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Sr. Product Manager - FinTech: Hybrid
New York, New York, United States
DIRECT HIRE
  • TERMS: direct hire
Sr. Product Manager-FinTech – Hybrid: Our direct client, a fast-growing FinTech firm in New York City, is looking for multiple senior level Technical Product Managers. The openings range from Assistant Vice President - Vice President level. This role will be working in a team-oriented environment with smart and hardworking individuals in a results-oriented culture with support from the Executive Management. This is a management level opportunity with room for growth and oversight over teams, projects, and space. This individual will have the opportunity to solve fun and complex industry-wide problems, spanning across various alternative investment products. This position will be working directly with end users and clients to bring scale and efficiency spanning across a multitude of different business processes, as well as various user experiences for key critical online functions.  This role will own, lead, and deliver various solutions with direct oversight of product building, largely defining and influencing others in their own space, from identifying unmet needs to defining requirements, writing user stories, developing project communication plans, and testing product features. We live and breathe agile and deploy fast, to learn and iterate quickly. Having fun while doing it is a big part of who we are so the ideal candidate will embrace a collaborative, multi-disciplinary team in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment. 3 - 4 days per week onsite work in the NYC midtown office is required.  Base salary is in the $130-180K range DOE, plus generous bonus and stock options.  Responsibilities
  • Lead engagement with end users and clients to identify and deliver solutions to core functional areas and user experiences. 
  • Develop the strategic road map and lead the direction of the product of the platform in partnership with stakeholders. 
  • Present, communicate, and work directly with the executive management as needed or to provide status updates of critical strategic projects. 
  • Resolve issues and concerns around the allocation of resources and work with stakeholders to manage expectations and setting of priorities. 
  • Work with production support team and provide oversight and work to resolve existing gaps with new builds or proposals for new resources. 
  • Propose and plan team structure and expansion where necessary with a well thought out plan of execution as the company grows. 
  • Mentor the team by coaching and leading by example from all aspects of development whether building relationships or project execution. 
  • Identify the highest leverage areas and mobilize key constituents quickly to deliver great products?and critical key features and functions. 
  • Work with UX Design, Technology, and other partners in scoping different solutions, writing user-stories and preparing the organization for product launches. 
  • Develop a strong understanding of business impacts and what is most critical and manage the team and space for concurrent requests and requirements. 
  • Test and review online product upgrades and oversee team execution in general and ensure flawless execution. 
  • Monitor the performance of the product and continuously improve it through all the life-stages of a product. 
  • Maintain awareness of the competitive landscape from a business and legal and compliance perspective. 
  • Step outside the product realm when appropriate to contribute to the team and overall company mission. 
Qualifications
  • 10-15+ years of experience in product management in a fast-paced, agile environment 
  • Proven track record of management of technical teams and projects, managing space for organizing requests and priorities, and managing space for organizing requests and priorities 
  • Proven track record of exercising strong influence in partnerships with colleagues, teams, and clients 
  • Great communicator and comfortable engaging executive management for ideas and resolutions 
  • Natural problem solver and driven to push initiatives to conclusions 
  • Critical thinker and comfortable with the unknown 
  • Financial technology background strongly preferred 
  • Willingness to dig deep, analyze and know the processes of how things work Willingness to dig deep, analyze, and know the processes of how things work 
  • Comfort with leveraging SQL and able to generate conclusions based on data being presented
  • Develop an in-depth understanding of organizational data flow and its impact on business processes 
  • Expertise with QA testing and business analysis and project management 
  • Strong technical background and understanding; Able to construct wireframes and design user experiences while understanding basic API functionalities 
  • Strong interpersonal skills and capable of building relationships to gain buy in and achieve business results 
  • History of customer centric focus with a knack for quick and thoughtful problem-solving 
  • Strong interpersonal and presentation skills, with experience managing a dynamic team 

