IT Project Manager

Who We Are

ampli

FI provides fully outsourced, customized credit and debit card loyalty programs focused exclusively on banks and credit unions nationwide. For almost two decades, we have delivered compelling rewards programs, unique earn‑and‑burn opportunities, and card‑linked programs to leverage merchant‑funded offers. We are always looking for great people to join the relentless pursuit of excellence in everything we do. Our core values are Integrity, Curiosity, and Advocacy for our clients.

We are seeking a talented, experienced IT Project Manager to shape the future of our projects and operations.

This role offers a hybrid work arrangement with our office located in Naperville, IL (60563). The position requires a minimum of three days per week onsite.

As an IT Project Manager at ampli

FI, you will lead and manage cross‑functional projects that drive key business initiatives. You will collaborate with various stakeholders across the organization, ensuring that projects are delivered on time, within budget, and meet the needs of the business. You will be the key point of contact for internal teams, clients, and vendors throughout the project lifecycle. A deep understanding and application of agile delivery methodologies is required.

• Lead and manage IT projects using agile methodologies (Scrum, Kanban, etc.), ensuring successful delivery and client satisfaction.
• Facilitate agile ceremonies such as sprint planning, daily stand‑ups, sprint reviews, and retrospectives.
• Define project scope, goals, and deliverables in collaboration with stakeholders, ensuring alignment with business objectives.
• Gather requirements, provide project updates, and ensure that the project outcomes align with business needs and goals.
• Develop and manage detailed project plans, including timelines, resources, budgets, and risk assessments, with a focus on agile principles.
• Coordinate daily activities of cross‑functional project teams, ensuring tasks are completed on schedule.
• Communicate project status, issues, and risks to senior management and stakeholders regularly.
• Identify, analyze, and mitigate project risks and issues, applying agile risk management techniques.
• Ensure adherence to project management best practices and agile methodologies throughout the project lifecycle.
• Manage project budgets, ensuring resource utilization and cost control.
• Collaborate with technical teams to resolve technical challenges.
• Oversee project documentation, ensuring proper tracking of requirements, deliverables, and milestones.
• Conduct post‑project evaluations to assess outcomes and identify areas for improvement.

• 5+ years of experience as an IT Project Manager, managing complex IT projects with a strong focus on agile delivery methodologies.
• Proven experience leading projects using Agile frameworks (Scrum, Kanban, etc.), including managing product backlogs, sprints, and user stories.
• Strong proficiency in project management methodologies such as Agile, Scrum, and Waterfall.
• Experience managing cross‑functional teams, including IT, business, and external stakeholders.
• Proven track record of delivering projects on time, within budget, and meeting business requirements.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills with the ability to interact with senior management and stakeholders.
• Strong problem‑solving skills and a proactive approach to project risk management.
• Familiarity with project management tools (e.g., Jira, Microsoft Project, etc.).
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously while ensuring quality and consistency.

• PMP (Project Management Professional) or Scrum Master certification is a plus.
• Experience in financial services, banking, or credit union industry is a plus.
• Experience with cloud‑based platforms and integrations.

• Frequently required to sit and stand.
• Required to use hands to handle or feel objects, tools, or controls.
• Visual acuity and manual dexterity required to manage projects and use software and a laptop computer.

Duties, responsibilities, and activities are not all‑encompassing and may change at any…