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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, well 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.
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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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