Sr. DevOps/SRE - Hybrid:
New York , New York, United States
DIRECT HIRE
  • TERMS: direct hire
Sr. DevOps/SRE  – Hybrid: Our direct client, a fast-growing FinTech firm in New York City, is looking for a Senior DevOps/SRE Engineer to develop and maintain the production and development environments for a multi-party application. This role will utilize strong DevOps principles and advanced cloud capabilities to facilitate the infrastructure and automated CI/CD for a distributed ledger platform. The ideal candidate is a highly collaborative, creative, and intellectually curious DevOps Engineer. The person in this role should have solid experience in Site Reliability Engineering and is passionate about forming and implementing cutting-edge cloud computing capabilities.  2 or 3 days onsite work in the NYC midtown office is required.  Base salary is in the $160-200K range DOE, plus generous bonus and stock options.    Responsibilities 
  • Design, implement, and manage AWS cloud infrastructure using Terraform and CloudFormation. 
  • Develop and maintain CI/CD pipelines using GitLab for seamless code deployment and integration. 
  • Collaborate with blockchain engineers to ensure optimal performance and security of the distributed ledger technology (DLT). 
  • Monitor system performance using Grafana, Prometheus, and Datadog, and proactively address system issues. 
  • Ensure high availability and reliability of the application across the end-to-end tech stacks. 
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand needs and deliver solutions that meet business objectives. 
  • Lead and mentor junior team members, fostering a culture of continuous learning and improvement. 
  Qualifications 
  • 8+ years of experience in DevOps, TechOps, or SRE, including at least 5 years working with AWS 
  • Strong desire to experience microservices in a production environment, particularly with Docker and Kubernetes 
  • Strong Linux OS-level, command-line and scripting knowledge (e.g., Bash, Python), and configuration management principles 
  • Applicants should have a working knowledge of databases such as MongoDB, Postgres, and DynamoDB 
  • Experience in architecting, implementing, and managing monitoring tools such as Prometheus/Grafana, CloudWatch, Splunk, Datadog, NewRelic, and ELK in the cloud 
  • Experience with compute provisioning on Cloud-based platforms using Terraform and/or CloudFormation 
  • Exceptional analytical skills, able to apply knowledge and experience in decision-making to arrive at creative and commercial solutions 
  • Experience in building a Microservice-based architecture 
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills 
  • Able to design and implement complex, but easily managed, automated infrastructure 
  • A desire to share knowledge, teach, and learn as part of a collaborative team 
  • AWS certifications are a plus 
  • Experience developing or integrating with blockchain applications is preferred, but not required 

Product Manager - FinTech: Hybrid
New York, New York, United States
DIRECT HIRE
  • TERMS: direct hire
Product Manager - FinTech: Hybrid Our direct client, a fast-growing FinTech firm in New York City, is looking for a Product Manager to work within the newly created innovation lab in firm. The primary mission of the lab is to ensure that the firm is evaluating and adopting emerging technologies and methods to advance strategic business initiatives. The primary mechanism to accomplish this mission is through rapid prototyping and the execution of POCs or research projects where we explore and analyze new technologies, methods, capabilities, limitations, technical risks, and compatibility with the ICN ecosystem.   They seek a dynamic, self-motivated, and energetic Product Manager who will work with strategists and software engineers to transform ideas into projects and successfully deliver those projects in line with the lab’s mission of executing POCs and rapid prototyping. The ideal candidate should be deeply interested in learning about new areas of technology and business and very comfortable operating at a detailed level. The ideal candidate will help shape the culture and help develop the working model within the newly created lab.   This is a great opportunity to work across a broad set of business areas and technologies to deliver prototype solutions in a fast-paced and fun environment with the goal of offering the most innovative products and services to our clients. 3 - 4 days onsite work in the NYC midtown office is required.  Base salary is in the $130-180K range DOE, plus generous bonus and stock options.      Responsibilities 
  • Work with the Lab’s strategists and software engineers to plan, design, and execute state-of-the art POCs.  
  • Meet with key stakeholders to understand critical business requirements and broader organizational impact.  
  • Communicate project status and goals across a broad swath of the organization at all levels of seniority.  
  • Develop a good understanding of our business to help make more informed decisions about strategy and ideas.  
  • Contribute to other aspects of Labs such as publishing our work (internal and external), facilitate user discussions, and otherwise contribute to the direction of the team.  
  • Contribute to the overall company mission and culture.  
  Qualifications 
  • 5-10 years of professional experience across business analysis, engineering, or finance. Financial technology background strongly preferred 
  • Able to work in a dynamic and fast paced environment across multiple levels of our organization 
  • Proven experience managing multiple aspects of a project lifecycle with particular interest in areas that are relevant to the successful delivery of POCs; Producing streamlined business requirements, writing technical specs, testing software, and managing interaction with internal business stakeholders
  • Technical background and good understanding of technical concepts. Comfort with SQL, data modelling, and all aspects of the software development lifecycle 
  • Strong problem-solving skills and analytic skills; strategic mindset 
  • Excellent communication skills 
  • Demonstrated track record of independently delivering successful projects 

CRM / SalesForce Marketing Data Analyst
Norwalk, Connecticut, United States
DIRECT HIRE
  • TERMS: direct hire

Our direct client, a well-established leader and fast-growing company in a thriving industry, seeks an experienced CRM Analyst to join their growing team.   The CRM Analyst serves as the subject matter expert for customer data and database insights for the company and is responsible for using data-driven insights to achieve measurable marketing results. Supports the planning of all aspects of our cross-channel marketing campaigns with a specific focus on database segmentation and analysis to support retention and new customer acquisition, Provides reporting and actionable insights to improve  marketing campaign performance and customer journey touches through KPI setting/tracking, A/B testing, journey building, and ongoing optimization of segmentation strategies. Accountable for helping better understand our customers and key performance metrics in order to deliver more effective, personalized communications and drive growth.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:  

