Engineering Project Manager
ABOUT US
At NextCapital, we build financial software that helps everyday investors build and manage a world-class financial portfolio. Our work directly benefits the millions of Americans who can’t afford traditional financial advice, by providing them a solution driven by software. Working with the world’s leading financial institutions, our software tackles the complex challenges of providing financial advice through an intuitive and engaging user experience.
JOIN OUR TEAM
We're looking for talented and highly motivated engineering project managers to join our team. The ideal candidate is adept at managing expectations and communication across many stakeholders, and has a strong technical understanding of software, data and security systems. Learn more about NextCapital at www.themuse.com/companies/nextcapital
WHAT YOU’LL DO
Lead one or more projects through the end to end project delivery lifecycle
Effectively communicate the status of all projects across the team, highlighting issues or conflicts between teams to stakeholders and management
Create and publish a weekly status report that outlines the state of projects
Obtain and define staffing requirements and form project delivery teams
Plan and estimate all associated work required to meet project goals
Provide direction and leadership to project management analysts and engineers
Develop methods to assess project progress while utilizing established standards and quality objectives
Conduct efficient project meetings
Communicate individual project roles and expectations to the team
Ensure all project team members have the tools and training necessary to perform effectively
Identify and remove impediments/blockers in order to keep teams productive
Manage project scope and diligently identify and communicate potential changes in scope
Demonstrate advanced knowledge and technical competence
Exercise independent judgment and discretion in matters of significance with broad scope and high complexity
WHO WE’RE LOOKING FOR
You have a bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, or equivalent experience
You have 3+ years of software project management experience
You’ve demonstrated an exceptional capability to deliver large, technically complex projects
You have experience managing projects across large teams and working with enterprise partners
You’re comfortable with different software development methodologies, and understand the strengths and weaknesses of each
You have a deep understanding of how computer and software systems work
You have the ability to make real-time independent decisions when conditions change, based on a strong understanding of the business and technical context
You have strong multi-tasking capabilities and can easily adapt to change in a fast-paced environment
WHY YOU’LL LOVE IT
Disrupt the financial advice industry by bringing affordable, easy to use financial tools to millions of people
Enjoy a laid back work environment surrounded by top quality engineers that enjoy working with each other
Receive great benefits like stock options, employer 401(k) match, and employer contribution to health, dental and vision coverage
Get in on the ground floor of a growth stage company where you can have a real impact on the company's future
Participate in company-sponsored cornhole leagues, Thursday After Hours (cards, video games, treats), fantasy football leagues, hackathons and other fun events.
Sip locally roasted coffee or espresso at your modular sitting/standing desk.