Company Description

Building the bank of tomorrow takes more than skills. 
It means combining our differences to imagine, discuss, code, develop, test, learn- and celebrate every step together. Share our vibes? Join Swissquote to unleash your potential.

We are the Swiss Leader in Online Banking and we provide trading, investing and banking services to +500-000 clients through our performant and secured digital platforms.

Our +1000 employees work in a flexible way, without dress code and in multicultural teams. 
By having a huge impact on the industry, they are growing their skills portfolio and boosting their career in a fast-pace environment

We are all in at Swissquote. As an equal opportunity employer, we welcome candidates from all backgrounds, experiences and perspectives to join our team and contribute to our shared success.

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Join our 240 software engineers to challenge the code and bring your expertise on cutting-edge Fintech projects such as eTrading, eForex, cryptocurrencies,the Yuh appand more.
Our Tech stack is 100% Cobol free! See: Java, Spring, Hibernate, JavaScript, TypeScript, React, Docker, Kubernetes... and we always try to find the best tools for the right needs.
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Job Description

As a Technical Project Manager within Cards Software Engineering team, you will play a key role in driving the success of both ongoing and upcoming projects. Your ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams and external partners, combined with your technical insights, will ensure that we continue delivering high-quality, efficient, and innovative solutions.

In this role, you will work closely with Software Engineers, IT, product conception, business, and operational teams to define, build, and deliver technical solutions aligned with the company-s strategic goals. You will be the primary point of contact for external partners, managing integrations, overseeing compliance with their requirements, and ensuring internal alignment with the project vision and roadmap.

Your Daily Responsibilities Will Include:

• Project & Stakeholder Management

  • Collaborating with internal teams and external partners to clarify business needs, define technical solutions, and manage the full project lifecycle.
  • Managing project delivery end-to-end, identifying risks early, and ensuring transparent communication with all stakeholders.
  • Acting as the main contact point with external partners, mastering their documentation, tracking their technical announcements, and ensuring the team remains fully compliant.

• Requirements & Technical Preparation

  • Preparing project requirements, specifications, user stories, tasks, and mockups to support clear and efficient delivery.
  • Translating business needs into actionable technical specifications and ensuring alignment between engineering and business teams.

• Execution & Delivery

  • Providing hands-on project management and coordination across software development teams.
  • Monitoring the production environment, identifying areas for improvement, and driving initiatives to enhance stability and performance.
  • Supporting the team with Level 3 troubleshooting while continuously seeking ways to optimize processes and reduce operational friction.

• Quality & Documentation

  • Ensuring comprehensive, up-to-date documentation is maintained for all projects, integrations, and solutions.
  • Promoting best practices in delivery, testing, and knowledge sharing to support scalable and sustainable development.

Qualifications

• Experience: 

  • At least 5 years of experience in a similar role, ideally within banking, cards systems, or financial technology environments.
  • Proven track record of delivering complex technical projects involving multiple stakeholders and external partners.

• Analytical & Problem-solving Skills:

  • Strong analytical abilities with a demonstrated capacity to assess risks, resolve issues, and improve processes.
  • Experience preparing project requirements, functional specifications, and technical documentation.

• Project Management Expertise: Solid understanding of software project management in agile methodologies, with experience in leading complex technical projects.

  • Solid understanding of software project management within Agile methodologies.
  • Experience coordinating cross-functional teams and managing full project lifecycles in technical environments.

• Technical Skills:

  • Practical knowledge of SQL, QA processes
  • Familiarity with Java code or the willingness to learn it to a level sufficient for reading and understanding code.
  • Experience with API integration and troubleshooting, as well supporting team with testing

• Communication: Excellent written and verbal communication skills, comfortable with both technical and non-technical audiences.

  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
  • Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to act as a bridge between business, engineering, and external partners.

• Languages: 

  • Fluent in English.
  • Proficiency in French is a strong plus.

Key Traits for Success:

• Proactive Leadership: You take ownership and responsibility for your projects, ensuring that you are always ahead of potential challenges and issues.
• Problem Solver: You are comfortable troubleshooting complex technical issues and finding practical solutions.
• Team-Oriented: You understand the importance of collaboration and alignment across teams, ensuring that all parties are working toward the same goals.
• Continuous Learner: You are constantly looking to improve your technical and management skills to stay ahead in the field and help your team evolve.
• Detail-Oriented: Whether it's project timelines, technical specifications, or stakeholder expectations, you're meticulous about getting the details right.