Technical Project Manager

The Closing Gap; India; On-site; INR 2,400,000 - 4,000,000; Full time

Job summary

The Closing Gap is seeking an experienced Technical Project Manager to lead a Java-based insurance product implementation for global clients. This role combines techno-functional leadership with hands-on development, architecture decisions, and end-to-end delivery ownership.

Responsibilities include designing and guiding REST APIs, microservices, and modernization initiatives, mentoring teams, and acting as the primary client interface.

Qualifications

• Strong Java/J2EE expertise with Spring ecosystem.
• Hands-on coding experience required in production-grade apps.
• Experience designing REST APIs and microservices-based systems.
• Strong architecture and system design knowledge for modernization.
• Experience with Oracle databases.
• Proficiency with Git and JIRA workflows.
• Strong debugging, performance tuning, and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead design, development, review of Java/J2EE applications.
• Drive architecture decisions including microservices and modernization initiatives.
• Develop and guide REST APIs, Spring Boot, and microservices-based systems.
• Mentor teams and provide technical direction; translate domain needs into tech solutions.
• Manage end-to-end project lifecycle: planning, execution, delivery, support.
• Lead cross-functional teams; ensure delivery within scope and budget.
• Drive Agile/Scrum practices and monitor velocity, risks, and burndown.
• Collaborate with Business Analysts on requirements and UAT support.

Skills

Java/J2EE

Spring Framework

Spring Boot

Microservices

Hands-on coding

REST API design

System design/architecture

Oracle databases

Git

JIRA

Performance tuning

Problem-solving

Tools

Git

JIRA

REST API tooling

Job description

Notice Period: Immediate Joiners Preferred

Job Overview

We are looking for an experienced Technical Project Manager to lead the implementation of a Java-based insurance product for global clients. This is a techno-functional leadership role requiring strong hands-on development expertise along with project and team management capabilities. The role involves active coding, architecture decision-making, and end-to-end delivery ownership.

Key Responsibilities

Technical Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and review production-grade Java/J2EE applications
• Lead architecture decisions including microservices and modernization initiatives
• Develop and guide implementation of REST APIs, Spring Boot, and microservices-based systems
• Conduct code reviews and ensure adherence to performance and scalability standards
• Mentor development teams and provide technical direction
• Translate insurance domain requirements into technical solutions

Project & Delivery Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end project lifecycle including planning, execution, delivery, and support
• Lead cross-functional teams and ensure timely delivery within scope and budget
• Drive Agile/Scrum practices including sprint planning, stand-ups, and retrospectives
• Track project metrics such as velocity, burndown, and risks
• Collaborate with Business Analysts on requirement analysis and UAT support
• Act as primary client interface and manage stakeholder expectations
• Identify risks and implement mitigation strategies
• Drive continuous improvement in delivery and quality

Required Skills

• Strong expertise in Java/J2EE, Spring Framework, Spring Boot, and Microservices
• Hands-on coding experience (mandatory)
• Experience with REST API design and development
• Strong understanding of system design, architecture, and modernization
• Proficiency in Oracle or similar databases
• Experience with Git and JIRA
• Strong debugging, performance tuning, and problem-solving skills

Domain Expertise

• 6–7+ years of experience in the Insurance domain (P&C, Life, or Health)
• Understanding of policy lifecycle, underwriting, claims, or related processes
• Experience working with insurance platforms like Guidewire, Duck Creek, or Majesco (preferred)
• Familiarity with insurance regulatory and compliance frameworks

Additional Requirements

• Vendor/IT services background is mandatory
• Strong communication and client-facing skills
• Proven experience in monolith to microservices migration
• Basic familiarity with AI productivity tools (e.g., GitHub Copilot, ChatGPT)
• PMP / CSM certification is a plus

Ideal Candidate Profile

• 10+ years of IT experience with strong technical foundation
• Prior hands-on development experience before moving into project management
• Stable career history with consistent tenures
• Ability to contribute technically while managing teams and stakeholders