Technical Project Manager

Tata Elxsi; Gurugram District; On-site; INR 3,500,000 - 6,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Tata Elxsi in Gurugram, India, seeks a Senior Project Manager to lead large-scale software initiatives for automotive and tech clients. You will coordinate multiple Scrum teams, manage complex integration programs, and ensure on-time delivery aligned with business priorities.

The role requires a strong technical background in cloud technologies, Java or Python, microservices, and stakeholder management. You will drive governance, risk, budgeting, and KPI reporting while mentoring teams.

Qualifications

• 12-14 years of overall IT experience with strong project management expertise.
• Proven experience delivering large-scale, complex integration programs and cloud-native applications.
• Strong technical background in Cloud Technologies, Java or Python, and microservices.
• Experience managing teams of 15+ members and multiple Scrum teams.
• Experience with cloud-based projects leveraging AWS or other cloud service providers.
• Expertise in Stakeholder Management, Risk Management, Budgeting and Estimation, Resource Planning, KPI/SLA Tracking and Reporting.
• Familiarity with AI/GenAI tools for productivity improvements and workflow optimization.

Responsibilities

• Manage large-scale software development projects using SDLC, Agile, SAFe, Scrum, or Kanban methodologies.
• Lead and manage multiple Scrum teams distributed across geographies and technology domains.
• Plan, monitor, and manage concurrent project deliveries with overlapping timelines and dependencies.
• Publish periodic status reports, project metrics, progress updates, and delivery dashboards.
• Identify, assess, and mitigate project risks throughout the project lifecycle.
• Manage customer interactions and stakeholder communications across multiple levels.
• Define, track, and report key project execution metrics, KPIs, and SLAs.
• Drive employee growth through performance management, feedback, mentoring, and learning initiatives.

Skills

Cloud Technologies

Core Java

Python

Spring Boot

REST APIs

Microservices Architecture

AWS

Stakeholder Management

Risk Management

Budgeting and Estimation

Resource Planning

KPI/SLA Tracking and Reporting

Agile Delivery

GenAI Tools

Customer Engagement

Team Leadership

Tools

MS Project

JIRA

Dashboarding Tools

PMP Processes

Job description

Tata Elxsi works with leading OEMs and suppliers in the automotive & transportation industries for R&D, Design and Product Engineering Services, right from architecture to launch and beyond. We bring together technologies that accelerate development & testing of connected autonomous and electric cars & off-highway vehicles.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage large-scale software development projects using SDLC, Agile, SAFe, Scrum, or Kanban methodologies.
• Lead and manage multiple Scrum teams distributed across geographies and technology domains.
• Plan, monitor, and manage concurrent project deliveries with overlapping timelines and dependencies.
• Prepare, publish, and maintain project plans, schedules, and delivery roadmaps aligned with business priorities.
• Collaborate with architects, technical leads, product owners, and customer teams to ensure successful solution delivery.
• Monitor project progress through Scrum ceremonies, review meetings, and governance mechanisms.
• Re-evaluate project schedules and delivery plans based on changing business priorities and project risks.
• Publish periodic status reports, project metrics, progress updates, and delivery dashboards.
• Identify, assess, and mitigate project risks throughout the project lifecycle.
• Manage customer interactions and stakeholder communications across multiple levels.
• Resolve cross-functional and cross-team dependencies effectively.
• Ensure adherence to internal processes, quality standards, and customer audit requirements.
• Address issues, non-conformances, and audit findings raised by QA and internal or external assessment teams.
• Define, track, and report key project execution metrics, KPIs, and SLAs.
• Drive employee growth through performance management, feedback, mentoring, and learning initiatives.
• Recognize and encourage team contributions while fostering a high-performance culture.
• Support proposal development, effort estimation, and RFP activities.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• 12-14 years of overall IT experience with strong project management expertise.
• Proven experience delivering large-scale, complex integration programs and cloud-native applications.
• Strong technical background in:
  
  • Cloud Technologies
  • Core Java and/or Python
  • Spring Boot
  • REST APIs
  • Microservices Architecture
• Experience managing teams of 15+ members and multiple Scrum teams.
• Strong understanding of project management methodologies and best practices.
• Experience managing cloud-based projects leveraging AWS or other cloud service providers.
• Expertise in:
  
  • Stakeholder Management
  • Risk Management
  • Budgeting and Estimation
  • Resource Planning
  • KPI/SLA Tracking and Reporting
• Ability to understand technology landscapes and collaborate effectively with technical teams.
• Experience working in Agile delivery environments and handling customer-facing engagements.
• Familiarity with AI/GenAI tools and their usage for productivity improvements and workflow optimization.

Preferred Domain Experience:

• Automotive (Preferred)
• Telecom
• Networking
• IoT and Connected Vehicle Platforms
• Transportation and Mobility Solutions

Tools & Methodologies:

• MS Project
• JIRA
• Agile (SAFe, Scrum, Kanban)
• PMP Process Groups and Knowledge Areas
• Risk Management Frameworks
• Reporting and Dashboarding Tools

Certifications:

Any of the following certifications are preferred:

• PMP (Project Management Professional)
• SAFe Agile Certification
• CAPM
• PRINCE2

Preferred Competencies:

• Technical Lead or Architect experience.
• Experience managing cloud-native and microservices-based programs.
• Strong customer engagement and executive presentation skills.
• Experience supporting new proposals, solution reviews, and RFP responses.
• Expertise in JIRA administration, hierarchy management, and dashboard creation.