Softcard (acquired by Google)

Principal Agile Project Manager

Softcard (acquired by Google)

full-time

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Location Type: Hybrid

Location: Houston • Texas • United States

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Job Level

Lead

Tech Stack

AWSAzureCloudPythonSQLTableau

About the role

  • Champion Agile delivery excellence by driving transparency, removing impediments, and ensuring continuous improvement across teams.
  • Own end-to-end Agile governance, including Scrum ceremonies, backlog prioritization, and pipeline management to accelerate value delivery.
  • Partner strategically with Product Owners and business leaders to define scope, prioritize features, and align on business objectives.
  • Lead project planning and execution, setting clear timelines, managing dependencies, and ensuring on-time, high-quality delivery.
  • Facilitate cross-functional technical alignment, resolving architectural and development challenges to maintain delivery momentum.
  • Oversee operational readiness, including change management, incident resolution, and production process controls.
  • Mitigate risks and manage escalations proactively, while maintaining alignment with vendors and third-party partners for seamless integration.
  • Drive team performance and accountability, fostering a culture of collaboration, innovation, and measurable outcomes.

Requirements

  • Deep expertise in leading large-scale technology initiatives within Agile Scrum environments, including remote team coordination.
  • Strong understanding of investment operations and financial instruments (Equity, Fixed Income, Derivatives) with familiarity across front-, mid-, and back-office processes and knowledge of North American regulatory requirements
  • Proven ability to deliver data-driven insights using BI tools (Power BI, Tableau) and advanced analytics with SQL, Python, and automation platforms (Appian, Blue Prism).
  • Hands-on experience with cloud technologies (AWS/Azure) and modern workflow automation to optimize operational efficiency.
  • Skilled in cost-benefit analysis, process documentation, and testing methodologies to drive informed decision-making.
  • Exceptional communication and relationship-building skills, influencing stakeholders at all levels in a global, multicultural environment.
  • Demonstrated ability to manage risk, resolve conflicts, and maintain composure under pressure while meeting aggressive deadlines.
  • Highly analytical, self-motivated, and adaptable, with a disciplined approach to time management and continuous learning.
Benefits
  • Flexible paid time off
  • Hybrid work schedule
  • 401(K) matching of 100% up to the first 6% with a discretionary supplemental contribution
  • Health & wellbeing benefits
  • Parental Leave benefits
  • Employee stock purchase plan
Applicant Tracking System Keywords

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Hard Skills & Tools
AgileScrumSQLPythonPower BITableauAWSAzureAppianBlue Prism
Soft Skills
communicationrelationship-buildinginfluencinganalyticalself-motivatedadaptabletime managementcollaborationinnovationproblem-solving