Location: UK (remote) Reports to: CEO and Board Your team: ~15 people, A hybrid of product focused employees in the UK and outsourced engineers abroad. The Company: A privately held SAAS company that has been providing accounting practice software for over 15 years, and picking up numerous awards internationally along the way. Role: You would be responsible for developing, communicating and executing the product vison, strategy and roadmap for the company's accounting practice management software suite, and managing the UK based product, content teams and an offshore engineering team. Applying your understanding of product management, SaaS technology and software delivery, you will work closely with the head of technology to ensure that the right product is developed, maintained and delivered to the client base; and work closely with the sales marketing teams to guide and help deliver product marketing strategies and campaigns. Responsibilities: Product Management Manage, evolve and execute the product visions and strategy for our SaaS software solution that serves accounting practices As an executive, ensure that product strategies and plans align with overall business goals In collaboration with the CEO, head of technology and other key stakeholders agree and deliver on the product roadmap Work with our client success team to engage with clients to gather feedback, understand how they use our product and determine what future features are needed Product Marketing Attend industry conferences, client and in-house events and be the key advocate for our product vision and development plans. Working closely with the marketing team guide the development of product marketing strategies, go to market plans and campaigns about current and upcoming product features Develop knowledge of competition and industry trends to identify new product opportunities and to assist marketing to develop product positioning statements and messaging. Leadership and Management Provide reports to, and present to, and brief the board on product and technology matters Be a senior member of the executive leadership team, participate in meetings and discussions to drive alignment and build consensus across the team to achieve overall business goals Lead, mentor, and develop the UK based product team, including: Agile project manager/scrum master Product Analysts Content Editors Manage contracts and oversee delivery by the offshore engineering and QA team Manage the budget and costs for the product and technology functions of the business Manage the software development and product release life cycle to ensure reliable development, delivery and maintenance of our software services Manage resolution of operational and product functionality issues or outages Technology Maintain current knowledge of technology landscape and software development practices Work with the head of technology to: Oversee all system design and changes in system architecture Track, analyse and monitor technology performance metrics Engage with external providers such as security consultants/pen. testers, etc. Assist sales and marketing with the completion of IT questionnaires and other queries received during the sales process Maintain IT policy and procedure documents Requirements: 10+ years' product management experience Proven track record of success in leadership positions Familiarity with marketing platforms, programs and policies Strong roject management and organisation skills Experience with programming frameworks Friendly and helpful attitude and the ability to develop and maintain excellent working relationships with clients, stakeholders, colleagues and peers. Strong written and verbal communication skills. High level of attention to detail, excellent follow through and reliability. Skills to independently evaluate and define client and system needs. Experience engaging with people across a variety of levels with diverse backgrounds. Interested? Contact Philip Boltt at Lorien Global IND_PC1 Carbon60, Lorien & SRG - The Impellam Group STEM Portfolio are acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
24/04/2024
Full time
Location: UK (remote) Reports to: CEO and Board Your team: ~15 people, A hybrid of product focused employees in the UK and outsourced engineers abroad. The Company: A privately held SAAS company that has been providing accounting practice software for over 15 years, and picking up numerous awards internationally along the way. Role: You would be responsible for developing, communicating and executing the product vison, strategy and roadmap for the company's accounting practice management software suite, and managing the UK based product, content teams and an offshore engineering team. Applying your understanding of product management, SaaS technology and software delivery, you will work closely with the head of technology to ensure that the right product is developed, maintained and delivered to the client base; and work closely with the sales marketing teams to guide and help deliver product marketing strategies and campaigns. Responsibilities: Product Management Manage, evolve and execute the product visions and strategy for our SaaS software solution that serves accounting practices As an executive, ensure that product strategies and plans align with overall business goals In collaboration with the CEO, head of technology and other key stakeholders agree and deliver on the product roadmap Work with our client success team to engage with clients to gather feedback, understand how they use our product and determine what future features are needed Product Marketing Attend