Technical Project Manager

Charles Schwab•Austin, TX

28d•Onsite

About The Position

At Schwab, you're empowered to make an impact on your career. Here, innovative thought meets creative problem solving, helping us “challenge the status quo” and transform the finance industry together. We believe in the importance of in-office collaboration and fully intend for the selected candidate for this role to work on site in the specified location(s). Schwab Technology Services enables the future of how clients manage their money by providing innovative and reliable technology products and services as a part of our ongoing commitment to democratize access to investing and financial planning. The IT Project Manager in Retirement Plan Services Engineering plays a critical role in planning, coordinating, and delivering technology initiatives that support Schwab's modernization strategy. This position ensures projects are executed on time, within scope, and aligned with business priorities. The IT PM will partner with engineering leaders, product owners, and stakeholders to drive project governance, manage risks, and enable successful delivery of modernization efforts. This role would also be responsible for Test coordination, planning, defect management & Quality Assurance, Drive continuous improvement in testing processes, Stakeholder Communication & Reporting, Mentor and guide QA engineers and testers.This role offers enterprise-level visibility, exposure to strategic programs, and opportunities to influence Schwab's digital transformation. Candidates will work in a collaborative environment, leveraging Agile/SAFe practices and modern project management tools to support initiatives focused on automation, cloud adoption, and operational excellence.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Project Management, Business Administration, or a related field
8+ years of progressive experience in IT project management within enterprise environments
5+ years experience managing technology projects involving modernization, cloud adoption, or large-scale system implementations
Proven experience working in Agile/SAFe frameworks, facilitating ceremonies, and driving iterative delivery
Strong background in risk management, governance, and stakeholder communication
Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and modernization concepts
Understanding of DevOps principles, CI/CD pipelines, and automation practices
Proficiency with project management tools (Jira, Rally, MS Project) and reporting dashboards
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
Exposure to collaboration platforms like Confluence, SharePoint, and Teams
Hands-on experience with test management tools (e.g., Jira, Rally, Azure DevOps, TestRail) and defect tracking systems

Nice To Haves

Experience managing technology projects involving modernization, cloud adoption, or large-scale system implementations.
Advanced Project Management and Test coordination Expertise
PMP, SAFe Agilist, Certified ScrumMaster (CSM), ISTQB, CSTE Certified ScrumMaster (CSM) or SAFe Agilist for Agile/SAFe environments
Ability to manage complex, multi-workstream technology projects with enterprise impact
Skilled in balancing scope, schedule, and budget while maintaining quality standards
Experience facilitating Agile ceremonies and driving adoption of SAFe practices across teams
Familiarity with modernization concepts, including cloud migration, API integration, and DevOps practices
Working knowledge of CI/CD pipelines and automation tools
Exceptional ability to influence and negotiate with senior stakeholders
Skilled in creating clear, concise project documentation and executive-level reporting
Expertise in identifying risks, managing dependencies, and ensuring compliance with governance frameworks