IT Project Manager

Open Positions Position: IT Project Manager Location: Naperville, IL Job Id: 354 # of Openings: 1 Overview As an IT Project Manager at ampliFI, this role is responsible for leading and managing cross‑functional projects that drive key business initiatives. The position collaborates with stakeholders across the organization to ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and aligned with business needs. The role serves as the primary point of contact for internal teams, clients, and vendors throughout the project lifecycle. This position requires strong time management, prioritization, and organizational skills to effectively manage multiple concurrent projects and competing deadlines. A deep understanding and application of agile delivery methodologies is required. Responsibilities Lead and manage IT projects using agile methodologies (Scrum, Kanban, etc.), ensuring successful delivery and client satisfaction. Facilitate agile ceremonies such as sprint planning, daily stand‑ups, sprint reviews, and retrospectives to ensure smooth project execution. Define project scope, goals, and deliverables in collaboration with stakeholders, ensuring alignment with business objectives. Work closely with business stakeholders to gather requirements, provide project updates, and ensure that the project outcomes align with business needs and goals. Develop and manage detailed project plans, including timelines, resources, budgets, and risk assessments, with a focus on agile principles. Manage multiple concurrent projects and priorities, applying strong time management and organizational skills to ensure deadlines, deliverables, and business objectives are met. Coordinate and oversee the day‑to‑day activities of cross‑functional project teams, ensuring tasks are completed according to schedule. Communicate project status, issues, and risks to senior management and stakeholders regularly, utilizing agile reporting tools. Facilitate the identification, analysis, and mitigation of project risks and issues, applying agile risk management techniques. Ensure adherence to project management best practices and agile methodologies throughout the project lifecycle. Manage project budgets, ensuring resource utilization and cost control. Collaborate with technical teams to ensure successful execution and resolution of any technical challenges. Oversee project documentation, ensuring proper tracking of requirements, deliverables, and milestones, in alignment with agile practices. Conduct post‑project evaluations to assess outcomes and identify areas for improvement. Essential Skills and Experience 5+ years of experience as an IT Project Manager, managing complex IT projects with a strong focus on agile delivery methodologies. Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Management Information Systems (MIS), Business Administration, or a related field. Proven experience leading projects using Agile frameworks (Scrum, Kanban, etc.), including managing product backlogs, sprints, and user stories. Strong proficiency in project management methodologies such as Agile, Scrum, and Waterfall. Experience in managing cross‑functional teams, including IT, business, and external stakeholders. Proven track record of delivering projects on time, within budget, and meeting business requirements. Excellent communication and leadership skills with the ability to interact with senior management and stakeholders. Strong problem‑solving skills and a proactive approach to project risk management. Familiarity with project management tools (e.g., Jira, Microsoft Project, etc.). Strong time management, organizational, and prioritization skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously while ensuring quality, consistency, and timely delivery. Preferred Skills and Experience PMP (Project Management Professional) or Scrum Master certification is a plus. Experience working in financial services, banking, or credit union industry is a plus. Experience working with cloud‑based platforms and integrations. Key Competencies and Attributes Demonstrates expertise in leading and managing IT projects using Agile methodologies, including Scrum and Kanban, to ensure successful delivery and alignment with business objectives. Effectively plans, coordinates, and oversees cross‑functional teams, managing project scope, timelines, resources, budgets, and risk throughout the project lifecycle while demonstrating strong time management and prioritization skills to successfully balance multiple concurrent projects and competing deadlines. Communicates clearly with stakeholders and senior management, providing regular updates on project status, risks, and issues while facilitating alignment and decision‑making. Applies strong problem‑solving and risk management skills, proactively identifying and mitigating issues to maintain project success. Maintains rigorous adherence to project management best practices, Agile principles, and organizational standards while driving continuous improvement and post‑project evaluations. Work Arrangement Based at ampliFI’s Naperville, IL Corporate office, this hybrid role requires onsite reporting Tuesday‑Thursday weekly. Physical Requirements This role involves sitting or standing for extended periods, using computers, phones, and other office equipment. Visual acuity and manual dexterity are needed for reading documents and handling materials. Occasional lifting of items up to 20 lbs. and frequent phone communication is required. Other Duties Duties, responsibilities, and activities are not all encompassing and may change at any time with or without notice. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to satisfactorily carry out each essential duty. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions. Compensation The salary range for this role is $95,000 to $105,000. Benefits and Perks Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance. Free life insurance and free short‑ & long‑term disability coverage. Tuition reimbursement. Employee assistance programs. Referral and bonus programs. 401(k) and 401(k) employer match. Special event celebrations. Remote capabilities. On‑site gym. Competitive pay plus 401(k) with employer match. Voluntary café plans, including voluntary life, accident, hospital, critical‑care, and parking/transit options. Paid time off, company holidays, and parental leave. Employee assistance program. Hybrid work environment with flexible hours. Onsite perks including gym access and snacks. Employee recognition programs celebrating milestones and achievements. Growth opportunities within a supportive, team‑oriented environment. EEO Statement ampliFI Loyalty Solutions embraces diversity and equal opportunity. We are committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills because we believe that the more inclusive we are, the greater impact we can make together. #J-18808-Ljbffr