Project Director
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Project Director
finastra· IN1 Finastra Software Solutions (India) Private Limited
About this role
Who are we?
At Finastra, we’re a global leader in financial services software, dedicated to expanding access to financial services and shaping what’s next for the industry. Our technology powers mission‑critical solutions across Lending, Payments and Universal Banking, supporting over 7,000 customers, including 80% of the world’s top 50 banks, in more than 110 countries.
Responsibilities & Deliverables:
Job Description
Software Development Project Director (TP5)
Job Level: TP5 – Senior Technical Program Director
Department: Technology / Engineering
Location: Flexible
Reports To: Head of Technical Program Management & Governance
Role Overview
The Software Development Project Director (TP5) is a senior-level Technical Program Director responsible for leading complex, cross-functional software development programs. This role requires deep experience in orchestrating enterprise-scale initiatives, strong technical acumen, and the ability to drive alignment across engineering, product, architecture, and business teams.
At the TP5 level, the individual operates with significant autonomy, owns high-impact programs end-to-end, improves organizational delivery processes, and influences technical and business decisions across multiple teams.
Director PMO & Governance Profile Summary
A strategic leader responsible for enterprise governance, portfolio oversight, risk management, compliance, and transformation execution. Drives operational excellence through standardized reporting, data-driven decision making, Agile and AI-enabled delivery practices, modernization governance, and effective stakeholder alignment while ensuring successful execution of strategic business objectives.
Key Skills & Qualifications – Director, PMO & Governance
Leadership & Strategic Management
- Proven experience leading enterprise PMO, governance, and transformation initiatives across large, complex organizations.
- Strong executive presence with the ability to influence senior leadership, stakeholders, and cross-functional teams.
- Demonstrated success driving strategic planning, portfolio management, and organizational transformation programs.
- Experience leading geographically distributed teams, contractors, vendors, and external partners.
Program & Portfolio Governance
- Expertise in enterprise program, portfolio, and project management methodologies.
- Strong governance, risk management, and compliance leadership experience.
- Proven ability to establish PMO frameworks, reporting standards, KPIs, dashboards, and executive-level governance processes.
- Experience managing large-scale modernization, digital transformation, cloud migration, and technology initiatives.
Risk, Compliance & Audit Management
- Deep understanding of regulatory, audit, and compliance frameworks including SOC, PCI, cybersecurity, and operational risk management.
- Experience leading enterprise audits, remediation programs, and governance reviews.
- Ability to identify, assess, and mitigate enterprise risks while ensuring business continuity and operational resilience.
Operational Excellence
- Expertise in operational reporting, business metrics, performance management, and data-driven decision making.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to translate complex data into actionable executive insights.
- Experience implementing continuous improvement initiatives that drive efficiency, quality, and cost optimization.
Technology & Engineering Governance
- Understanding of software development lifecycle (SDLC), Agile methodologies, DevOps, release management, and modern engineering practices.
- Experience governing large-scale technology modernization programs, cloud initiatives, AI adoption, and automation strategies.
- Knowledge of disaster recovery, business continuity, cybersecurity, and technology risk management principles.
Stakeholder & Vendor Management
- Exceptional communication, facilitation, and executive reporting skills.
- Proven success managing strategic vendor partnerships, contracts, statements of work (SOWs), and delivery governance.
- Ability to align business, product, engineering, operations, risk, and compliance stakeholders toward common objectives.
Preferred Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Business, Information Technology, Engineering, or related field; Master's degree preferred.
- PMP, PMP, PMI-ACP, SAF, ITIL, Scrum, CISSP, CRISC, or equivalent certifications preferred.
- 10-15+ years of progressive leadership experience in PMO, program management, governance, technology delivery, or related functions.
- Experience managing enterprise portfolios, regulatory programs, modernization initiatives, and executive-level reporting in a software, financial services, or technology organization.
We are proud to offer a range of incentives to our employees worldwide. These benefits are available to everyone, regardless of grade, and reflect the values we stand for:
Flexibility: Enjoy unlimited vacation, subject to local regulations and business priorities. Benefit from hybrid working arrangements and inclusive policies such as paid time off for voting, bereavement, and sick leave.
Well‑being: Access confidential one‑to‑one support through our Employee Assistance Program, connect with our network of Wellbeing Champions and Gather Groups, and take part in monthly events and initiatives designed to help you thrive—inside and outside of work.
Health & Financial Security: Medical, life and disability insurance, retirement plans, lifestyle, and other benefits.*
Sustainability: Paid time off for volunteering and donation‑matching opportunities to support causes that matter to you.
Inclusion: Get involved in our inclusion communities, such as Count Me In, Culture@Finastra, Proud@Finastra, Disabilities@Finastra, and Women@Finastra—open to everyone who wants to participate and contribute.
Career Development: Access online learning and accredited courses through our Skills & Career Navigator tool.
Recognition: Take part in our global recognition program, Finastra Celebrates, and share your voice through regular employee surveys that help shape our culture and ways of working.
*Specific benefits may vary by location.
At Finastra, each individual is unique—bringing their own ideas, perspectives, cultural backgrounds, and experiences. We learn from one another, value what makes us different, and create an environment where everyone feels included, supported, and able to be their authentic selves.
Be unique. Be exceptional. Help us make a difference at Finastra.
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This is listed as a Full time position. It is posted as a Project Director role in the IN1 Finastra Software Solutions (India) Private Limited department at finastra.
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Project Director
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