Information Technology Project Manager

Base pay range

$60.00/hr - $608.00/hr

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Role Overview

We are seeking a Data Connectivity Lead to define and deliver AI tooling and data integration initiatives that enable seamless access to high-quality financial and research datasets. This role blends product leadership, data integration expertise, and cross‑functional collaboration to drive AI and analytics capabilities from concept through production in an Agile environment.

• Define and execute the product roadmap for AI tooling and data connectivity initiatives, driving products from concept to launch.
• Translate business needs and product strategy into clear requirements, epics, and user stories.
• Partner with engineering, data, and AI/ML teams to design and implement data connectors for internal and external financial datasets.
• Collaborate with data engineering teams to ensure reliable data ingestion, transformation, and availability for analytics and AI models.
• Evaluate, onboard, and maintain new data sources, ensuring accuracy, consistency, and completeness of financial and fundamental data.
• Continuously assess opportunities to improve data coverage, connectivity, performance, and usability across AI and analytics platforms.
• Monitor product performance post‑launch and drive continuous optimization and future investment decisions.
• Facilitate alignment across stakeholders, including engineering, research, analytics, and business partners, ensuring clear communication and prioritization.

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Finance, or a related field (MBA or Master’s degree preferred).
• 5+ years of experience in a data, product, or integration‑focused role.

• Strong understanding of financial, market, and research datasets.
• Proven experience in data integration using APIs, data connectors, or ETL frameworks to support AI or analytics use cases.
• Familiarity with AI/ML data pipelines, model lifecycle, and associated tooling.
• Experience working in Agile, cross‑functional environments.
• Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and communication skills with the ability to translate complex technical concepts into actionable insights.
• Prior experience in financial services, investment banking, or research‑driven organizations.
• Excellent organizational and stakeholder management skills with a track record of delivering data‑driven products.

• Proficiency in Python, SQL, or similar scripting languages.
• Experience with cloud data platforms (AWS, GCP, or Azure) and modern data architectures (data lakes, warehouses, streaming).
• Familiarity with AI/ML platforms and tooling.
• Knowledge of data governance, metadata management, and data security best practices in financial environments.
• Experience with API standards (REST, Graph
  
  QL) and data integration frameworks.
• Demonstrated ability to partner with engineering and data science teams to operationalize AI initiatives.

Pay Rate- $60-$68.00/hour

Russell Tobin offers eligible employee’s comprehensive healthcare coverage (medical, dental, and vision plans), supplemental coverage (accident insurance, critical illness insurance and hospital indemnity), 401(k)-retirement savings, life & disability insurance, an employee assistance program, legal support, auto, home insurance, pet insurance and employee discounts with preferred vendors.

• Mid‑Senior level

• Contract

• Project Management, Information Technology, and Analyst
• Banking, Financial Services, and Investment Management

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)