industry conferences, client and in-house events and be the key advocate for our product vision and development plans. Working closely with the marketing team guide the development of product marketing strategies, go to market plans and campaigns about current and upcoming product features Develop knowledge of competition and industry trends to identify new product opportunities and to assist marketing to develop product positioning statements and messaging. Leadership and Management Provide reports to, and present to, and brief the board on product and technology matters Be a senior member of the executive leadership team, participate in meetings and discussions to drive alignment and build consensus across the team to achieve overall business goals Lead, mentor, and develop the UK based product team, including: Agile project manager/scrum master Product Analysts Content Editors Manage contracts and oversee delivery by the offshore engineering and QA team Manage the budget and costs for the product and technology functions of the business Manage the software development and product release life cycle to ensure reliable development, delivery and maintenance of our software services Manage resolution of operational and product functionality issues or outages Technology Maintain current knowledge of technology landscape and software development practices Work with the head of technology to: Oversee all system design and changes in system architecture Track, analyse and monitor technology performance metrics Engage with external providers such as security consultants/pen. testers, etc. Assist sales and marketing with the completion of IT questionnaires and other queries received during the sales process Maintain IT policy and procedure documents Requirements: 10+ years' product management experience Proven track record of success in leadership positions Familiarity with marketing platforms, programs and policies Strong roject management and organisation skills Experience with programming frameworks Friendly and helpful attitude and the ability to develop and maintain excellent working relationships with clients, stakeholders, colleagues and peers. Strong written and verbal communication skills. High level of attention to detail, excellent follow through and reliability. Skills to independently evaluate and define client and system needs. Experience engaging with people across a variety of levels with diverse backgrounds. Interested? Contact Philip Boltt at Lorien Global IND_PC1 Carbon60, Lorien & SRG - The Impellam Group STEM Portfolio are acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
Are you an experienced IT Requirements Engineer looking for your next adventure? My client is looking to grow their engineering team with an IT Requirements Engineer. As an IT Requirements Engineer, you'll play a pivotal role in understanding and securing business requirements for various system change initiatives. Key Responsibilities: * Work closely with cross-functional teams, including delivery managers, SCRUM masters, and product owners, to ensure no detail is missed. * Manage stakeholder relationships and act as a consultant to clients on application solutions. * Define scope and document requirements using agile methodologies, ensuring alignment with business processes and capabilities. * Facilitate activities such as interviews or JAD sessions to gather and document requirements. * Support software engineers and test engineers throughout the development life cycle, providing guidance and answering queries. What you will bring: * Secondary qualification or equivalent experience. * Proficiency in ITIL, SOP's, RACI, Visio, and Lucid. * Practical experience with Agile Methodology for Software Engineering. * Experience working with stakeholders at all levels within an organization. * Strong understanding of business analysis approaches and methodologies. * Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal. * Ability to multitask effectively and stay organized. If you're ready to take the next step in your career and make a difference, apply now to join the team!
24/04/2024
Full time
Are you an experienced IT Requirements Engineer looking for your next adventure? My client is looking to grow their engineering team with an IT Requirements Engineer. As an IT Requirements Engineer, you'll play a pivotal role in understanding and securing business requirements for various system change initiatives. Key Responsibilities: * Work closely with cross-functional teams, including delivery managers, SCRUM masters, and product owners, to ensure no detail is missed. * Manage stakeholder relationships and act as a consultant to clients on application solutions. * Define scope and document requirements using agile methodologies, ensuring alignment with business processes and capabilities. * Facilitate activities such as interviews or JAD sessions to gather and document requirements. * Support software engineers and test engineers throughout the development life cycle, providing guidance and answering queries. What you will bring: * Secondary qualification or equivalent experience. * Proficiency in ITIL, SOP's, RACI, Visio, and Lucid. * Practical experience with Agile Methodology for Software Engineering. * Experience working with stakeholders at all levels within an organization. * Strong understanding of business analysis approaches and methodologies. * Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal. * Ability to multitask effectively and stay organized. If you're ready to take the next step in your career and make a difference, apply now to join the team!
