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Senior Remote Project Manager - Software Development
Posted 21 days ago
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Responsibilities:
- Lead the planning, execution, and delivery of software development projects using agile methodologies (Scrum, Kanban).
- Define project scope, goals, and deliverables in collaboration with stakeholders.
- Develop detailed project plans, including timelines, resource allocation, and budget management.
- Manage cross-functional software development teams, fostering collaboration and productivity in a remote setting.
- Facilitate daily stand-ups, sprint planning, reviews, and retrospectives.
- Identify and mitigate project risks and dependencies proactively.
- Ensure effective communication between development teams, product management, QA, and other stakeholders.
- Track project progress and provide regular status reports to senior management.
- Manage the software release process and ensure timely deployment.
- Contribute to the continuous improvement of project management processes and best practices.
- Mentor junior project managers and team members.
- Ensure adherence to coding standards and quality assurance procedures.
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Business, or a related field.
- Minimum of 8 years of experience in project management, with at least 5 years focused on software development projects.
- Proven experience managing complex, large-scale software projects in a remote environment.
- Strong understanding of Agile frameworks (Scrum, Kanban) and software development lifecycles.
- Proficiency in project management tools such as Jira, Confluence, Asana, or Trello.
- Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and prioritize effectively.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
- Experience with risk management and change management processes.
- Relevant certifications such as PMP, CSM, or CSPO are highly desirable.
Senior Remote Project Manager, Software Development
Posted 21 days ago
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As a Senior Project Manager, you will define project scope, goals, and deliverables in collaboration with stakeholders. You will develop detailed project plans, including resource allocation, timelines, and risk mitigation strategies. Managing project teams, which may include developers, designers, QA testers, and business analysts, will be a key responsibility. You will facilitate effective communication among team members and stakeholders, ensuring alignment and transparency throughout the project lifecycle. Agile methodologies (Scrum, Kanban) are expected to be leveraged extensively.
Key duties include tracking project progress, identifying potential roadblocks, and implementing corrective actions. You will manage the project budget, track expenditures, and ensure financial objectives are met. Risk management and issue resolution will be critical components of your role, requiring proactive identification and timely mitigation. You will also be responsible for stakeholder management, providing regular project updates and managing expectations.
The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of successfully managing multiple software development projects of varying complexity, ideally in a remote-first setting. Strong knowledge of software development lifecycles (SDLC) and various project management tools (e.g., Jira, Asana, Trello) is essential. Excellent leadership, negotiation, and problem-solving skills are a must. Experience with cloud-based project management environments and remote team collaboration tools is highly valued. While the role is remote, understanding the local Kenyan tech landscape and the nuances of working with teams in regions like Machakos, Machakos, KE can be beneficial for coordination and cultural understanding.
Qualifications include a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Business Administration, or a related field. A Master's degree and/or PMP, Prince2, or Agile certifications are highly preferred. A minimum of 7 years of progressive experience in project management, with at least 5 years focused on software development projects, is required. You must demonstrate a strong ability to lead and motivate cross-functional teams in a remote setting and possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills. This position offers a competitive salary and benefits, with the opportunity to shape key technological initiatives.
Senior Remote Project Manager - Software Development
Posted 6 days ago
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Senior Remote Project Manager - Software Development
Posted 3 days ago
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Responsibilities:
- Lead and manage multiple software development projects simultaneously, from concept to deployment, ensuring successful delivery.
- Develop comprehensive project plans, including defining project scope, goals, deliverables, timelines, and resource requirements.
- Facilitate agile ceremonies such as sprint planning, daily stand-ups, sprint reviews, and retrospectives for remote teams.
- Manage project budgets, track expenditures, and ensure projects remain within financial constraints.
- Identify, assess, and mitigate project risks and dependencies, developing contingency plans as needed.
- Communicate project status, updates, and key decisions effectively to stakeholders at all levels, including executive leadership.
- Foster a collaborative and productive team environment, motivating team members and resolving conflicts proactively.
