Technical Project Manager

Team Creation; Greater London; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

26 days paid holiday per year

Pension

Life Assurance (4x annual salary)

Private Medical Insurance

Job summary

Team Creation Limited in London is seeking a seasoned Technical Project Manager to lead complex software projects across platforms, APIs, and backoffice systems. You will coordinate Product Manager, Dev Lead, and cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality game software solutions.

The role emphasizes hands-on technical insight, mentoring, and fostering ownership and continuous improvement, while ensuring timely delivery, architectural alignment, and stakeholder communication.

Qualifications

• 10+ years in technical lead or management roles.
• Hands-on experience building scalable Java apps (Java 17+).
• Strong plan, prioritize, and mentor teams in a fast-paced setting.
• Experience collaborating with DevOps, infra, and software teams.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management.

Responsibilities

• Plan and execute projects with Product Manager and Dev Lead.
• Lead end-to-end delivery including platform enhancements and integrations.
• Break down complex requirements into executable plans with milestones.
• Ensure alignment between engineering, product, and business stakeholders.
• Track progress, manage risks, and resolve blockers.
• Facilitate sprint planning, standups, retrospectives, release coordination.
• Act as technical contact for troubleshooting and architectural alignment.
• Mentor team members on technical practices and problem solving.

Skills

Technical leadership

Java development

Spring Boot 3+

React

Agile/Scrum

Jira/Asana

DevOps

CI/CD

Docker

Kubernetes

Mentorship

Communication

Tools

Jira

Asana

Docker

Kubernetes

Job description

Team Creation Limited is a fast-growing game software development company operating across Asia and UK. We provide services including market research, cloud computing, and mobile application development for a broad range of international clients. Our focus is on delivering innovative and high-quality technology solutions while supporting the continued growth and development of our professional workforce.

Role Overview:

We are looking for a Technical Project Manager to assist project development. This role will collaborate with the development team and work with cross-functional teams to help continue delivering quality products to the market.

Key Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with Product Manager and Dev Lead to plan and execute projects.
• Lead end-to-end delivery of technical projects including platform enhancements, third-party integrations, game launches, and regulatory compliance updates.
• Break down complex requirements into executable project plans with timelines, milestones, and clear ownership.
• Ensure alignment between engineering, product, and business stakeholders throughout the project lifecycle.
• Utilise project management practices to track progress, identify delivery risks, and proactively resolve blockers.
• Facilitate sprint planning, standups, retrospectives, and release coordination.
• Serve as a technical point of contact for troubleshooting complex issues related to platforms, APIs, infrastructure and backoffice systems.
• Evaluate technical solution from Dev Team and ensure it is aligned with architectural standards and business goals.
• Work hands-on with engineers to analyze root causes, validate technical assumptions, and support debugging efforts when needed.
• Mentor and coach team members on technical practices, communication, and problem-solving approaches.
• Foster a culture of ownership, accountability, and continuous improvement within the development team.

Qualifications & Skills:

• 10+ years of experience in technical lead or managing position.
• Strong hands-on knowledge and experience in developing scalable Java applications with Java 17+, Sprint boot 3+ and/or REACT programming.
• Proven ability to manage multiple complex projects in a fast-paced environment.
• Proven analytical problem-solving skills and mentorship skills.
• Experience collaborating with technical teams, including DevOps, infrastructure engineers, and software developers.
• Exceptional organisational, communication, and leadership skills, with the ability to translate technical concepts for non-technical stakeholders.
• Proficiency in project management tools (e.g., Jira, Asana) and Agile/Scrum methodologies. Nice to have.
• Familiarity with DevOps principles, CI/CD pipelines, and containerization technologies (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes).
• Proficient in Chinese is a plus.

We Offer:

• Experience a dynamic and team-orientated work environment
• Opportunities for personal growth and learning
• An open, inclusive and supportive team where you will be valued, and your suggestions will be welcome
• 26 days paid holiday per year, in addition to local public holidays
• Risk Benefits such as pension, Life Assurance (4x annual salary), Private Medical Insurance