Request Technology - Craig Johnson
Chicago, Illinois
*We are unable to sponsor for this permanent Full time role* *Position is bonus eligible* Prestigious Financial Company is currently seeking a Financial Risk Management Systems Product Manager. Candidate will be responsible for maximizing the value of the Products delivered to our stakeholders by representing business interests, working with our technology teams to determine requirements, creating a product roadmap for development, and prioritizing the work. The Product Owner will work in a hybrid agile methodology collaborating with cross-functional teams. The Product Owner must ensure that the technology teams understand and are aligned with the Product vision and that leadership is kept aware of Product progress and status. Responsibilities: Act as the primary point of contact for stakeholders regarding the product backlog and product development Interact with internal and external stakeholders such as regulators, exchanges and other external parties in explaining Products Elicit, interpret, lead requirement workshop discussions with vendors, stakeholders and/or product owners; assist in the development of backlog items and acceptance criteria Work with internal and external stakeholders to understand their needs and ensure that they are reflected in the product backlog Maintain direct communications with senior and middle management Coordinate preparation of materials for Management Committee, Board of Directors and Regulatory meetings as needed Maintain Product Vision and Roadmap Understand regulatory requirements and drivers impacting development goals and plans Evaluate product changes and recommend needed process and system changes Develop functional capabilities within the organization by driving innovation and continuous process improvements Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define and prioritize the product backlog Refine the product backlog to ensure that it is ready for development Maintain product budget and forecast. Seek to optimize product delivery in the most cost effective manner. Collaborate with technology partners and teams to drive strategic plans for system development, integration and deployment Work with the Project Owners/Managers, Technology Lead, and Scrum Master to ensure that the team is following the hybrid agile methodology and that any issues are addressed in a timely manner Document and/or sign-off on acceptance criteria for user stories Ensure that the product backlog is transparent, visible, and understood by all stakeholders Ensure there is a clear traceability of requirements to deliverables Ensure the product complies with all non-functional requirements Comply with all product delivery controls and procedures Continuously monitor and evaluate the product backlog to ensure that it is meeting stakeholder needs and delivering value Identify scope gaps and missing requirements by acquiring an in-depth understanding of current state capabilities (ie, Legacy system) and future state needs Proactively identify and escalates risks and issues to the leadership team. Monitor vendor performance (where applicable) against statements of work Meet complex business needs in an efficient, flexible, and ever-improving manner Indirectly supervise project team members from across FRM and internal technology teams. May involve direct supervision of individuals or teams within one year. Qualifications: Previous experience as a Product Manager/Owner in a hybrid agile methodology is required Strong understanding of Agile product management methodologies and product development processes Excellent communication, collaboration, and presentation skills Strong interpersonal and influencing skills, including ability to interact effectively with peers, all levels of management, regulators and member firms Ability to work effectively with and lead cross-functional teams Strong analytical and problem-solving skills Demonstrated ability to gather, analyze, and evaluate facts, and prepare and present concise oral and written reports Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously Ability to work independently in a fast-paced, dynamic environment Must be able to work under deadlines and manage multiple tasks Self-directed; Ability to work both independently with minimal direction or oversight in a team-oriented, collaborative environment Experience working in the financial services industry General securities markets, derivatives knowledge required Strong knowledge in multiple asset classes like equities, interest rates, volatility, commodities, and foreign currencies (Risk Pillar Specific) Experience with central counter-party clearing, settlement of derivatives, financial risk management and regulated capital markets infrastructure Willingness to roll up your sleeves and do whatever is necessary Proficiency using Jira, Confluence, Tableau and Microsoft Office applications Bachelor's degree (or equivalent) in relevant fields including Accounting, Finance, Computer Science, Management Information Systems, Engineering among others MBA, MS or equivalent graduate degree in a relevant field preferred 10+ years of financial risk management experience leading teams and building robust business processes is required 2+ years of product management experience, preferably with Risk Management products and capabilities Demonstrated experience with ensuring effective process change management 10+ years of experience in financial services/regulated capital markets infrastructure. Experience with an exchange, regulator or clearing house preferred
23/04/2024
Full time
