IT Project Manager

As passionate about our people as we are about our mission.

What We’re All About:

Q2 is proud of delivering our mobile banking platform and technology solutions, globally, to more than 22 million end users across our 1,300 financial institutions and fintech clients.  At Q2, our mission is simple: Build strong, diverse communities by strengthening their financial institutions. We accomplish that by investing in the communities where both our customers and employees serve and live.

What Makes Q2 Special?

Q2 is looking for a driven and results-oriented individual who is passionate about driving change and making an impact. If you have a strong background in software engineering, with experience in Cloud, Service Reliability, or IT Infrastructure and a proven track record of success in project management, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity. Join us and be a part of the team that is revolutionizing the way we move the world.

We are seeking an experienced IT Project Manager to lead our project team in delivering complex, high-impact initiatives. This individual will be responsible for managing the full project lifecycle from initiation through delivery, ensuring successful completion within scope, schedule, and budget. As part of the role, there is flexibility to take on additional program management responsibilities when needed, supporting broader strategic initiatives.

The successful candidate will bring a strong background in project management, a thorough understanding of Waterfall, SCRUM, and/or Hybrid frameworks, and at least 5 years of experience in leading projects in a fast-paced, technology-driven environment.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Utilize your strong project management skills to ensure projects are completed on time, within budget, and meet quality standards.
• Manage stakeholder relationships, ensuring clear communication of project status, risks, and key issues.
• Drive the adoption and effective implementation of both SCRUM and Waterfall methodologies to ensure a smooth project execution process.
• Ability to effectively lead to successful resolution complex issues/projects on a regular basis; oversees large projects requiring the use of complex project management skills and excellent soft skills.
• Facilitate project planning sessions, develop detailed project plans, and track progress against milestones.
• Actively manage risks and issues, developing mitigation strategies to address potential roadblocks.
• Uphold company values and standards, promoting a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
• Prepare and present reports to senior management on project status, performance, and future plans.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant regulations, laws, and safety standards.
• Foster a positive and inclusive work environment, promoting teamwork and open communication.

EXPERIENCE AND KNOWLEDGE:

• 5+ years of project management experience with a proven track record of success, along with typically a Bachelor’s degree in a related field (e.g., Computer Science, Business Administration).
• 2+ years with a technical background in software engineering, systems analyst, systems architecture, platform services, DevOps, or related experience.
• Strong knowledge and hands-on experience with SCRUM, Waterfall, and Hybrid project management framework.
• Experience leading projects with technical and non-technical teams, experience defining, documenting, and providing guidance on processes.
• Proven success working with all levels of leadership/management, experience developing and maintaining partnerships with third-party resources.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, excellent presentation skills.
• Experience administration and configuring Jira, MS Project, Confluence, PowerBI, Excel, or similar tools.
• Ability to work in a dynamic, fast-paced environment and manage multiple priorities and complex technical systems.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Master's Degree in a related field (e.g., Computer Science, Business Administration)
• PMP, ScrumMaster, or equivalent certifications.
• Experience managing complex software projects in areas such as Cloud, IT Infrastructure, and Service Reliability.
• Strong knowledge of project management and agile tools (e.g., Jira, Azure DevOps, Trello, etc.).

This position requires fluent written and oral communication in English.

Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.

Health & Wellness

• Hybrid Work Opportunities

• Flexible Time Off 

• Career Development & Mentoring Programs 

• Health & Wellness Benefits, including competitive health insurance offerings and generous paid parental leave for eligible new parents 

• Community Volunteering & Company Philanthropy Programs 

• Employee Peer Recognition Programs – “You Earned it”

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How We Give Back to the Community:

You can learn more about our Q2 Spark Program, Q2 Philanthropy fund, and our employee volunteering programs on our Q2 Community page. Q2 supports dozens of wide-reaching organizations, such as the African American Leadership Institute, and The Trevor Project, promoting diversity and success in leadership and technology. Other deserving beneficiaries include Resource Center helping LGBTQ communities, JDRF, and Homes for our Troops, a group helping veterans rebuild their lives with specially adapted homes.

At Q2, our goal is to be a diverse and inclusive workforce that fosters mutual respect for our employees and the communities we serve. Q2 is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status.

Applicants in California or Washington State may not be exempt from federal and state overtime requirements