Technical Project Manager – FinTech (Trading Domain)
About Us:
At Tradelab Technologies, we engineer the future of finance. From high-speed trading platforms
to intelligent risk systems, we build next-gen technology solutions that power leading financial
institutions globally. Based in Bengaluru, we combine deep domain knowledge with software
craftsmanship to solve some of the most complex challenges in FinTech.
If you're excited by the intersection of finance and technology, and you're ready to lead high-
impact projects with autonomy and influence — this is your opportunity.
What We Expect:
The Role:
We’re looking for an experienced and driven Senior Project Manager to independently lead strategic
projects in the trading and capital markets domain. This role is designed for someone who thrives in
client-facing environments, has a solid grip on software delivery in trading systems, and can bridge
business requirements with technical execution — confidently and independently.
- 8+ years of project management experience, with at least 5 years in a trading platform
environment.
- Proven track record in client-facing roles, including requirement gathering, expectation
management, and solution alignment.
- Strong understanding of SOW structuring, commercial terms, and delivery contracts.
- Ability to analyse client requirements for technical feasibility and prioritize features based on
business value and effort.
- Familiarity with trading protocols (FIX), market data flows, OMS/EMS, and post-trade workflows.
- Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and leadership skills — you can manage up,
down, and across.
- Certifications like PMP, CSM, PMI-ACP, or Agile Coach credentials are a plus.What You Will Do:
- Independently manage end-to-end delivery of FinTech projects — from initial scope
definition to go-live.
- Evaluate feasibility of incoming client requirements — analyze scope, assess risks, and
align with engineering leads for accurate estimations.
- Drive Agile delivery across multiple squads — ensuring quality, velocity, and adaptability.
- Collaborate with product managers, developers, QA, DevOps, and architects for seamless
execution.
- Own project delivery from start to finish — manage scope, timelines, resources, and risk.
- Manage key client relationships, gather requirements, and ensure alignment throughout
the project lifecycle.
- Drive the creation, review, and execution of Statements of Work (SOWs) — defining
deliverables, dependencies, and budgets.
- Conduct feasibility analysis for incoming client requirements and coordinate with tech
leads for impact estimation.
- Ensure on-time delivery of project milestones, proactively tracking progress and resolving
blockers.
- Maintain high quality standards — enforce review processes, testing gates, and best
practices throughout development.
- Oversee deployment planning and execution, ensuring production rollouts happen
smoothly, securely, and with minimal downtime.
- Mitigate risks, manage dependencies, and escalate roadblocks when needed — always
staying ahead of delivery curveballs.
- Apply Agile methodologies to drive iterative development and continuous improvement.
- Manage stakeholder expectations and keep communication channels active, transparent,
and forward-looking.
- Mentor junior PMs and contribute to refining delivery frameworks within the organization.
Must-Have Skills:
- 8+ years of project management experience, with at least 5 years in a trading platform
environment.
- Proven track record in client-facing roles, including requirement gathering, expectation
management, and solution alignment.
- Strong understanding of SOW structuring, commercial terms, and delivery contracts.
- Ability to analyse client requirements for technical feasibility and prioritize features based on
business value and effort.
- Familiarity with trading protocols (FIX), market data flows, OMS/EMS, and post-trade workflows.
- Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and leadership skills — you can manage up,
down, and across.
Nice-to-Have Skills:
- Certifications like PMP, CSM, PMI-ACP, or Agile Coach credentials are a plus.Why Join Us?
- Domain Depth: Tackle real-world challenges in capital markets, algo trading, and financial data
platforms.
- Intelligent Teams: Work with top-tier engineers, architects, and FinTech veterans.
- Energizing Work Environment: In-office collaboration with a start-up feel and enterprise-grade
problems.
- Global Projects: Deliver solutions that are used by trading desks and financial institutions
worldwide.
- Leadership Path: Clear career growth into program management or portfolio leadership.
- Perks & Benefits: Competitive salary + performance-based bonuses, Health insurance, Training
programs and certification sponsorship, Free Catered meals, coffee, tea etc, Knowledge-sharing
sessions, tech talks, and team-building events.