*We are unable to sponsor for this permanent Full time role* *Position is bonus eligible* Prestigious Financial Company is currently seeking a Financial Risk Management Systems Product Manager. Candidate will be responsible for maximizing the value of the Products delivered to our stakeholders by representing business interests, working with our technology teams to determine requirements, creating a product roadmap for development, and prioritizing the work. The Product Owner will work in a hybrid agile methodology collaborating with cross-functional teams. The Product Owner must ensure that the technology teams understand and are aligned with the Product vision and that leadership is kept aware of Product progress and status. Responsibilities: Act as the primary point of contact for stakeholders regarding the product backlog and product development Interact with internal and external stakeholders such as regulators, exchanges and other external parties in explaining Products Elicit, interpret, lead requirement workshop discussions with vendors, stakeholders and/or product owners; assist in the development of backlog items and acceptance criteria Work with internal and external stakeholders to understand their needs and ensure that they are reflected in the product backlog Maintain direct communications with senior and middle management Coordinate preparation of materials for Management Committee, Board of Directors and Regulatory meetings as needed Maintain Product Vision and Roadmap Understand regulatory requirements and drivers impacting development goals and plans Evaluate product changes and recommend needed process and system changes Develop functional capabilities within the organization by driving innovation and continuous process improvements Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define and prioritize the product backlog Refine the product backlog to ensure that it is ready for development Maintain product budget and forecast. Seek to optimize product delivery in the most cost effective manner. Collaborate with technology partners and teams to drive strategic plans for system development, integration and deployment Work with the Project Owners/Managers, Technology Lead, and Scrum Master to ensure that the team is following the hybrid agile methodology and that any issues are addressed in a timely manner Document and/or sign-off on acceptance criteria for user stories Ensure that the product backlog is transparent, visible, and understood by all stakeholders Ensure there is a clear traceability of requirements to deliverables Ensure the product complies with all non-functional requirements Comply with all product delivery controls and procedures Continuously monitor and evaluate the product backlog to ensure that it is meeting stakeholder needs and delivering value Identify scope gaps and missing requirements by acquiring an in-depth understanding of current state capabilities (ie, Legacy system) and future state needs Proactively identify and escalates risks and issues to the leadership team. Monitor vendor performance (where applicable) against statements of work Meet complex business needs in an efficient, flexible, and ever-improving manner Indirectly supervise project team members from across FRM and internal technology teams. May involve direct supervision of individuals or teams within one year. Qualifications: Previous experience as a Product Manager/Owner in a hybrid agile methodology is required Strong understanding of Agile product management methodologies and product development processes Excellent communication, collaboration, and presentation skills Strong interpersonal and influencing skills, including ability to interact effectively with peers, all levels of management, regulators and member firms Ability to work effectively with and lead cross-functional teams Strong analytical and problem-solving skills Demonstrated ability to gather, analyze, and evaluate facts, and prepare and present concise oral and written reports Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously Ability to work independently in a fast-paced, dynamic environment Must be able to work under deadlines and manage multiple tasks Self-directed; Ability to work both independently with minimal direction or oversight in a team-oriented, collaborative environment Experience working in the financial services industry General securities markets, derivatives knowledge required Strong knowledge in multiple asset classes like equities, interest rates, volatility, commodities, and foreign currencies (Risk Pillar Specific) Experience with central counter-party clearing, settlement of derivatives, financial risk management and regulated capital markets infrastructure Willingness to roll up your sleeves and do whatever is necessary Proficiency using Jira, Confluence, Tableau and Microsoft Office applications Bachelor's degree (or equivalent) in relevant fields including Accounting, Finance, Computer Science, Management Information Systems, Engineering among others MBA, MS or equivalent graduate degree in a relevant field preferred 10+ years of financial risk management experience leading teams and building robust business processes is required 2+ years of product management experience, preferably with Risk Management products and capabilities Demonstrated experience with ensuring effective process change management 10+ years of experience in financial services/regulated capital markets infrastructure. Experience with an exchange, regulator or clearing house preferred
