Technical Program Manager

New York, New York Permanent USD130,000 - USD220,000 per year View Job Description
A leading Financial Services firm is seeking several Technical Program Managers and Senior Technical Program Managers to support high-impact technology transformation initiatives. Ideal candidates bring strong software delivery experience, exceptional stakeholder management skills, and the ability to drive execution across complex, cross-functional environments.
  • Lead high-impact technology programs shaping the future of finance.
  • Drive complex software delivery with executive-level visibility.

About Our Client

Location & Working ArrangementIndustry: Financial Services

Locations: Warren, NJ or Midtown Manhattan, NY

Work Model: Hybrid, 3 days onsite per week

Employment Type: Full-Time, Permanent

Compensation: $135,000 - $220,000 base salary, depending on experience and level

Job Description

Technical Program Manager / Senior Technical Program ManagerLocation: Warren, NJ or Midtown Manhattan, NY (Hybrid - 3 days onsite per week)

Salary: $135,000 - $220,000 base salary, depending on experienceMultiple Openings Available

We are partnering with a leading Financial Services organization that is expanding its technology delivery team and hiring multiple Technical Program Managers across both mid-level and senior-level positions.

These roles sit at the intersection of Engineering, Product, Architecture, and Business Leadership, helping drive the successful delivery of complex technology initiatives. Whether you're an experienced TPM looking to lead large-scale programs or a delivery professional ready for the next step in your career, this is an opportunity to work on high-impact technology platforms within a collaborative and highly technical environment.

The OpportunityAs a Technical Program Manager, you will play a key role in bringing visibility, structure, and execution discipline to complex software development initiatives. You will partner closely with engineering teams, product leaders, architects, and stakeholders to ensure delivery remains aligned, risks are identified early, and teams can execute effectively.

This is not a traditional project management role focused solely on schedules and status reporting. The ideal candidate understands the realities of software delivery, can engage credibly with technical teams, and helps organizations make better delivery decisions through transparency, planning, and execution excellence.

Key ResponsibilitiesProgram & Delivery Management

  • Drive visibility into program status, scope, risks, dependencies, and milestones
  • Coordinate delivery activities across multiple technology teams
  • Ensure work is properly planned, sequenced, and prepared before execution
  • Manage cross-functional dependencies and proactively remove delivery obstacles
  • Facilitate planning sessions, reviews, and governance forums



Stakeholder Management & Communication

  • Provide clear, concise updates to technical and business stakeholders
  • Escalate risks and issues appropriately to minimize surprises
  • Build trusted relationships across Product, Engineering, Architecture, QA, and Leadership teams
  • Align stakeholders on priorities, timelines, and delivery expectations



Technical Program Leadership

  • Develop a strong understanding of system architecture, technical dependencies, and release considerations
  • Partner with engineers and architects to evaluate technical risks and delivery readiness
  • Support strategic initiatives involving multiple teams and stakeholder groups
  • Help improve delivery maturity, planning effectiveness, and execution standards



Metrics & Continuous Improvement

  • Track and analyze delivery metrics including:
    • Lead Time
    • Cycle Time
    • Throughput
    • Work in Progress (WIP)
    • Mean Time to Resolution (MTTR)
    • Change Failure Rate
  • Identify opportunities to improve delivery predictability and efficiency
  • Support the adoption of delivery best practices across technology teams

MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.

The Successful Applicant

QualificationsTechnical Program Manager

  • 3+ years of experience in program management, project management, delivery management, or a related technical role
  • Experience supporting software development teams and technology initiatives
  • Strong organizational and stakeholder management skills
  • Familiarity with Agile delivery methodologies
  • Experience with Jira, Confluence, or similar tools



Senior Technical Program Manager

  • Significant experience leading complex software delivery programs in large-scale technology environments
  • Strong technical background in software engineering, architecture, QA, systems integration, or related disciplines
  • Experience managing cross-functional programs involving multiple teams and senior stakeholders
  • Ability to influence delivery outcomes and drive execution in complex environments
  • Strong understanding of software development lifecycles, architecture considerations, and delivery metrics



Preferred Experience

  • Financial Services, FinTech, Wealth Management, Capital Markets, or other regulated industries
  • Enterprise-scale platform delivery
  • Modern software engineering practices and Agile delivery frameworks
  • Complex stakeholder environments with high-visibility initiatives



What This Role Is Not

  • A traditional project coordinator focused solely on timelines and status updates
  • A Product Manager role determining feature priorities
  • A Scrum Master role limited to running ceremonies
  • A Jira administration position without strategic impact

What's on Offer

Why Join?

  • Work on mission-critical technology initiatives within a leading Financial Services organization
  • Partner directly with senior technology and business leaders
  • Influence how technology programs are planned and delivered
  • Join a growing team with multiple opportunities for career progression
  • Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package
  • Hybrid working model offering flexibility and collaboration



Contact
Pippa Susskind
Quote job ref
JN-082026-7086729

Job summary

Sector
Information Technology
Sub Sector
IT Development
Industry
Financial Services
Where
New York
Contract Type
Permanent
Consultant name
Pippa Susskind
Job Reference
JN-082026-7086729
 

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