver multiple technical and/or IT infrastructure projects of varying complexity and size.
Manage technical stakeholders and maintain strong professional relationships.
Understand the technology landscape.
Work with Technology, Business, and Operations stakeholders to define project scope, roadmap, and milestones aligned with delivery strategy.
Actively manage technical risks and opportunities.
Organize, run, and facilitate ceremonies with technical teams.
Conceptualize key technical principles, aims, and objectives to map their impact on current systems, processes, applications, and tools.
Organize technical meetings and peer reviews with the project team and other technical stakeholders and experts to perform solution technical validation.
Ensure technical project reporting is up to date and communicated to stakeholders.
Produce technical delivery plans outlining key project activities, their sequence, and delivery timelines.
Ensure collaboration across operations and technology groups to agree on technical solutions aligned with the technical strategy.
Apply knowledge of project delivery methodologies to develop bespoke approaches for the teams supported.
Engage with engineering teams to plan release scope in the context of the release plan.
Collaborate with other Project Managers to support Project Management processes and deliver technical and/or IT infrastructure projects on time and within scope.

Desired Qualifications

PMP, PRINCE2, and/or Agile or Scrum certifications.
Experience or knowledge of engineering, programming, or other technical professional work.
Experience or knowledge of infrastructure tools, platforms, technical process models, and documentation.
Understanding of cloud infrastructure concepts, DevOps, and systems engineering practices.
Knowledge of database concepts.
Experience in the financial industry.

The Role:

We are looking for high-calibre and experienced IT professionals to join our Technical Project Management team. As a Technical Project Manager, you will be a critical part of the Technical Project Management team.

The role involves close coordination with multiple tech teams, business, and key stakeholders, to deliver the change. Ideally you will have experience of successfully delivering technical and/or IT infrastructure projects within agreed time and scope. You will be a self starter and respond well in high pressure environments whilst remaining focussed on project delivery.

This is an exciting time for new joiners, with many opportunities to make their mark on the business and accelerate their personal and professional growth.

The main responsibilities of the position include:

Deliver multiple technical and/or IT infrastructure projects of varying complexity and size
Manage all technical stakeholders and maintain strong professional relationships
Understand the technology landscape
Work with Technology, Business and Operations stakeholders to define project scope, roadmap and milestones aligned to delivery strategy
Actively manage technical risks and technical opportunities
Organise, run, and facilitate ceremonies with technical teams
Conceptualise key technical principles, aims and objectives to map the impact on current systems, processes, applications, and tools
Organise technical meetings, peer reviews with the project team and other technical stakeholders and experts to perform the solution technical validation
Ensure that technical project reporting is up to date and well communicated to stakeholders
Produce well defined technical delivery plans that outline key project activities, their sequence and delivery timelines
Ensure collaboration across operations and technology groups to agree on optimum technical solutions aligned to the technical strategy
Apply knowledge of project delivery methodologies to engineer bespoke approaches for the teams you work with
Engage with engineering teams to plan the release scope in the context of the release plan
Collaborate with other Project Managers to ensure the outstanding implementation of Project Management (PM) processes and the delivery of Technical and/or IT infrastructure Projects in time and scope

Main requirements:

BSc/MSc in computer science, engineering, or in a related field
Minimum 1 year experience in a similar position
Working knowledge with Agile / Scrum / Waterfall methodologies and Project Management Tools/Reporting Practices (Jira, MS Project)
Wider focus on identifying process deficiencies, suggesting and bringing about improvements based on own knowledge and experience
Strong written and verbal communication skills to coordinate with team members, stakeholders, and management and ability to clearly explain technical issues
Strong organisational, critical thinking, and analytical/problem-solving skills
Result driven, with ability to prioritise work effectively and overcome any issues that may
occur during project life cycle
Team player with excellent interpersonal skills, ability to obtain stakeholders’ buy-in and cooperation across
Strong leadership skills, self-motivated

The following will be considered an advantage:

PMP/Prince II or/and Agile/Scrum certifications
Experience and knowledge of engineering, programming, or technical professional experience
Experience and knowledge of different infrastructure tools, platforms and technical process models and documentation
Understanding of cloud infrastructure concepts, devops and system engineer practices
Knowledge of databases concepts
Experience in financial industry

Benefit from:

Attractive remuneration package plus performance related reward
Private health insurance
Corporate pension fund
Intellectually stimulating work environment
Continuous personal development and international training opportunities

The Hiring Experience: What Awaits You

Let’s Connect – Intro Chat with Talent Acquisition
Deep Dive – First Interview with Your Future Team
Final Connection – Final Interview

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About the Company

XM

Global forex and CFD broker

XM is a forex and CFD broker that helps people trade currencies and other financial instruments online. It operates a trading platform where clients can buy and sell currencies and CFDs through account holders in multiple languages. The product works through a global team and offices; clients access markets via XM’s platform and tools, with support and services offered in over 30 languages. XM differentiates itself by its culture and people-focused approach: a large workforce (over 1,700 professionals across seven offices) and an emphasis on its values Big. Fair. Human., with programs for learning, wellbeing, diversity and inclusion, and flexible work arrangements. The company aims to be a leading global fintech provider by delivering reliable service, ongoing development for users and staff, and a strong focus on customer and employee wellbeing.

Company size: 1,001-5,000
Company stage: Not listed
Total funding: Not listed
Headquarters: Limassol Municipality, Cyprus
Founded: 2009

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