Project Manager, Scrum Master – Murex, Risk Technology

Role Overview

• Drive end‑to‑end delivery of high‑profile front‑office programs, acting as the primary liaison between Traders, Sales, Quants, Risk Managers, and Technology teams
• Manage cross‑asset technology roadmaps, ensuring complex trading workflows for OTC products and derivatives are optimized and compliant
• Act as the central point of contact for stakeholders, translating high‑level business vision into actionable project milestones
• Lead core Scrum ceremonies (daily stand‑ups, sprint planning, retrospectives, and demos) to maintain high‑velocity delivery
• Manage and prioritize the product backlog in Jira/Confluence, balancing front‑office immediate needs with long‑term architectural stability
• Implement Agile best practices while maintaining rigorous alignment with PMO governance standards, including RAID logs, milestone tracking, and audit‑ready documentation
• Oversee the execution of Murex‑specific initiatives, focusing on FO trading modules, market data integration, pricing engines, and trade capture flows
• Drive the delivery of advanced risk capabilities, including Market Risk (VaR, Greeks, Sensitivities, Stress Testing) and Credit Risk (PFE, CVA, Counterparty Exposure)
• Coordinate the configuration of complex data dependencies, such as yield curves, volatility surfaces, and risk factor setups in collaboration with Murex configuration teams
• Translate complex requirements into detailed functional specifications for booking, validation, and workflow routing
• Ensure seamless FO–MO–BO (Front‑to‑Back) handoffs and robust integration with downstream P&L, collateral management, and regulatory reporting platforms
• Manage pre‑trade risk check implementations and real‑time risk engine updates
• Lead comprehensive cross‑functional testing cycles, including SIT, UAT, and regression testing for Murex streams and risk engines
• Oversee production release management, including deployment readiness, issue triage, and post‑go‑live stabilization
• Ensure all integration layers are validated, stable, and production‑ready to support 24/5 global trading.

Requirements

• 12+ years of technology project delivery within a Foreign Investment Bank or similar Tier‑1 financial institution
• Proven track record of managing multi‑stream programs, demonstrating high‑level accountability
• Certified Scrum Master (CSM) or equivalent certification
• Expert‑level proficiency with Agile toolsets (Jira, Confluence, Azure DevOps)
• Deep knowledge of Derivatives, OTC, FX, Rates, Credit, and Equities
• Hands‑on experience with Murex (FO modules, Datamart, or Simulation)
• Solid understanding of regulatory‑driven risk enhancements and Basel III/IV frameworks
• Ability to engage with developers and quants on technical design, data mapping, and API integrations
• Ability to balance the flexibility of Agile with the structured reporting required by traditional PMO governance
• Exceptional communication skills to engage with high‑pressure trading desks and senior executives
• Strong skills for root cause resolution during complex Murex deployments and incident management
• Ability to ensure all technology solutions are scalable and align with the bank's long‑term strategic architecture.

Tech Stack

• Azure

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage to employees and dependents
• 401(k) plan with a generous employer match
• Employee stock purchase plan
• Generous Paid Time Off policy
• Paid parental leave and adoption assistance
• Free annual health screenings and coaching
• On-site workshops
• Ongoing programs recognizing major events in the lives of employees