Technical Project Manager

Location: Hanoi OR Ho Chi Minh City WorldQuant develops and deploys systematic financial strategies across a broad range of asset classes and global markets. We seek to produce high-quality predictive signals (alphas) through our proprietary research platform to employ financial strategies focused on market inefficiencies. Our teams work collaboratively to drive the production of alphas and financial strategies – the foundation of a balanced, global investment platform. WorldQuant is built on a culture that pairs academic sensibility with accountability for results. Employees are encouraged to think openly about problems, balancing intellectualism and practicality. Excellent ideas come from anyone, anywhere. Employees are encouraged to challenge conventional thinking and possess an attitude of continuous improvement. Our goal is to hire the best and the brightest. We value intellectual horsepower first and foremost, and people who demonstrate an outstanding talent. There is no roadmap to future success, so we need people who can help us build it. Technologists at WorldQuant research, design, code, test and deploy firmwide platforms and tooling while working collaboratively with researchers. Our environment is relaxed yet intellectually driven. We seek people who think in code and are motivated by being around like-minded people. The Role: We are seeking a driven Technical Project Manager with proven problem-solving ability and excellent communication skills. The Lead Technical Project Manager should have wide-ranging experience, rely on their own judgement and discretion to think "outside the box," and resolve a variety of highly complex issues in creative and effective ways. The responsibilities for this role will include: Work on complex issues where analysis of situations, data, dependencies, and stakeholder needs requires in-depth evaluation of variable factors. Exercise judgment in selecting methods, techniques, tools, AI/agent workflows, and evaluation criteria for obtaining results. Own multiple projects and/or multiple programs, using structured project management practices and approved AI/agent tools to improve clarity, efficiency, and follow-through. Network with key contacts outside own area of expertise to understand dependencies, risks, requirements, and implementation constraints. Set cadence, governance, execution standards, and source-of-truth expectations for projects/programs. Coach others, delegate appropriately, and help teams adopt reusable project management practices, templates, and approved AI-enabled workflows. Leverage approved AI/agent tools to enhance project efficiency, including synthesis, status reporting, risk identification, decision tracking, stakeholder communication, and executive-ready summaries. Develop systems, procedures, analytics, and AI-assisted workflows to help management operate more efficiently and effectively. Carry out project management activities, including project planning, resource planning, status reporting, risk and issue tracking, dependency management, and decision follow-up. Define, maintain, and continuously improve analytics for business stakeholders, including dashboards, reporting views, and source-of-truth checks where appropriate. Demonstrate an understanding of technology and technology projects, including how AI/agent capabilities can improve project execution, operational efficiency, and decision-making. What You’ll Bring: 5+ years of technical experience required. Prior experience within a business consulting or project management function is required. Ability to operate independently, be a team lead, supervising a small team of consultants or TPMs. Comfortable working with senior management; willing to offer suggestions and opinions. Proven experience with driving and leading high impact projects. Ability to interpret and translate business needs into actionable practices. Capable of building trust through demonstrated competence and results. Excellent problem-solving ability with strong attention to detail in a fast-paced environment. Motivated by the transformational effects of technology-at-scale. Excellent communication skills in both verbal and written form, strong command of the English language. AI literacy: comfortable leveraging AI-powered tools (e.g., LLMs, copilots, automation frameworks) to enhance productivity and streamline day-to-day workflows. What We Offer: Competitive and attractive compensation package with clear career road-map – where you feel challenged everyday We offer a strong culture of learning and development: training courses, library, speakers, share and learn events Learn from who sits next to you! Working in WQ you are surrounded by smart and talented people Premium Health Insurance and Employee Assistance Program Generous time-off policy, re-creation sabbatical leave (based on tenure), Trade Union benefits for staff and family Team building activities every month: Local engagement events – Employee clubs: football, ping-pong, badminton, yoga, running, PS5, movies, etc. Annual company trip and occasional global conferences – opportunity to travel and connect with our global teams Happy-hour with tea break, snacks and meals every day in the office! By submitting this application, you acknowledge and consent to terms of the WorldQuant Privacy Policy. The privacy policy offers an explanation of how and why your data will be collected, how it will be used and disclosed, how it will be retained and secured, and what legal rights are associated with that data (including the rights of access, correction, and deletion). 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