Director - Program Management

Director, Program Management

As Director - Program Management reporting to the Head of Platform Product Development, you'll play a critical role in orchestrating execution for the Capital Access Platforms (CAP) division's unified data platform initiative. You will directly manage a team of Product Owners, manage program delivery, and ensure alignment across product leadership, PMO and cross-functional teams.

You'll thrive in this position if you're strategic, collaborative, and passionate about driving large-scale, complex programs in a fast-paced, high-impact environment.

Key responsibilities

• Lead program execution and plan for Nasdaq's unified data platform product development, managing milestones, dependencies and delivery calendar.

• Establish and maintain program governance, including steering forums, executive reporting, risk and issue management, change control, and decision logs.

• Partner with the Head of Product Development to align strategy, track progress, drive backlog prioritization, and ensure delivery of critical program objectives.

• Directly manage and develop a team of 5 Product Owners, providing coaching, prioritization guidance, and accountability to drive results.

• Program manage the full product lifecycle, from strategic planning and roadmap development through launch, iteration, and continuous improvement.

Program Leadership & Governance

• Own the program plan, milestones, and delivery cadence for the unified data platform initiative.

• Establish program governance frameworks, program reporting, risk management processes and meeting cadences.

• Drive alignment across multiple product teams and stakeholders.

Team Management

• Directly manage five Product Owners (POs) responsible for backlog execution across platform components.

• Provide day-to-day guidance, coaching, and prioritization support for POs.

• Partner with Product Managers to ensure strategic priorities translate into actionable and prioritized initiatives and epics.

Strategic Alignment and Collaboration

• Present program status, metrics, and outcomes to executive leadership.

• Support the Head of Product in stakeholder updates through clear, actionable reporting and metrics.

• Manage relationships with key stakeholders across PMO, Engineering, Product, Operations and cross-functional partners.

• Partner with PMO leadership to align on delivery frameworks, tooling, and process standards for Product Owners and Product Managers.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business, computer science, or related field, or equivalent practical experience.

• 7+ years of program or project management experience in technology or financial services.

• Proven track record managing large-scale, multi-team programs in an Agile or Scrum environment.

• Strong ability to influence stakeholders and drive alignment across global, matrixed teams.

• Clear communicator with excellent organizational and prioritization skills, including executive presence and experience presenting to senior leadership.

Preferred Qualifications

• Advanced degree or professional certification (e.g., PMP, SAFe, Scrum Master).

• Experience in capital markets, fintech, or related industries.

• Familiarity with cloud-native data platforms and modern data stack technologies (e.g., Spark, Databricks). Understanding of modern data engineering fundamentals, including pipelines, ETL/ELT, data operations, and data lifecycle management.

This position will be located in Atlanta, Georgia and offers the opportunity for a hybrid work environment at least 3 days a week in-office, subject to change, providing flexibility and accessibility for qualified candidates.

Come as You Are

Nasdaq is an equal opportunity employer. We positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of age, color, disability, national origin, ancestry, race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, veteran status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable law.

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request an accommodation.

What We Offer

We're proud to offer a competitive rewards package that is meaningful, recognizes the unique needs of our employees and their families and incentivizes employees for their contribution to Nasdaq's overall success.

In addition to base salary, Nasdaq offers significant other compensation (annual bonus/commissions and equity), benefits, and opportunity for growth. Exact compensation may vary based on several job-related factors that are unique to each candidate, including but not limited to: skill set, experience, education/training, business needs and market demands.

Nasdaq's programs and rewards are intended to allow our employees to:

• Secure Wealth: 401(k) program with 6% employer match, Employee Stock Purchase Program with 15% discount, Student loan repayment program up to $10k, Company paid life and disability plans, Generous paid time off
• Prioritize Health: Comprehensive medical, dental and vision coverage, Health spending account with employer contribution, Paid flex days to support mental wellbeing, Gym membership discounts
• Care for Family: Hybrid home/office schedule (for most positions), Paid parental leave, Fertility benefits, Paid bereavement leave
• Connect with Community: Company gift matching program, Employee resource groups, Paid volunteer days
• Grow Career: Education Assistance Program, Robust job skills training and Professional development opportunities

For more information, visit Nasdaq Benefits & Rewards Career page.