About this role
Program Manager - Global Markets Technology
Location: Jersey City, NJ (Hybrid - 3 Days on-site) Industry: Financial Services | Capital Markets | Investment Banking
Overview
We are seeking an experienced Senior Technical Project Manager / Program Manager to support strategic technology initiatives within a leading Global Markets organization. This individual will lead complex technology delivery efforts across front-office, risk, data, and trading technology teams, partnering with both technical and business stakeholders to deliver critical platforms and regulatory initiatives. This is an ideal opportunity for a seasoned project delivery professional with strong Capital Markets expertise who understands technology implementation, software development lifecycles, and stakeholder management within a fast-paced investment banking environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead end-to-end delivery of technology programs and projects within Global Markets Technology.
- Partner closely with software engineering teams, QA teams, architects, business analysts, product owners, and business stakeholders to drive successful project outcomes.
- Manage project scope, timelines, risks, dependencies, budgets, and executive-level reporting.
- Coordinate technology initiatives across multiple functional areas including trading, risk, regulatory, and data platforms.
- Drive project governance, status reporting, resource planning, and stakeholder communications.
- Facilitate decision-making and issue resolution across technical and business teams.
- Ensure projects follow SDLC best practices, release management processes, and delivery standards.
- Translate business requirements into actionable technology delivery plans.
- Support strategic transformation programs, platform modernization efforts, and regulatory-driven initiatives.
Required Qualifications
Global Markets / Capital Markets Experience
- 10+ years of technology project or program management experience.
- Proven experience working within Global Markets Technology, Capital Markets, or Investment Banking environments.
- Experience supporting one or more of the following:
- Trading Technology
- Risk Technology
- Market Risk Platforms
- Front Office Technology
- Regulatory Technology
- Enterprise Data Platforms
- Data Warehousing and Analytics Platforms
Technology Delivery Expertise
- Strong experience managing technology implementation projects from initiation through production deployment.
- Solid understanding of Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC), Agile, Scrum, and Waterfall methodologies.
- Ability to work directly with:
- Software Developers
- QA/Test Teams
- Business Analysts
- Product Owners
- Risk Teams
- Trading and Front Office Stakeholders
- Experience managing cross-functional technology teams and complex delivery dependencies.
Capital Markets Knowledge
Strong understanding of:
- Global Markets business functions
- Capital Markets products and instruments
- Trading and risk management platforms
- Market and regulatory environments
- Enterprise data and reporting ecosystems
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience working within Market Risk Technology environments.
- Prior experience at a major investment bank or large financial institution.
Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract position based out of Jersey City, NJ.
Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $55.00 - $65.00/hr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
Medical, dental & vision
Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
Short and long-term disability
Health Spending Account (HSA)
Transportation benefits
Employee Assistance Program
Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Nov 2, 2026.
Workplace TypeThis is a hybrid position in Jersey City,NJ.
About TEKsystems
We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
About TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services
Were a leading provider of business and technology services. We accelerate business transformation for our customers. Our expertise in strategy, design, execution and operations unlocks business value through a range of solutions. Were a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 customers, including 80% of the Fortune 500 across North America, Europe and Asia, who partner with us for our scale, full-stack capabilities and speed. Were strategic thinkers, hands-on collaborators, helping customers capitalize on change and master the momentum of technology. Were building tomorrow by delivering business outcomes and making positive impacts in our global communities. TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services are Allegis Group companies. Learn more at TEKsystems.com.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.
Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.