  • Develop strategies to leverage guest insights for actionable improvements in our marketing campaigns and the customer journey. 
  • Assist with detailed results reporting and analytics. Analyze results across housefile brochure marketing and new customer acquisition efforts, conducting the backend response & ROI analysis. Analyze reports to provide actionable insights to the broader marketing team. 
  • Support development and execution of housefile circulation plans, brochure planning, matrices and multi-channel plans.
  • Support efforts to improve segmentation and optimization of lists. 
  • Evaluate A/B test results to translate results into insights and recommendations (i.e., audience, offer, creative, timing, retention, cross-sell etc.)
  • Support acquisition programs including assisting with direct mail customer acquisition efforts, the largest driver of new clients
  • With support from external agencies, continually test and refine channels, strategies, and tactics to improve conversion rates and cost per acquisition. Monitor weekly pacing and performance, making adjustments to optimize. 
  • Uncover opportunities for growth and optimization by testing hypotheses, and analyzing marketing tactics. 
  • Work closely with the Business Analytics team and the IT department to identify required data for forecasting/reporting and to support the Marketing Team’s data infrastructure needs. 

SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS:  

  • 7+ years relevant experience
  • Exceptional teamwork skills; ability to interact and contribute effectively with others in a fast-paced, collaborative team atmosphere 
  • Ability to organize and multi-task while completing projects to meet deadlines with a strong attention to detail   
  • Savvy with analytics, reporting and funnel development; considered an Excel and data guru by your peers 
  • A self-starter and someone that likes to take control of the reigns 
  • Detail oriented, organized, and strong communication skills – both verbal and written
  • Experience with the following is advantageous: SQL, Google Analytics, Salesforce (Marketing, Sales, and Service Clouds), Tableau 
  • Passion for marketing; love of travel a plus! 
Note this position requires 1-3 days a week onsite working with the team at headquarters in the Norwalk CT office.    

Cloud Support and Operations Director- Long-term Contract - Hybrid
Montvale, New Jersey, United States
CONTRACT
  • TERMS: contract
Cloud Support and Operations Director - Long-term Contract - Hybrid For our direct client in Northern NJ we seek a dynamic, driven Cloud Support and Operations Director to lead the cloud support team. This  role is perfect for a pro-active, hands-on leader with a proven track record of managing Azure and AWS cloud environments supporting large custom applications deployed globally. The ideal candidate will bring a blend of technical expertise, leadership skills, and a collaborative spirit to drive operational excellence and support innovation across our client's organization. Responsibilities: **Leadership and Management:** - Manage a large support managed service contract with 100+ onshore/offshore resources, fostering a culture of excellence, accountability, and continuous improvement. Develop and mentor the team, supporting career growth and skill development. **Cloud Environment Management:** - Oversee the operation and support of our cloud environments, primarily Azure with some AWS, ensuring high availability, performance, and security of enterprise applications. **Strategic Collaboration:** - Work closely with development, infrastructure, security, and business teams to ensure seamless operation and support of applications. Drive cross-departmental initiatives to improve efficiency and effectiveness of support services. -Run and support Regional Azure Regional and we assist overseas subsidiaries in running theirs when they have issues.     Developing a support and cost-recovery model to provide this necessary support.  **Problem Solving:** - Act as the escalation point for critical support issues, leading problem resolution efforts and ensuring timely and effective communication with stakeholders. **Continuous Improvement:** - Identify and implement improvements in processes, tools, and technologies to enhance operational efficiency and support capabilities. **Compliance and Best Practices:** - Ensure adherence to industry standards and compliance requirements. Champion best practices in cloud management and support. Experience Desired: - 15+ years’ experience with minimum last 5 years in a leadership role.  - Significant hands-on experience in managing cloud environments, specifically Azure, with some AWS exposure.  Experience leading internal and managed-service support teams. - Proven record of running Support and Operations for a large enterprise suite of products deployed globally. **Certifications:** - Azure certifications highly regarded; AWS certifications are a plus. **Skills:** - Exceptional leadership and communication skills, with the ability to manage cross-functional teams and initiatives. Strong problem-solving skills and a track record of operational excellence in supporting large-scale applications. **Ambition:** - Demonstrated history of ambition and self-driven success in cloud operations and support. **Education:** - Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field preferred. What We Offer: - Opportunity to lead and shape the support operations of a global Azure enterprise environment. - A supportive, ambitious, and collaborative team culture. - Professional development opportunities and career growth. - Competitive compensation and benefits package This is a long-term (12 mo +) contract opportunity, 3 days/week onsite (Tues-Wed-Thurs) in the Montvale NJ office, 2 days from home.   Good longer-term opportunity for contract-to-hire also, if mutually desired.   Immediate interview and hire - send resume today for immediate consideration!