Senior Technical Project Manager

Calian Group Ltd.; Canada; Remote; CAD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Join an innovative Canadian tech organization as a Technical Project Manager in the Space division. This role offers the chance to lead a talented team of software developers and systems engineers, delivering cutting-edge solutions for satellite operators. You'll thrive in a dynamic environment, managing projects with tight schedules and budgets while fostering client relationships. With a strong tech stack including Java, Python, and Docker, this position allows for 100% remote work. If you're passionate about technology and leadership, this is the perfect opportunity to make a significant impact.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of coding experience in Java, C++, or equivalent language.
• Experience leading software development projects on budget and schedule.

Responsibilities

• Create detailed project plans and resource allocation plans.
• Act as main point of contact for clients regarding timelines and budgets.
• Manage and lead a team of talented software developers and system engineers.

Skills

Java/Kotlin

Python

Agile project management

C++

Client relationship management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science

Computer Engineering degree

Engineering Physics degree

Tools

Docker

Kubernetes

Kafka

Gitlab

Prometheus

Grafana

Greylog

Job description

For more than 40 years, Calian has been solving the world’s most complex problems by pairing the brightest minds with powerful technology. Calian solutions impact the world; from the satellites in space that connect us to the farms that feed us, from the medical professionals who care for us to the governments, schools and companies that make the world better every day.

Position Overview

The Technical Project Manager position in our Space division is an exciting opportunity to join a growing Canadian-based tech organization with 100+ software developers. You will manage a team of software developers and systems engineers that provide innovative solutions to the world’s leading satellite operators. You will work with highly technical customers in the satellite ground systems domain. To be successful, you must thrive in a dynamic environment and not be hindered by ambiguity or multiple priorities. You will need to anticipate bottlenecks, provide escalation management, make trade-offs, and balance the business needs versus technical constraints.

Our tech stack includes: • Java/Kotlin

• Python

• Docker/Kubernetes

• Kafka

• Greylog

• Prometheus

• Grafana

• Gitlab

This position can be 100% remote.

Responsibilities

• Create detailed project plans, work structure breakdowns, and resource allocation plans while adhering to current innovation and quality standards. This includes outlining the scope through detailed budgets, schedules, and milestones

• Act as the main point of contact for clients by interacting effectively regarding timelines, budgets, objectives, and expectations while professionally maintaining client relationships

• Work with the key technical staff to manage project scope. You will need a high-level understanding of the subject domain • Manage and lead a team of talented software developers and system engineers

• Identify and resolve any barriers or obstacles that impact the project’s success. Help the team work through technical challenges

• Foster psychological safety

• Assist in recruiting, training, and staff performance management

• Track and report on budgets and schedules

Qualifications

• 5+ years of coding experience in Java, C++, or equivalent language

• 5+ years of experience leading software development projects that are delivered on a budget, with tight schedules

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Engineering Physics degree or software related technology diploma would be an asset • Experience engaging with customers, managing customer expectations, and demonstrated pragmatic decision-making

• Experience in Agile project management is an asset

• Experience with telecommunications or related industries is an asset

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