Technical Project Manager - Trading Technology
Hudson River Trading · New York, NY
- On site
- Full-time
- $250,000 / year
- New York, NY
Job highlights
- Manage trading technology projects for HRT.
- Collaborate with engineers on system improvements.
- Drive projects impacting trading operations.
- Ensure reliability and scalability of systems.
- Requires strong technical and organizational skills.
About the role
Technical Project Manager - Trading Technology
Hudson River Trading (HRT) is seeking a Technical Project Manager to join our Trading Technology team. In this role, you’ll drive initiatives that strengthen the performance, reliability, and scalability of HRT’s global trading systems, collaborating with highly skilled engineers and cross-functional partners to deliver projects that directly impact our trading operations and technology strategy.
This is a high-impact role at the intersection of technology and trading. The ideal candidate will leverage their technical expertise, organizational skills, and deep understanding of complex distributed systems to ensure our infrastructure and trading platforms continue to perform at world-class levels.
Responsibilities
- Partner with engineering teams to define project scope, milestones, and delivery goals for low-latency trading systems, networking, and compute initiatives
- Identify and manage project dependencies across multiple engineering teams, ensuring alignment between software, hardware, and trading operations
- Drive execution of technical projects regarding market connectivity, real-time data systems, and trading platform reliability
- Translate technical discussions into actionable plans and manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment
- Track progress and provide transparent reporting on timelines, risks, and deliverables using tools such as Jira and internal dashboards
- Refine engineering workflows, deployment processes, and release coordination for critical production systems
- Facilitate communication across trading, research, and infrastructure groups to ensure timely delivery and operational readiness of new technologies
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in computer science, engineering, or a related technical field; or equivalent industry experience
- Proven experience leading software development or infrastructure projects in high-performance, low-latency, or real-time environments
- Comprehensive understanding of systems design and the trading technology stack—including networking, market data, compute infrastructure, and trading lifecycle considerations—preferred
- Strong analytical skills and meticulous attention to detail
- Ability to grasp complex technical concepts and provide strategic problem-solving and process improvement suggestions
- Excellent communication and coordination skills, with the ability to bridge technical and non-technical teams
- Comfort working in a Linux environment, with experience using the command line and familiarity with scripting or programming languages
- Understanding of project management methodologies and tools
Compensation & Benefits
The estimated base salary range for this position is 150,000 to 250,000 USD per year (or local equivalent). The base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. This role will also be eligible for discretionary performance-based bonuses and a competitive benefits package.
Culture
Hudson River Trading (HRT) brings a scientific approach to trading financial products. We have built one of the world's most sophisticated computing environments for research and development. Our researchers are at the forefront of innovation in the world of algorithmic trading.
At HRT we welcome a variety of expertise: mathematics and computer science, physics and engineering, media and tech. We’re a community of self-starters who are motivated by the excitement of being at the cutting edge of automation in every part of our organization—from trading, to business operations, to recruiting and beyond. We value openness and transparency, and celebrate great ideas from HRT veterans and new hires alike. At HRT we’re friends and colleagues – whether we are sharing a meal, playing the latest board game, or writing elegant code. We embrace a culture of togetherness that extends far beyond the walls of our office.
Feel like you belong at HRT? Our goal is to find the best people and bring them together to do great work in a place where everyone is valued. HRT is proud of our diverse staff; we have offices all over the globe and benefit from our varied and unique perspectives. HRT is an equal opportunity employer; so whoever you are we’d love to get to know you.
Please be advised: Use of AI tools during interviews or assessments is strictly prohibited, unless otherwise instructed or agreed upon. We employ various methods to evaluate the authenticity of candidate responses. If we determine that AI assistance was used during any stage of the hiring process, we reserve the right to immediately disqualify your candidacy or rescind any job offers extended.
Key skills/competency
- Technical Project Management
- Trading Technology
- Low-latency Systems
- Software Development Lifecycle
- Infrastructure Projects
- Distributed Systems
- Agile Methodologies
- Jira
- Risk Management
- Stakeholder Communication
Skills & topics
- Technical Project Manager
- Trading Technology
- Project Management
- Software Development
- Infrastructure
- Low-latency Systems
- Agile
- Jira
- Finance
- Technology
How to get hired
- Tailor your resume: Highlight experience in high-performance, low-latency, or real-time environments and systems design, specifically mentioning trading technology if applicable.
- Showcase technical breadth: Emphasize your understanding of distributed systems, networking, market data, and compute infrastructure, along with Linux environment comfort.
- Demonstrate project leadership: Provide concrete examples of leading software development or infrastructure projects from scope definition to delivery, using tools like Jira.
- Articulate problem-solving: Prepare to discuss how you translate complex technical discussions into actionable plans and manage competing priorities effectively.
- Understand HRT's culture: Research their scientific approach to trading, focus on innovation, and collaborative, transparent environment to align your responses.
Technical preparation
Behavioral questions
Frequently asked questions
- What technical background is required for the Technical Project Manager role at Hudson River Trading?
- The Technical Project Manager role at Hudson River Trading requires a Bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering, or a related technical field, or equivalent industry experience. A comprehensive understanding of systems design and the trading technology stack, including networking, market data, compute infrastructure, and the trading lifecycle, is highly preferred.
- What are the key responsibilities of a Technical Project Manager at Hudson River Trading?
- Key responsibilities include partnering with engineering teams to define project scope for low-latency trading systems, identifying and managing inter-team dependencies, driving execution of technical projects related to market connectivity and trading platform reliability, refining engineering workflows, and facilitating communication across departments for timely delivery.
- Does Hudson River Trading use specific project management tools for the Technical Project Manager position?
- Yes, Hudson River Trading utilizes tools such as Jira for tracking progress and reporting on timelines, risks, and deliverables for technical projects. Familiarity with project management methodologies and tools is a required qualification.
- What is the expected salary range for the Technical Project Manager position at Hudson River Trading?
- The estimated base salary range for this Technical Project Manager position at Hudson River Trading is $150,000 to $250,000 USD per year. The final base pay will depend on factors such as location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The role is also eligible for performance-based bonuses and a benefits package.
- What is Hudson River Trading's stance on AI tools during the hiring process for the Technical Project Manager role?
- Hudson River Trading strictly prohibits the use of AI tools during interviews or assessments unless explicitly instructed or agreed upon. They employ methods to verify candidate responses and reserve the right to disqualify candidates or rescind offers if AI assistance is detected.
- What kind of environment can I expect as a Technical Project Manager at Hudson River Trading?
- You can expect a dynamic environment at Hudson River Trading that combines a scientific approach to trading with cutting-edge technology. It's a collaborative culture of self-starters focused on innovation, openness, and transparency, where employees are valued as friends and colleagues.
Similar roles
Open positions we recommend based on this role.