Software Technical Project Manager

Emerson Electric; Crawley; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the technology sector seeks a Software Technical Project Manager in Crawley. The successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing project management activities and providing technical leadership to deliver key software solutions. Candidates should have strong skills in project management and proficiency in languages such as C# and Python, with opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• Strong academic background in relevant fields.
• Experience with complex projects using C#, Python, and SQL.
• Ability to guide team and resolve issues.

Responsibilities

• Lead all aspects of projects, ensuring objectives are met.
• Develop system microservices and design databases.
• Monitor project progress and manage teams.

Skills

Project Management

C#

Python

SQL

Education

Degree in Computer Science, Physics, Mathematics or similar

Tools

SQL Server

Postgres

Entity Framework Core

SQLAlchemy

Job description

We are looking for a Software Technical Project Manager to work alongside our highly skilled team in Crawley and manage projects delivering components of the Permasense software stack.

In this role, you will be responsible for the planning and execution of all project-related activities for new products based on existing and new technologies in the Corrosion & Erosion business. A critical part of this role is the ability to establish a detailed project plan and drive progress and communication across the functional areas. You will lead in designing and implementing solutions for exciting and important projects delivering new functionality to our core software product.

If you are a well-organized person with strong technical skills and a motivation to lead colleagues in achieving results, we welcome you to join us!

Main Responsibilities

• Project Management: Lead all aspects of projects, provide work direction, resolve conflicts, foster cooperation and communication among team members to ensure objectives are met.
• Ensure proper participation and communication among engineering, testing, documentation, marketing, and other relevant departments.
• Monitor progress against the plan, take corrective actions as needed, and report on progress.
• Establish project scope, schedule, and staffing needs to achieve objectives, updating them as necessary.
• Manage core project teams from various functional groups.
• Motivate and support team members to work professionally and contribute to a positive working environment.
• Collaborate with product management to refine solutions and the program portfolio.

Technical Leadership

• Develop system microservices using C# and Python to support new features.
• Create, implement, and document comprehensive tests (unit, automated integration, manual, end-to-end) to improve testing efficiency and reduce costs.
• Design database schemas and develop databases using SQL Server and Postgres.
• Build database access layers using ORMs such as Entity Framework Core for C#/.NET Core and SQLAlchemy for Python.
• Work with support teams on technical issues and engage directly with customers to understand their requirements.

Who You Are

You provide timely and helpful information across the organization, maintain motivation, and help others achieve results. You analyze diverse sources of information to accurately define problems before solving them.

Required Qualifications & Experience

• A strong academic background, degree in computer science, physics, mathematics, or similar.
• Core expertise in developing with C#, Python, and SQL.
• Experience working on large or complex projects using language and framework features such as classes, interfaces, composition, events, delegates, data binding, multi-threading, networking layers, component architecture, and SQLAlchemy for database access.
• Good knowledge of SQL, including MS SQL Server and Postgres, and their ORMs.
• Ability to resolve issues, make decisions, and guide project team members.

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of Project Management Techniques.
• Previous experience in a matrix organization.

Our Culture & Commitment To You

At Emerson, we value a workplace where every employee is respected and empowered to grow. We foster innovation, collaboration, and diversity—believing that great ideas come from great teams. We are committed to ongoing career development and creating an inclusive culture, providing mentorship, training, and leadership opportunities to support your success. We believe diverse teams drive growth and business results.