Lead Technical Program Manager, Managed Investments Technology

Northwestern Mutual • Permanent • Wisconsin, United States • 8h ago

Summary:

This role will be focused on Northwestern Mutual's Managed Investments Engineering organization, and report to the Principal Program Manager. They will drive metrics and milestone delivery, connecting technical teams to identify and manage inter-dependencies, and will support a collaborative environment that enhances productivity. By clarifying objectives, priorities, and measures, and by proactively identifying and mitigating risks, the Program Manager will ensure Managed Investments priorities are transparent and delivered effectively.

Primary Duties & Responsibilities:

Supports delivery metrics and program road mapping across multiple teams
Support teams with agile/scrum coaching to ensure continued improvement in delivery processes and metrics
Facilitates program increment planning and other key program meetings, develops and maintains meeting materials and records
Makes connections across teams to drive identification and managing of inter-dependencies.
Fosters collaborative communication channels and supports program team-building
Drives for clarity and maintains documentation on objectives, priorities, and measures.
Supports teams in reporting and mitigation of program risks and issues

Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in business administration, Computer Science, Information Systems or related field, or an equivalent combination of education and work experience.
Minimum 6 years of professional experience.
Five or more years of program management experience in technology and/or business functions. Experience with program management methodologies & governance.
Experience with project management methodologies & SDLC. Working knowledge of project management / agile tooling.
Financial & team team management.
Understands how software is developed, tested and implemented as well as technical concepts.
Ability to work closely with engineers, product managers and business leaders.
Experience managing large scale, cross-functional initiatives using a variety of delivery methodologies (i.e. waterfall, agile, lean, scrum, etc.)
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Intellectual curiosity and a desire to dig into details, learn, ask questions and become the go to expert on certain concepts and topics.
Leads highly visible multidisciplinary project teams or initiatives; provides thought leadership.
Solves unique problems with broad impact on the business; requires conceptual and innovative thinking to develop solutions.
Impacts the direction and resource allocation for program, project or services; works within general department policies and industry guidelines.
Explains difficult or sensitive information; works to build consensus.

Compensation Range:

Pay Range - Start:

$102,060.00

Pay Range - End:

$189,540.00

Geographic Specific Pay Structure:

We believe in fairness and transparency. It's why we share the salary range for most of our roles. However, final salaries are based on a number of factors, including the skills and experience of the candidate; the current market; location of the candidate; and other factors uncovered in the hiring process. The standard pay structure is listed but if you're living in California, New York City or other eligible location, geographic specific pay structures, compensation and benefits could be applicable, click here to learn more.

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Northwestern Mutual is an equal opportunity employer who welcomes and encourages diversity in the workforce. We are committed to creating and maintaining an environment in which each employee can contribute creative ideas, seek challenges, assume leadership and continue to focus on meeting and exceeding business and personal objectives.

FIND YOUR FUTURE

We're excited about the potential people bring to Northwestern Mutual. You can grow your career here while enjoying first-class perks, benefits, and our commitment to a culture of belonging.

Flexible work schedules
Concierge service
Comprehensive benefits
Employee resource groups

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