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How will you make an impact in this role?
- Work closely with the E2E Product PMO and Platform Directors to lay out Finance Modernization Strategy and Roadmaps
- Own/Drive E2E Finance Modernization Tech PMO and manage E2E Testing processes spanning Finance Modernization and other Finance initiatives
- Work with Product Program Manager and across the Technical Project Managers of Finance portfolio encompassing multiyear initiatives such as Fast Forward and Finance Modernization initiatives to develop a deep understanding of the products and features
- Guide/Lead multiple decommission efforts as part of Finance Modernization
- Possess Technical acumen to understand tech stack, able to talk Technical language with Architects, Engineering and Product Teams. Provide suggestions/guidance and ask right questions guiding towards a common solution
- Own relationships with Product and Business stakeholders. Provide offline/frequent updates as needed to build relationships/partnerships
- Work with Test Manager on long term Test Strategy and Automation where needed
- Own/Present Executive updates, roadmap presentations and other required artifacts
- Define and manage how the teams should be operating to allow visibility into the delivery process
- Continued coaching for the teams on best practices around sizing, grooming, prioritization, dependency mapping, etc.
- Facilitate testing conversations / testing solutioning between teams and identify/close dependencies or linkages
- Co-Lead monthly product and tech syncs with leadership team, providing updates and escalating risks
- Trouble-shoot issues and surface up impediments with delivery
- Handle the Rally process (Capabilities, Features, User Stories, acceptance criteria process), request spaces, ensure consistency in set-up, enable necessary fields, and metrics dashboards
Minimum Qualifications
- 10+ years of experience working as a Project Manager/Delivery Manager/Test Lead preferably working on complex, enterprise level platforms
- Experience handling ETPs or large initiatives
- Extensive Corp Tech Finance experience
- Deeper understanding of Finance applications at American Express such as Falcon, FODL, RRA, etc
- Deep experience with teams working in Agile, Test delivery and SAFe (Scaled Agile Frameworks) a plus
- Strong attention to detail
- Loves working in an entrepreneurial environment that is lean, fast paced, and dynamic.
- A strong “driver” personality - constantly pushing toward clarity and delivery while balancing the need for great collaboration.
- Ability to lead through influence
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to quickly create relationships and build trust with internal and external collaborators.
Preferred Qualifications
- In-depth knowledge and experience with Rally and Confluence
- Master's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or other technical discipline
- RTE and other Agile certifications a plus
Salary Range: $110,000.00 to $190,000.00 annually + bonus + benefits
The above represents the expected salary range for this job requisition. Ultimately, in determining your pay, we’ll consider your location, experience, and other job-related factors.
We back our colleagues and their loved ones with benefits and programs that support their holistic well-being. That means we prioritize their physical, financial, and mental health through each stage of life. Benefits include:
- Competitive base salaries
- Bonus incentives
- 6% Company Match on retirement savings plan
- Free financial coaching and financial well-being support
- Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and disability benefits
- Flexible working model with hybrid, onsite or virtual arrangements depending on role and business need
- 20+ weeks paid parental leave for all parents, regardless of gender, offered for pregnancy, adoption or surrogacy
- Free access to global on-site wellness centers staffed with nurses and doctors (depending on location)
- Free and confidential counseling support through our Healthy Minds program
- Career development and training opportunities
For a full list of Team Amex benefits, visit our Colleague Benefits Site.
American Express is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, disability status, age, or any other status protected by law.
We back our colleagues with the support they need to thrive, professionally and personally. That's why we have Amex Flex, our enterprise working model that provides greater flexibility to colleagues while ensuring we preserve the important aspects of our unique in-person culture. Depending on role and business needs, colleagues will either work onsite, in a hybrid model (combination of in-office and virtual days) or fully virtually.
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