Are you a dynamic and hands-on Project Manager looking to make an impact in a fast-growing financial technology firm? This is an exciting opportunity to join an innovative company at the forefront of institutional trading technology, driving efficiency, scalability, and next-generation solutions for banks, brokers, and hedge funds worldwide.
About the Company
This firm is a global leader in fintech, specializing in cutting-edge trading infrastructure that powers financial institutions across the globe. With headquarters in Palo Alto, CA, the company operates across key financial hubs, including New York, London, and Asia, delivering high-performance trading solutions to Tier 1 and Tier 2 banks, prime brokers, and electronic trading firms.
The company's sophisticated technology stack enables seamless multi-asset class trading, liquidity aggregation, smart order routing, and risk management. Their modular and API-driven platforms are designed for institutions looking to optimize execution speed, enhance market access, and improve trade flow management.
With a strong emphasis on scalability, security, and automation, they provide financial firms with the infrastructure to operate efficiently in today's fast-moving electronic markets.
The Role: Project Manager (Fintech & Trading Technology)
As a Project Manager, you will play a critical role in overseeing high-impact technology projects, ensuring smooth delivery of trading solutions, platform enhancements, and client-driven integrations. This is a hands-on position that requires a deep commercial and technical understanding of fintech, trading systems, and institutional workflows.
You will work closely with engineering, product management, and business teams to drive projects forward, ensuring they are delivered on time, within scope, and aligned with business objectives.
Key Responsibilities
Manage the full project lifecycle, from initiation to completion, ensuring seamless execution.
Oversee technology and product development projects related to trading infrastructure, liquidity management, and API integrations.
Work cross-functionally with engineering, product, sales, and client success teams to drive project milestones.
Serve as the key liaison between internal stakeholders and clients, ensuring clear communication and expectation management.
Track project deliverables using Jira and Agile methodologies.
Identify and mitigate risks, ensuring projects stay on course and align with strategic objectives.
Provide insights into process improvement, workflow optimization, and best practices for efficient project execution.
Requirements
5+ years of experience in a project management role, ideally in fintech, banking, trading technology, or payments.
Strong hands-on experience with Jira and Agile project methodologies.
Deep understanding of electronic trading, institutional finance, or market infrastructure.
Strong technical and commercial acumen-able to communicate effectively with engineering teams and senior stakeholders.
Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced, high-growth environment.
Exceptional problem-solving skills, with a proactive and detail-oriented approach.
Experience in working with banks, brokers, or financial institutions is highly preferred.
Compensation & Benefits
Base salary of $130,000 USD, with potential for performance-based incentives.
Opportunity to work with a highly skilled, global team at the forefront of fintech innovation.
Exposure to next-generation trading technology and financial market infrastructure.
Career growth opportunities in a company that is scaling rapidly across international markets.
Flexible, collaborative, and fast-moving work environment.
This role is an excellent opportunity for someone passionate about technology, trading, and financial markets, looking to contribute to an industry-leading firm that is transforming institutional trading workflows.
If you have the experience, technical knowledge, and drive to lead projects that impact global financial institutions, we want to hear from you!