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Senior Technical Project Manager - Software Development Lifecycle
Posted 19 days ago
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Our client is seeking a highly experienced and results-oriented Senior Technical Project Manager to lead complex software development projects within a fully remote setting. This role requires a proven ability to manage the entire project lifecycle, from initiation and planning through execution, monitoring, and closure. You will be responsible for defining project scope, setting deliverables, managing resources, mitigating risks, and ensuring projects are completed on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards. The ideal candidate possesses exceptional leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills, with a deep understanding of agile methodologies and software development processes. This is a critical role that demands strategic thinking and a proactive approach to project execution.
Responsibilities:
Qualifications:
Responsibilities:
- Define project objectives, scope, deliverables, and success criteria in collaboration with stakeholders.
- Develop detailed project plans, including timelines, resource allocation, and budget management.
- Lead and motivate cross-functional, remote project teams to achieve project goals.
- Implement and manage agile development methodologies (e.g., Scrum, Kanban) to ensure efficient project execution.
- Identify, assess, and manage project risks and issues, developing mitigation strategies.
- Facilitate effective communication among team members, stakeholders, and leadership.
- Track project progress, monitor key performance indicators (KPIs), and provide regular status reports.
- Ensure adherence to quality standards and best practices throughout the project lifecycle.
- Manage vendor relationships and third-party integrations as required.
- Conduct post-project reviews to identify lessons learned and areas for continuous improvement.
- Manage project changes and ensure they are properly documented and approved.
- Resolve conflicts and remove impediments for the project team.
- This is a fully remote position, offering the flexibility to work from anywhere. The designated oversight location for this role is Eldoret, Uasin Gishu, KE , but your work will be conducted entirely remotely.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Business, or a related field. PMP, CSM, or equivalent certification is highly desirable.
- Minimum of 7 years of experience in project management, with at least 5 years focused on technical or software development projects.
- Proven track record of successfully delivering complex projects on time and within budget.
- Extensive experience with agile project management methodologies and tools (e.g., Jira, Confluence).
- Strong understanding of the software development lifecycle (SDLC) and various development methodologies.
- Excellent leadership, team management, and motivational skills.
- Exceptional communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management abilities.
- Proficiency in project management software (e.g., MS Project, Asana, Trello).
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to make sound decisions under pressure.
- Experience managing remote teams and distributed workforces.
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Senior Technical Project Manager - Software Development Lifecycle
Posted 2 days ago
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Our client is seeking a highly accomplished Senior Technical Project Manager to lead complex software development projects from inception through deployment. This fully remote position requires a seasoned professional with a deep understanding of Agile methodologies, software development lifecycles, and cross-functional team leadership. You will be responsible for planning, executing, and closing projects, ensuring they are delivered on time, within scope, and on budget. The ideal candidate will possess excellent communication skills, a strong technical aptitude, and a proven ability to manage stakeholders effectively in a virtual environment.
Responsibilities:
Responsibilities:
- Lead the planning, execution, and delivery of multiple software development projects simultaneously.
- Define project scope, goals, and deliverables in collaboration with senior management and stakeholders.
- Develop detailed project plans, including timelines, resource allocation, and budget management.
- Facilitate Agile ceremonies (sprint planning, daily stand-ups, sprint reviews, retrospectives).
- Manage project risks and issues, proactively identifying potential roadblocks and implementing mitigation strategies.
- Track project progress, performance, and milestones, providing regular status reports to all stakeholders.
- Ensure effective communication and collaboration among development teams, QA, product owners, and other stakeholders.
- Manage vendor relationships and third-party integrations as required.
- Coach and mentor project team members, fostering a collaborative and productive work environment.
- Ensure adherence to quality standards and best practices throughout the development lifecycle.
- Contribute to the continuous improvement of project management processes and methodologies.
- Manage budget and resource allocation for projects.
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Business, or a related field; PMP or Scrum Master certification is highly desirable.
- Minimum of 6-8 years of experience in technical project management, with a strong focus on software development projects.
- Proven experience managing projects using Agile methodologies (Scrum, Kanban).
- Solid understanding of the software development lifecycle (SDLC) and various development technologies.
- Experience with project management tools such as Jira, Asana, Trello, or Microsoft Project.
- Excellent leadership, communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to effectively manage stakeholder expectations and build strong relationships.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Experience managing distributed and remote teams.
- Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and DevOps practices is a plus.
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