Blockstream

Senior Project Manager, Delivery

Zurich, SwitzerlandFull-timeGlobal

📊 Mid🏠 On-site

Job Description

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You will define client solution needs, translate requirements into executable delivery plans, and lead end-to-end implementations for complex enterprise engagements. You will manage multi-workstream programs, coordinate dependencies across Engineering, Product, Integration, vendors, and client teams, and drive risk management and program governance. You will plan go-lives, coordinate testing and operational readiness, and ensure smooth handover to long-term operations while providing clear executive reporting to stakeholders.

Requirements

●7–12 years of experience in enterprise delivery leadership, program management, or project management within banking, financial services, fintech, or technology infrastructure
●Proven leadership in building and managing high-performing teams and stakeholder management
●Proven success delivering large-scale, complex, multi-system solutions in regulated environments
●Experience across banking, custody, payments, or capital markets
●Leadership of cross-functional teams spanning Engineering, Product, Integration, and external partners
●Deep understanding of delivery governance, dependency management, risk control, and operational readiness
●Strong familiarity with cloud, hybrid deployments, DevOps, and CI/CD-driven execution
●Familiarity with agile, hybrid, and waterfall delivery models
●Exceptional communication, organization, stakeholder management, and execution skills
●Self-starter with ability to work across multiple teams and geographies
●Languages: Swiss German, German, and English required; French highly preferred for Geneva market; Italian a plus
●Location: Switzerland, with focus on Zurich and Geneva

Responsibilities

●Build, mentor, and lead a high-performing delivery team
●Own end-to-end solution delivery lifecycle for complex client engagements
●Partner with clients and Commercial teams during pre-sales and deal shaping
●Translate solution requirements into executable delivery plans
●Plan and manage multi-workstream delivery programs
●Establish project governance, reporting frameworks, and execution rhythms
●Act as senior delivery authority and escalation point for assigned programs
●Validate feasibility and execution approach with Architecture, Integration, Product, and Engineering
●Lead resource allocation, vendor coordination, and dependency management
●Track progress against milestones, budgets, and delivery commitments
●Identify deviations early and implement corrective actions
●Drive operational readiness and transition to run, including testing and go-live planning
●Ensure solutions meet contractual, regulatory, and operational commitments
●Provide executive-level reporting to internal leadership and client stakeholders
●Drive continuous improvement across delivery processes, frameworks, and tooling

Tech Stack

SLACI/CDoperational readinessproject managementWaterfallrisk managementCapital marketscustodyagilepayments