Senior Product Manager, Financial Risk Management Salary: Open Location: Chicago, IL Hybrid: 3 days on-site, 2 days remote Qualifications Bachelor's degree MBA preferred. 10+ years of financial risk management experience leading teams and building robust business processes. 2+ years of product management experience, preferably with Risk Management products and capabilities 10+ years of experience in financial services/regulated capital markets infrastructure. Experience with an exchange, regulator or clearing house preferred. Strong knowledge in multiple asset classes like equities, interest rates, volatility, commodities, and foreign currencies (Risk Pillar Specific) Proficiency in using Jira, Confluence, Tableau and Microsoft Office applications. Responsibilities Act as the primary point of contact for stakeholders regarding the product backlog and product development. Interact with internal and external stakeholders such as regulators, exchanges, and other external parties in explaining company products. Maintain Product Vision and Roadmap Collaborate with technology partners and teams to drive strategic plans for company system development, integration, and deployment. Work with the Project Owners/Managers, Technology Lead, and Scrum Master to ensure that the team is following the hybrid agile methodology and that any issues are addressed in a timely manner. Continuously monitor and evaluate the product backlog to ensure that it is meeting stakeholder needs and delivering value. Indirectly supervise product team members matrixed from across business and internal technology teams
23/04/2024
Full time
Senior Product Manager, Financial Risk Management Salary: Open Location: Chicago, IL Hybrid: 3 days on-site, 2 days remote Qualifications Bachelor's degree MBA preferred. 10+ years of financial risk management experience leading teams and building robust business processes. 2+ years of product management experience, preferably with Risk Management products and capabilities 10+ years of experience in financial services/regulated capital markets infrastructure. Experience with an exchange, regulator or clearing house preferred. Strong knowledge in multiple asset classes like equities, interest rates, volatility, commodities, and foreign currencies (Risk Pillar Specific) Proficiency in using Jira, Confluence, Tableau and Microsoft Office applications. Responsibilities Act as the primary point of contact for stakeholders regarding the product backlog and product development. Interact with internal and external stakeholders such as regulators, exchanges, and other external parties in explaining company products. Maintain Product Vision and Roadmap Collaborate with technology partners and teams to drive strategic plans for company system development, integration, and deployment. Work with the Project Owners/Managers, Technology Lead, and Scrum Master to ensure that the team is following the hybrid agile methodology and that any issues are addressed in a timely manner. Continuously monitor and evaluate the product backlog to ensure that it is meeting stakeholder needs and delivering value. Indirectly supervise product team members matrixed from across business and internal technology teams
Senior Connectivity Firmware/Test Engineer 1 year freelance contract + extensions after Leuven, Belgium (2 days remote per week) Within our Personal Health R&D group, we want to capture the strong market growth in ICs for hearing aids and implants, hearables, wearables, and personal health monitoring applications, health IoT. Owing to our success, our department of 40+ engineers is growing, and we have challenging opportunities for software engineers. Our System-on-Chip products employ the latest Bluetooth Smart (BLE) or NFC with our experience in ultra-low power design. We develop the full software stack from driver-level all to way to turnkey applications, enabling our customers to build their products with minimum effort. Description of services: Unconditionally technically responsible for a subsystem, application Estimate the effort for your work and contribute to reviewing the estimates of peers Execute feasibility studies to underpin the estimations Create a design for the software Organize or contribute to (mutual) reviews of designs with colleagues and Software Architect Plan your assignments and report on progress Contribute to specifying and developing automated regression test frameworks. Document functional and performance specifications, test design documentation and develop the test strategy and test specifications. Work with the development team to develop and guide the implementation of module, systems and end to end tests (functional + performance testing) to fit in the test framework. Develop test automations using Python, Jenkins. Experience: Master's degree in Software Engineering or Electronics or, have reached this level through another form of training or experience. 3-5 years Embedded software/firmware development experience, in either the mobile industry or in semiconductors. Proud software craftsman with solid BLE 5.X experience, preferably in both Link Layer and Host stack Natural team player and obsessive to learn and gain experience Spoken and written English Knowledge of design methods and software engineering processes, Microcontroller architectures and peripherals, Embedded programming in C. Strong Python programming skills Building Real Time systems on bare metal or using an RTOS, structured debugging, interpretation of PCB schematics. Practical experience using the Scrum framework Experience in technical coaching of junior team members Additional context of the role: Idea is to find a candidate with a strong BLE knowledge. The work to be done is to develop the upper level (application level) of the BLE communication protocol stack which are not yet existing. To do this, knowledge/understanding/experience of the lower levels is absolutely necessary (Link Layer and Host stack). The testing part of the job will be relatively limited to the beginning of the assignment. At that time 50% of the time should be spend within the R&D team which is currently struggling with the validation testing. Helping on this aspect will serve as an introduction to the product for the candidate. Finally, we want a senior profile as one of the tasks will be to lead the team in the "go to market strategy". The product till now is developed for use cases of specific customers but idea is to make it a mass product. The senior engineer should help here to identify what may be missing in the product to reach a broader audience, for example by comparison with competitors. This part will require again to interact with the R&D team.
