THIS IS A SENIOR TECHNICAL PROJECT MANAGER ROLE. CANDIDATES MUST HAVE AT LEAST 6 YEARS OF PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE MANAGING LARGE SOFTWARE DEVELOPMENT PROJECTS.
About Us: We are a dynamic technology studio based in NYC, specializing in building web and mobile products for our clients. Our team thrives on delivering high-quality, scalable, and secure web and mobile solutions. We are looking for a talented Senior Technical Project Manager to join our team and contribute to the development of our next-generation platforms.
Position Overview: We are seeking a highly experienced Senior Technical Project Manager with at least 8 years of experience in managing large software development projects. The ideal candidate will be detail-oriented, organized, and have a problem-solving mindset. They will be responsible for managing project budgets, timelines, and resource allocation while ensuring the successful delivery of projects using Agile and Waterfall methodologies.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead and manage large-scale software development projects from inception to completion.
- Develop and maintain project plans, schedules, and budgets.
- Allocate resources effectively to ensure project success.
- Facilitate Scrum processes, including daily stand-ups, sprint planning, and retrospectives.
- Use project management tools (e.g., Asana, Jira) to track progress and report on project status.
- Communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders, providing regular updates and addressing any issues.
- Ensure adherence to project management best practices and methodologies.
- Identify and mitigate risks to project timelines and quality.
- Work autonomously and collaboratively within a team environment.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in a technical field or equivalent experience.
- Minimum of 6 years of experience managing large software development projects.
- Experience working on highly technical projects, including foundation/infrastructure upgrades/maintenance, security & compliance, backend architecture planning & execution, and software delivery with a heavy emphasis on backend integrations.
- Proficiency in various project management methodologies (Agile, Waterfall, Hybrid, Lean, etc.) and their appropriate application.
- Proven experience with Agile and Waterfall methodologies.
- Expert in using project management tools like Asana, Jira, or similar.
- Strong communication and organizational skills.
- Demonstrated accountability and a proactive approach to achieving excellence.
- Ability to solve complex problems and make decisions under pressure.
- Experience leading projects for large agencies or organizations.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Technical degree, MBA, or background in software development.
- Experience delivering software in the financial industry and fashion industry.
- Experience leading large projects with significant budgets and cross-functional teams.
- Familiarity with both in-house and outsourced development teams.
What We Offer:
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision benefits for employees and their families.
- A friendly and collaborative work environment with frequent exposure to new initiatives, cross-functional stakeholders, and innovative ways of working.
- The opportunity to make an immediate impact as a part of a fast-growing company.