Technical Project Manager

Cloudsoft.io; City of Edinburgh; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading cloud and software services company based in Edinburgh is seeking a dynamic Technical Project Manager. The role involves managing technical projects, ensuring operational efficiency, and collaborating with teams. Candidates should have experience in the software or cloud services sector, with strong leadership & organizational skills. Benefits include up to 37 days paid holiday, pension contributions, and private health insurance.

Benefits

Up to 37 days paid holiday annually

Private pension matching contributions

Private health insurance (including dental, optical)

EMI Share options

Perks (Perkbox, Cycle2Work scheme, and more)

Monthly team events and activities

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Technical Project Manager in a software or cloud environment.
• Strong understanding of software development lifecycle and cloud technologies.
• Experience with Agile and Scrum methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for planning, executing, and closing technical projects.
• Work closely with cross-functional teams to meet project objectives.
• Oversee and improve operational processes while managing software and cloud projects.

Skills

Communication

Problem Solving

Organization

Leadership

Education

Degree in Computer Science

Engineering

Project Management

Tools

Project management tools

Job description

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Technical Project Manager to join our team. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and are passionate about efficiency and project success, this role is for you.

You will be responsible for planning, executing, and closing technical projects on time, within budget, and to the required quality standards. You will work closely with cross-functional teams, including developers, engineers, and stakeholders, to ensure project objectives are met.

You will also assist the COO in ensuring the smooth, efficient, and effective functioning of the company's day-to-day operations by providing structure, support, and efficiency across all core business operations. This includes overseeing and improving operational processes while managing software and cloud projects from inception to completion. This role requires strong leadership, organizational, and problem-solving skills.

Cloudsoft is a cloud and software services company based in city-centre Edinburgh. Our mission is to help customers run their applications effectively using cloud and modern platforms, including migrating, automating operations, and evolving. We collaborate with many companies to address their immediate software challenges and integrations. This environment offers a dynamic mix of technologies, continuous learning, and exciting challenges.

Cloudsoft is guided by its core values: We take pride; We wow our customers; We give Kudos; We do it right; We do it together. We foster a culture of support and agility.

Requirements

• Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Project Management, or a related field
• Proven experience as a Technical Project Manager in a software or cloud services environment
• Strong understanding of software development lifecycle and cloud technologies
• Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills
• Proficiency in project management tools and software
• Experience with Agile and Scrum methodologies
• Keen interest in software development and cloud technologies like AWS

Working from home or hybrid working with a couple of days in the office are the norm, emphasizing work-life balance and productivity.

Candidates must be located in the UK, preferably in or near Edinburgh, and have the legal right to work.

Benefits

• Up to 37 days paid holiday annually
• Private pension matching contributions
• Private health insurance (including dental, optical)
• EMI Share options
• Perks (Perkbox, Cycle2Work scheme, and more)
• Monthly team events and activities

The company has about 50 employees, with HQ in city-centre Edinburgh, operating with a start-up mentality in a cutting-edge sector. We value inclusion, quality, and growth, offering excellent opportunities to develop skills across various areas of the business, along with competitive salary in the range of £40k to £60k, depending on experience.