IT Project Manager

Qashio; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading fintech company in the UAE is seeking an IT Project Manager responsible for delivering technology projects on time and within budget. The candidate will collaborate with cross-functional teams, facilitate Agile methodologies, and ensure project quality. Requirements include over 5 years of experience in software project management and a Bachelor's degree in a related field. This position offers the opportunity to work with a dynamic team and improve delivery processes in a thriving fintech environment.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in software development project management.
• Strong understanding of Agile methodologies (Scrum, Kanban).
• Previous experience with managing a large team.

Responsibilities

• Define project scope and objectives, develop project plans.
• Facilitate Agile ceremonies and guide the team in Agile principles.
• Proactively identify project risks and implement mitigation plans.

Skills

Agile methodologies

Project management

Stakeholder communication

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in computer science or related field

Tools

Jira

Asana

Job description

IT Project Manager

Role Overview
The IT Project Manager would play a crucial role in ensuring the successful delivery of Qashio's technology projects. This involves collaborating closely with cross‑functional teams (Tech, Product and QA) to plan, execute, and track projects, ensuring they are delivered on time, within budget, and to the required quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Define project scope, objectives, and deliverables. Develop detailed project plans, timelines, and resource allocation. Manage project execution, tracking progress, identifying risks, and implementing mitigation strategies.
• Working closely with the Head of Product to shape the product backlog for upcoming sprints and working closely with the CTO for on‑time project delivery.
• Set the expectations for top management for software delivery and get ownership.
• Deliver all the software projects on time with the pre‑set, expected quality matrix.
• Facilitate Agile ceremonies (sprints, daily stand‑ups, retrospectives). Guide the team in adopting and adhering to Agile principles and practices. Remove impediments and foster a collaborative environment.
• Drive increases in automation and LEAN improvements.
• Communicate effectively with stakeholders (product owners, engineers, management) to provide regular updates on project status, risks, and issues. Manage expectations and ensure alignment on project goals.
• Proactively identify and assess project risks. Develop and implement mitigation plans. Track and resolve issues that arise during project execution.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of Qashio's delivery processes. Identify areas for optimization and implement best practices in project management and Agile methodologies.
• Foster a strong collaborative environment within the tech team and across departments. Promote effective communication and knowledge sharing.
• Guide the team in understanding and applying Agile principles and practices. Foster a culture of continuous improvement and self‑organization within the team.
• Ensure the team adheres to the Scrum framework and its processes. Help the team maintain focus on sprint goals and deliver value incrementally.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in software development project management, with a proven track record of successful project delivery.
• Strong understanding of Agile methodologies (Scrum, Kanban) and experience in implementing them in a software development environment.
• Experience with project management tools (Jira, Asana, etc.) and software development lifecycle processes.
• Previous experience with managing a large team.
• Bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering, or a related field.
• Experience in the FinTech industry is a plus.

About Qashio

The UAE's number one expense management fintech, now serving 2000+ businesses across 22 countries.