23/04/2024
Project-based
Senior Connectivity Firmware/Test Engineer 1 year freelance contract + extensions after Leuven, Belgium (2 days remote per week) Within our Personal Health R&D group, we want to capture the strong market growth in ICs for hearing aids and implants, hearables, wearables, and personal health monitoring applications, health IoT. Owing to our success, our department of 40+ engineers is growing, and we have challenging opportunities for software engineers. Our System-on-Chip products employ the latest Bluetooth Smart (BLE) or NFC with our experience in ultra-low power design. We develop the full software stack from driver-level all to way to turnkey applications, enabling our customers to build their products with minimum effort. Description of services: Unconditionally technically responsible for a subsystem, application Estimate the effort for your work and contribute to reviewing the estimates of peers Execute feasibility studies to underpin the estimations Create a design for the software Organize or contribute to (mutual) reviews of designs with colleagues and Software Architect Plan your assignments and report on progress Contribute to specifying and developing automated regression test frameworks. Document functional and performance specifications, test design documentation and develop the test strategy and test specifications. Work with the development team to develop and guide the implementation of module, systems and end to end tests (functional + performance testing) to fit in the test framework. Develop test automations using Python, Jenkins. Experience: Master's degree in Software Engineering or Electronics or, have reached this level through another form of training or experience. 3-5 years Embedded software/firmware development experience, in either the mobile industry or in semiconductors. Proud software craftsman with solid BLE 5.X experience, preferably in both Link Layer and Host stack Natural team player and obsessive to learn and gain experience Spoken and written English Knowledge of design methods and software engineering processes, Microcontroller architectures and peripherals, Embedded programming in C. Strong Python programming skills Building Real Time systems on bare metal or using an RTOS, structured debugging, interpretation of PCB schematics. Practical experience using the Scrum framework Experience in technical coaching of junior team members Additional context of the role: Idea is to find a candidate with a strong BLE knowledge. The work to be done is to develop the upper level (application level) of the BLE communication protocol stack which are not yet existing. To do this, knowledge/understanding/experience of the lower levels is absolutely necessary (Link Layer and Host stack). The testing part of the job will be relatively limited to the beginning of the assignment. At that time 50% of the time should be spend within the R&D team which is currently struggling with the validation testing. Helping on this aspect will serve as an introduction to the product for the candidate. Finally, we want a senior profile as one of the tasks will be to lead the team in the "go to market strategy". The product till now is developed for use cases of specific customers but idea is to make it a mass product. The senior engineer should help here to identify what may be missing in the product to reach a broader audience, for example by comparison with competitors. This part will require again to interact with the R&D team.
Company and Team: As a Solution Architect within the Oracle area, you'll play a vital role in designing technology solutions for a large-scale digital customer experience platform. Collaborating with a diverse team of developers, your focus will be on delivering high-performance database platforms and supporting processes to ensure quality, performance, and security standards are met. Responsibilities: Your responsibilities as a Solution Architect include incorporating the latest architecture concepts into initiatives, setting solution directions across different teams, and creating end-to-end designs and solution architectures. You'll also coach teams in implementing architecture and provide support throughout the DevOps cycle. Technical Skills/Requirements: Bachelor's or Master's degree in IT, along with at least 5 years of technical IT experience. Knowledge and experience in Risk, Security, and Compliance standards such as NIST, ISO/IEC 27001, Oracle, and Cloud architecture. Proficiency in Automation tools like Azure DevOps pipelines and Workflow. Expertise in high-end database (Oracle) related tooling and best practices. Familiarity with development and test methods, data security and privacy technology, and utilities. Experience with AzureDevOps, SCRUM, Agile, and Lean methodologies. Soft Skills: In addition to technical prowess, successful candidates will possess the following soft skills: Ability to communicate effectively with stakeholders at all levels. Skill in translating technical solutions into business terms and influencing others with an open mindset. Resourcefulness, flexibility, strong analytical skills, and the ability to be critical when necessary. Experience in stakeholder management in an international setting. Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English. Capability to coach peers and stakeholders effectively. About Levy Professionals: Since 2000, we have been delivering professional solutions to organizations ranging from tech start-ups to global players. From our offices in Amsterdam and London, we have built an international and local network of experienced salaried professionals, driven by our passion for connecting skills with projects. Over the years we have filled over 1,700 applications and today we have consistently recruited and seconded 250+ professionals from 14 countries who have been deployed on a variety of projects. Our strength is the way we see and treat people. This will always be an important factor in our strategy for the coming years.
23/04/2024
Project-based
Company and Team: As a Solution Architect within the Oracle area, you'll play a vital role in designing technology solutions for a large-scale digital customer experience platform. Collaborating with a diverse team of developers, your focus will be on delivering high-performance database platforms and supporting processes to ensure quality, performance, and security standards are met. Responsibilities: Your responsibilities as a Solution Architect include incorporating the latest architecture concepts into initiatives, setting solution directions across different teams, and creating end-to-end designs and solution architectures. You'll also coach teams in implementing architecture and provide support throughout the DevOps cycle. Technical Skills/Requirements: Bachelor's or Master's degree in IT, along with at least 5 years of technical IT experience. Knowledge and experience in Risk, Security, and Compliance standards such as NIST, ISO/IEC 27001, Oracle, and Cloud architecture. Proficiency in Automation tools like Azure DevOps pipelines and Workflow. Expertise in high-end database (Oracle) related tooling and best practices. Familiarity with development and test methods, data security and privacy technology, and utilities. Experience with AzureDevOps, SCRUM, Agile, and Lean methodologies. Soft Skills: In addition to technical prowess, successful candidates will possess the following soft skills: Ability to communicate effectively with stakeholders at all levels. Skill in translating technical solutions into business terms and influencing others with an open mindset. Resourcefulness, flexibility, strong analytical skills, and the ability to be critical when necessary. Experience in stakeholder management in an international setting. Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English. Capability to coach peers and stakeholders effectively. About Levy Professionals: Since 2000, we have been delivering professional solutions to organizations ranging from tech start-ups to global players. From our offices in Amsterdam and London, we have built an international and local network of experienced salaried professionals, driven by our passion for connecting skills with projects. Over the years we have filled over 1,700 applications and today we have consistently recruited and seconded 250+ professionals from 14 countries who have been deployed on a variety of projects. Our strength is the way we see and treat people. This will always be an important factor in our strategy for the coming years.