- Ensure adherence to software development best practices, quality standards, and methodologies (e.g., Agile, Scrum, Kanban).
- Manage vendor relationships and external contractors as required for project success.
- Oversee the implementation of project management tools and techniques to enhance team efficiency and project visibility.
- Conduct post-project evaluations to identify lessons learned and opportunities for process improvement.
- Ensure clear documentation of project requirements, decisions, and outcomes.
- A Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Business Administration, or a related field. A Master's degree is a plus.
- A minimum of 7 years of experience in project management, with at least 4 years specifically focused on software development projects.
- Proven experience managing projects using Agile methodologies (Scrum Master certification is highly desirable).
- Strong understanding of the software development lifecycle (SDLC) and various development methodologies.
- Excellent leadership, communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
- Proficiency in project management software (e.g., Jira, Asana, Microsoft Project).
- Ability to manage remote teams effectively, foster collaboration, and drive accountability.
- Strong risk management and problem-solving capabilities.
- Experience in stakeholder management and delivering clear, concise project reports.
- PMP or equivalent project management certification is an advantage.
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, remote work environment.
Senior Remote Project Manager - Software Development
Posted 5 days ago
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Responsibilities:
- Lead and manage all phases of the software development project lifecycle.
- Define project scope, goals, deliverables, and success criteria.
- Develop comprehensive project plans, including timelines, budgets, and resource allocation.
- Implement and manage Agile/Scrum methodologies for project execution.
- Facilitate effective communication and collaboration among remote project teams and stakeholders.
- Identify, assess, and mitigate project risks and issues proactively.
- Manage project budgets and ensure financial objectives are met.
- Track project progress, performance, and milestones, providing regular status reports.
- Ensure the quality and timely delivery of project outputs.
- Coordinate with cross-functional teams, including development, QA, and operations.
- Manage stakeholder expectations and ensure alignment throughout the project.
- Foster a positive and productive team environment in a remote setting.
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Business Administration, or a related field.
- Minimum of 7 years of experience in project management, with a strong focus on software development projects.
- Proven experience managing complex projects using Agile methodologies (Scrum Master certification is a plus).
- Demonstrated success in leading and delivering multiple projects concurrently.
- Excellent understanding of the software development lifecycle (SDLC).
- Strong leadership, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
- Exceptional communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills for remote team management.
- Proficiency in project management tools (e.g., Jira, Asana, Trello) and collaboration platforms.
- Ability to manage remote teams effectively and foster a collaborative culture.
- PMP or equivalent project management certification is highly desirable.
Senior Remote Project Manager, Software Development
Posted today
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Key Responsibilities:
- Lead the planning, execution, and delivery of software development projects from initiation to closure.
- Define project scope, goals, deliverables, and success criteria in collaboration with stakeholders.
- Develop detailed project plans, including timelines, resource allocation, and budget management.
- Implement and champion Agile/Scrum methodologies, facilitating sprint planning, daily stand-ups, sprint reviews, and retrospectives.
- Manage cross-functional project teams, fostering collaboration and ensuring clear communication channels.
- Identify, assess, and mitigate project risks and dependencies proactively.
- Track project progress, manage changes, and report on status to senior management and stakeholders regularly.
- Ensure the quality of project deliverables through appropriate testing and validation processes.
- Manage stakeholder expectations and build strong relationships throughout the project lifecycle.
- Facilitate effective communication and decision-making within the project team and with external parties.
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Business Administration, or a related field.
- Minimum of 7 years of experience in project management, with at least 5 years specifically in software development projects.
- Proven experience with Agile/Scrum methodologies (Scrum Master certification is a plus).
- Strong understanding of the software development lifecycle (SDLC).
- Demonstrated ability to manage multiple complex projects simultaneously.
- Excellent leadership, communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
- Proficiency in project management software (e.g., Jira, Asana, MS Project).
- Experience with risk management and change management processes.
- Ability to work independently, self-motivate, and excel in a remote team environment.
- Strong problem-solving and decision-making capabilities.
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