Technical Project Manager

Nordea is a leading Nordic universal bank.

Job ID: 8058

Would you like to take our processes to a whole new level? We are looking for an ambitious Release Manager to roll out our next-generation releases across Nordea.
At Nordea, we see that the world is changing fast – and we want to be one step ahead of the curve. That’s why we’re deeply committed to providing the financial solutions of tomorrow to our customers. We’re creating an agile environment where we experiment and grow together – and we need your ideas and unique background. With us, you’ll be in good company with a chance to make your mark on something bigger.
About this opportunity
Welcome to Release and Change Management team in Engineering System. We add value by securing that our releases are of high standard and our DevOps teams are equipped with all the tools and best practices needed to maintain best-in-class services for our customers. As a Technical Project Manager, you will be responsible for providing state-of-the-art release management execution processes that support speed and agility which will be key to the success of our DevOps strategy.
What you’ll be doing:
* Own and be fully responsible for the Release Management Execution for Projects in Nordea
* Develop and Improve the process so it remains relevant and aligned with Nordea DevOps strategy
* Plan, implement and maintain software release deployment pipelines for exciting digital banking solutions
* Introduce and drive Release Management Automation for Projects in Nordea
* Support development teams with CI/CD pipeline creations
* Drive the adoption and implementation of the release process across the bank
* Collaborate with our business, development, operations and infrastructure teams in defining purpose fit processes
* Gather insight from Release and Change Managers to develop and improve the process
* Provide training and coaching support to different teams in project
* Provide visibility to stakeholders, auditors and regulatory authorities when needed
* Ensure that the Release process is embedded in other delivery models (SDLC)
* Follow up and identify weak areas for improvement
* Define and continuously optimize our continuous integration/deployment pipelines and processes across both our legacy and new digital solutions
* Automate mundane activities throughout the delivery and deployment pipeline to ensure efficiency and reliability of our deployments
* Operate and facilitate systems and solutions, and support in incident resolutions as 3rd level support for in house developed release plugins

This is an opportunity for you to become a part of an enthusiastic, highly innovative and dedicated team, which generates great momentum from collaboration and a can-do no frills attitude.
You’ll join a vibrant self-organizing team where your ideas are always welcome, your contribution is always valued and you get all the support when you need it.
The role is primary based in Helsinki.
Who you are
Collaboration. Ownership. Passion. Courage. These are the values that guide us in being at our best – and that we imagine you share with us.
To build a successful career with us, you’ll work well with others and always act with the customer’s needs in mind. You love learning and trying new things, and you’re excited about bringing your ideas to the table. You’re honest and dependable, willing to speak up even when it’s difficult, and committed to empowering others. You’re passionate about doing a great job.
To make an impact in this role, you are also analytical, systematic and results oriented. You enjoy working in a global environment together with remote teams in different countries.
To succeed in this role, we believe that you are:
* Self-confident but humble
* Solution driven
* Initiative and innovative
* Able to understand the big picture
* Patient but persistent

Your experience and background:
* At least 3 years’ experience working in large company as a technical project manager
* Experience working in an agile DevOps setup
* Familiar with cloud technologies (AWS, MS Azure)
* Familiar with on-premise, SaaS, PaaS, IaaS setups
* Strong stakeholder management skills
* Confident working with Project Management tools. (Jira, Confluence)
* Experience working with ITSM tools (HELIX, ServiceNow, etc.)
* Excellent knowledge of ITIL and SAFe methodologies
* Knowledge of release orchestration tools will be an advantage (XL Release, Terraform, etc.)
* Fluency in written and spoken English

If this sounds like you, get in touch!
Next steps
Submit your application no later than 16/09/2022. For more information, you’re welcome to contact Usman Afzal,usman.afzal@nordea.com, +46 766976425 Head of Release Orchestration, Release and Change Management Engineering System.
At Nordea, we know that an inclusive workplace is a sustainable workplace. We deeply believe that our diverse backgrounds, culture, experiences, characteristics and traits make us better at serving customers and communities. So please come as you are.
For union information, please contact finansforbundet@nordea.se or SACONordea@nordea.com.