Systems: Senior Technical Program Manager

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.

What you’ll do day-to-day 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.

Example responsibilities may include overseeing a large-scale OS migration in a Linux-based environment or supporting the build-out of the firm’s cloud strategy. What we’re looking for 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.