Technical Project Manager, Puerto Rico Office
Full-timeJob Overview
Voleon is a technology company that applies state-of-the-art AI and machine learning techniques to real-world problems in finance. For nearly two decades, we have led our industry and worked at the frontier of applying AI/ML to investment management. We have become a multibillion-dollar asset manager, and we have ambitious goals for the future.
Your colleagues will include internationally recognized experts in artificial intelligence and machine learning research as well as highly experienced finance and technology professionals. The people who shape our company come from other backgrounds, including concert music performances, humanitarian aid, opera singing, sports writing, and BMX racing. You will be part of a team that loves to succeed together.
In addition to our enriching and collegial working environment, we offer highly competitive compensation and benefits packages, technology talks by our experts, a beautiful modern office, daily catered lunches, and more.
As a Technical Project Manager (TPM) and key member of the Program Management Office (PMO), you will partner with senior executives and global engineering teams to coordinate and deliver complex research and engineering (R&E) initiatives. You’ll drive alignment, execution, and visibility across our offshore R&E operations, helping scale our global footprint through structured coordination and effective program delivery.
This position is based out of our Puerto Rico office and represents a unique opportunity to shape the impact, scalability, and efficiency of our global R&E organization.
Voleon is a technology company that applies state-of-the-art AI and machine learning techniques to real-world problems in finance. For nearly two decades, we have led our industry and worked at the frontier of applying AI/ML to investment management. We have become a multibillion-dollar asset manager, and we have ambitious goals for the future.
Your colleagues will include internationally recognized experts in artificial intelligence and machine learning research as well as highly experienced finance and technology professionals. The people who shape our company come from other backgrounds, including concert music performances, humanitarian aid, opera singing, sports writing, and BMX racing. You will be part of a team that loves to succeed together.
In addition to our enriching and collegial working environment, we offer highly competitive compensation and benefits packages, technology talks by our experts, a beautiful modern office, daily catered lunches, and more.
As a Technical Project Manager (TPM) and key member of the Program Management Office (PMO), you will partner with senior executives and global engineering teams to coordinate and deliver complex research and engineering (R&E) initiatives. You’ll drive alignment, execution, and visibility across our offshore R&E operations, helping scale our global footprint through structured coordination and effective program delivery.
This position is based out of our Puerto Rico office and represents a unique opportunity to shape the impact, scalability, and efficiency of our global R&E organization.
Responsibilities
- Manage a portfolio of complex technical projects spanning regions, time zones, and cross-functional teams, ensuring seamless coordination and execution.
- Partner with Research and Engineering teams to understand business and technical requirements and translate them into clear project plans and deliverables.
- Shape and coordinate the offshore R&E roadmap and IP program, aligning priorities, managing resource allocation, tracking delivery milestones, and providing regular updates to senior management.
- Provide transparency into progress, dependencies, and risks for both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
- Embed with technical teams to promote Agile practices, drive continuous improvement, and foster a culture of accountability.
- Lead the end-to-end lifecycle of technical programs — from initiation and planning through launch and post-launch optimization.
- Design and implement repeatable processes and artifacts (e.g., roadmaps, schedule, dashboards) that enhance visibility and execution.
- Capture lessons learned and evolve best practices to continuously improve program delivery.
- Support recruitment, retention, and development of offshore R&E talent, contributing to a scalable and high-performing global organization.
Requirements
- 5+ years of professional experience, including 3+ years in technical project management.
- Proven success leading complex software development efforts across cross-functional and distributed teams.
- Demonstrated excellence in communication (written and verbal), coordination, and stakeholder management.
- Experience defining, implementing, and tracking KPIs/OKRs, dashboards, and executive reporting metrics.
- Strong judgment, problem-solving, and decision-making skills with the ability to influence without authority.
- Proven ability to operate independently across cross-border teams, demonstrating critical thinking and data-driven decision-making.
- Hands-on experience with Agile methodologies and Scrum practices.
- Proficiency in tools such as Jira, Confluence, or equivalent project management platforms.
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or a related STEM field.
- Experience managing distributed or offshore engineering teams (strongly preferred).
Preferred Qualifications
- Scrum Master certification (CSM or equivalent)
- Experience with Machine Learning or research-driven engineering programs
- Certifications such as PMP, CSPO, or PMI-ACP
- Familiarity with IP management or offshore program coordination (joanne: this one may not be necessary, as it's pretty specific)
“Friends of Voleon” Candidate Referral Program
If you have a great candidate in mind for this role and would like to have the potential to earn $7,500 if your referred candidate is successfully hired and employed by The Voleon Group, please use this form to submit your referral. For more details regarding eligibility, terms, and conditions, please make sure to review the Voleon Referral Bonus Program.
Equal Opportunity Employer
The Voleon Group is an Equal Opportunity employer. Applicants are considered without regard to race, color, religion, creed, national origin, age, sex, gender, marital status, sexual orientation and identity, genetic information, veteran status, citizenship, or any other factors prohibited by local, state, or federal law.
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