NO SPONSORSHIP Principal, Product Manager - Financial Risk Management and Systems SALARY: $190k plus 15% bonus LOCATION: CHICAGO, IL Hybrid 3 days onsite Looking for a candidate with experience as a product manager/owner agile product manager experience financial services general security markets derivatives knowledge multiple asset classes like equities interest rates volatility commodities foreign currencies risk pillar specify control counter party clearing statements of derivatives financial risk management and regulated capital markets infrastructure Jira confluence tableau MS Applications 10 years of financial risk management Summary: The Product Owner at the will be responsible for maximizing the value of the Products delivered to our stakeholders by representing business interests, working with our technology teams to determine requirements, creating a product roadmap for development, and prioritizing the work. The Product Owner will work in a hybrid agile methodology collaborating with cross-functional teams. The Product Owner must ensure that the technology teams understand and are aligned with the Product vision and that leadership is kept aware of Product progress and status. Primary Duties and Responsibilities: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each primary duty satisfactorily. Stakeholder Engagement and Management o Act as the primary point of contact for stakeholders regarding the product backlog and product development o Interact with internal and external stakeholders such as regulators, exchanges and other external parties in explaining OCC's Products o Elicit, interpret, lead requirement workshop discussions with vendors, stakeholders and/or product owners; assist in the development of backlog items and acceptance criteria o Work with internal and external stakeholders to understand their needs and ensure that they are reflected in the product backlog o Maintain direct communications with senior and middle management o Coordinate preparation of materials for Management Committee, Board of Directors and Regulatory meetings as needed o Maintain Product Vision and Roadmap o Understand regulatory requirements and drivers impacting development goals and plans o Evaluate product changes and recommend needed process and system changes o Develop functional capabilities within the organization by driving innovation and continuous process improvements o Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define and prioritize the product backlog o Refine the product backlog to ensure that it is ready for development o Maintain product budget and forecast. Seek to optimize product delivery in the most cost effective manner. o Collaborate with technology partners and teams to drive strategic plans for the system development, integration and deployment o Work with the Project Owners/Managers, Technology Lead, and Scrum Master to ensure that the team is following the hybrid agile methodology and that any issues are addressed in a timely manner o Document and/or sign-off on acceptance criteria for user stories o Ensure that the product backlog is transparent, visible, and understood by all stakeholders o Ensure there is a clear traceability of requirements to deliverables o Ensure the product complies with all non-functional requirements o Comply with all product delivery controls and procedures Product Leadership Product Delivery Product Integrity Quality Management Team Leadership Qualifications: Previous experience as a Product Manager/Owner in a hybrid agile methodology is required Strong understanding of Agile product management methodologies and product development processes Excellent communication, collaboration, and presentation skills Strong interpersonal and influencing skills, including ability to interact effectively with peers, all levels of management, regulators and member firms Ability to work effectively with and lead cross-functional teams Strong analytical and problem-solving skills Demonstrated ability to gather, analyze, and evaluate facts, and prepare and present concise oral and written reports Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously Ability to work independently in a fast-paced, dynamic environment Must be able to work under deadlines and manage multiple tasks Self-directed; Ability to work both independently with minimal direction or oversight in a team-oriented, collaborative environment Experience working in the financial services industry General securities markets, derivatives knowledge required Strong knowledge in multiple asset classes like equities, interest rates, volatility, commodities, and foreign currencies (Risk Pillar Specific) Experience with central counter-party clearing, settlement of derivatives, financial risk management and regulated capital markets infrastructure Willingness to roll up your sleeves and do whatever is necessary Technical Skills: Proficiency using Jira, Confluence, Tableau and Microsoft Office applications Education and/or Experience: Bachelor's degree MBA, MS or equivalent graduate degree in a relevant field preferred 10+ years of financial risk management experience leading teams and building robust business processes is required 2+ years of product management experience, preferably with Risk Management products and capabilities Demonstrated experience with ensuring effective process change management 10+ years of experience in financial services/regulated capital markets infrastructure. Experience with an exchange, regulator or clearing house preferred
18/04/2024
