Systems: Senior Technical Program Manager

• Work with experienced business and technology leaders and multiple development teams to help create and implement the firm’s technology platforms.
• Coordinate and advance new technical projects as well as manage timelines and overall project strategy.
• Liaise frequently with departments outside of Systems to advance large-scale technology projects across the firm.
• Establish and promote new program management processes throughout the department.
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• At least seven to ten years of experience in a role involving technical program management for technology infrastructure.
• A degree in computer science or a related technical discipline is preferred; alternatively, candidates may demonstrate technical depth through a record of leading and delivering complex technical programs.
• Exposure to high-performance computing environments and data centers, experience with coding, and knowledge of multi-node architecture are beneficial.
• Excellent collaboration skills, with the ability to effectively work with various stakeholders and navigate large ambiguous projects.
• Comfort discussing technical concepts with developers, along with a proactive approach, a passion for improving user experience, and a demonstrated interest in workflow optimization.

• The expected annual base salary for this position is $225,000 to $325,000. Our compensation and benefits package includes variable compensation in the form of a year-end bonus, and benefits including medical and prescription drug coverage, 401(k) contribution matching, wellness reimbursement, family building benefits, and a charitable gift match program.

The D. E. Shaw group is an equal opportunity employer.

The applicable annual base salary or hourly rate paid to a successful applicant will be determined based on multiple factors, including without limitation the nature and extent of prior experience and educational background.

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The D. E. Shaw group seeks a senior technical program manager to join its Systems Program Management Office, which establishes, manages, and optimizes the firm’s technical workloads and infrastructure with a strategic, collaborative approach. This dynamic position offers a broad view of the firm’s technology practices and the opportunity to help drive the creation and adoption of exciting technical projects in a collegial and engaging work environment.