Full time
NO SPONSORSHIP Principal, Product Manager - Financial Risk Management and Systems SALARY: $190k plus 15% bonus LOCATION: CHICAGO, IL Hybrid 3 days onsite Looking for a candidate with experience as a product manager/owner agile product manager experience financial services general security markets derivatives knowledge multiple asset classes like equities interest rates volatility commodities foreign currencies risk pillar specify control counter party clearing statements of derivatives financial risk management and regulated capital markets infrastructure Jira confluence tableau MS Applications 10 years of financial risk management Summary: The Product Owner at the will be responsible for maximizing the value of the Products delivered to our stakeholders by representing business interests, working with our technology teams to determine requirements, creating a product roadmap for development, and prioritizing the work. The Product Owner will work in a hybrid agile methodology collaborating with cross-functional teams. The Product Owner must ensure that the technology teams understand and are aligned with the Product vision and that leadership is kept aware of Product progress and status. Primary Duties and Responsibilities: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each primary duty satisfactorily. Stakeholder Engagement and Management o Act as the primary point of contact for stakeholders regarding the product backlog and product development o Interact with internal and external stakeholders such as regulators, exchanges and other external parties in explaining OCC's Products o Elicit, interpret, lead requirement workshop discussions with vendors, stakeholders and/or product owners; assist in the development of backlog items and acceptance criteria o Work with internal and external stakeholders to understand their needs and ensure that they are reflected in the product backlog o Maintain direct communications with senior and middle management o Coordinate preparation of materials for Management Committee, Board of Directors and Regulatory meetings as needed o Maintain Product Vision and Roadmap o Understand regulatory requirements and drivers impacting development goals and plans o Evaluate product changes and recommend needed process and system changes o Develop functional capabilities within the organization by driving innovation and continuous process improvements o Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define and prioritize the product backlog o Refine the product backlog to ensure that it is ready for development o Maintain product budget and forecast. Seek to optimize product delivery in the most cost effective manner. o Collaborate with technology partners and teams to drive strategic plans for the system development, integration and deployment o Work with the Project Owners/Managers, Technology Lead, and Scrum Master to ensure that the team is following the hybrid agile methodology and that any issues are addressed in a timely manner o Document and/or sign-off on acceptance criteria for user stories o Ensure that the product backlog is transparent, visible, and understood by all stakeholders o Ensure there is a clear traceability of requirements to deliverables o Ensure the product complies with all non-functional requirements o Comply with all product delivery controls and procedures Product Leadership Product Delivery Product Integrity Quality Management Team Leadership Qualifications: Previous experience as a Product Manager/Owner in a hybrid agile methodology is required Strong understanding of Agile product management methodologies and product development processes Excellent communication, collaboration, and presentation skills Strong interpersonal and influencing skills, including ability to interact effectively with peers, all levels of management, regulators and member firms Ability to work effectively with and lead cross-functional teams Strong analytical and problem-solving skills Demonstrated ability to gather, analyze, and evaluate facts, and prepare and present concise oral and written reports Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously Ability to work independently in a fast-paced, dynamic environment Must be able to work under deadlines and manage multiple tasks Self-directed; Ability to work both independently with minimal direction or oversight in a team-oriented, collaborative environment Experience working in the financial services industry General securities markets, derivatives knowledge required Strong knowledge in multiple asset classes like equities, interest rates, volatility, commodities, and foreign currencies (Risk Pillar Specific) Experience with central counter-party clearing, settlement of derivatives, financial risk management and regulated capital markets infrastructure Willingness to roll up your sleeves and do whatever is necessary Technical Skills: Proficiency using Jira, Confluence, Tableau and Microsoft Office applications Education and/or Experience: Bachelor's degree MBA, MS or equivalent graduate degree in a relevant field preferred 10+ years of financial risk management experience leading teams and building robust business processes is required 2+ years of product management experience, preferably with Risk Management products and capabilities Demonstrated experience with ensuring effective process change management 10+ years of experience in financial services/regulated capital markets infrastructure. Experience with an exchange, regulator or clearing house preferred