Technical Project Manager - Data

Kanerika Software; Hyderabad; On-site; INR 3,000,000 - 4,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company-sponsored outings

Gratuity

Provident Fund

Generous PTO

Paid sick days

Paid holidays

Bereavement Leave

Job summary

Kanerika Software in Hyderabad seeks an experienced Technical Project Manager with a strong development background to lead software delivery in an Agile environment. You will bridge technical teams and business stakeholders, own the SDLC, run Scrum ceremonies, manage risks, and coordinate with architects to ensure design aligns with business goals.

With 8–12 years of experience and required certifications (CSM, PMI-ACP), you’ll guide cross-functional teams using JIRA/Azure DevOps and DevOps

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field.
• 8–12 years of experience with at least 4 years in a PM or Scrum Master role, and prior software development experience.
• Deep understanding of system architecture, APIs, and development pipelines.
• Certified ScrumMaster (CSM), PMI-ACP, or equivalent Agile certification is mandatory.
• Proficiency with PM tools such as JIRA, Confluence, Trello, or Azure DevOps.
• Strong stakeholder communication, team leadership, and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage cross-functional engineering teams to deliver software projects.
• Bridge between technical teams and business stakeholders, translating requirements into technical solutions.
• Own the software development lifecycle (SDLC), ensuring Agile best practices.
• Facilitate Agile ceremonies: sprint planning, daily stand-ups, retrospectives, backlog grooming, and demos.
• Identify and mitigate risks, manage dependencies, and resolve conflicts proactively.
• Oversee task breakdowns, sprint tracking, effort estimations, and timelines.
• Collaborate with developers and architects to ensure alignment of design with business objectives.
• Monitor engineering progress using JIRA or equivalent Agile tools.
• Ensure integration of DevOps practices, testing strategies, and release management.

Skills

Project management

Agile/Scrum

Team leadership

Stakeholder communication

Software development background

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science/Engineering

Tools

JIRA

Confluence

Trello

Azure DevOps

Job description

We are seeking a Technical Project Manager with a strong development background and deep understanding of Agile and Scrum methodologies. The ideal candidate must have previous experience as a software developer, proficiency in one or more programming languages, and hands‑on exposure to software delivery processes. This is a leadership role that requires both technical insight and project management expertise.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage cross-functional engineering teams to deliver high-quality software projects.
• Serve as the bridge between technical teams and business stakeholders, translating business requirements into technical solutions.
• Own the software development lifecycle (SDLC), ensuring Agile best practices are followed.
• Facilitate Agile ceremonies: sprint planning, daily stand‑ups, retrospectives, backlog grooming, and demos.
• Identify and mitigate risks, manage dependencies, and resolve conflicts proactively.
• Oversee task breakdowns, sprint tracking, effort estimations, and timelines.
• Collaborate with developers and architects to ensure alignment of technical design with business objectives.
• Monitor engineering progress using JIRA or equivalent Agile tools.
• Ensure integration of DevOps practices, testing strategies, and release management.

Requirements

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• 8–12 years of experience, with at least 4 years in a project management or Scrum Master role, and prior experience as a software developer.
• Deep understanding of system architecture, APIs, and development pipelines.
• Certified ScrumMaster (CSM), PMI-ACP, or equivalent Agile certification is mandatory.
• Proficiency with project management tools such as JIRA, Confluence, Trello, or Azure DevOps.
• Strong stakeholder communication, team leadership, and problem‑solving skills.

Culture:

• Open Door Policy: Encourages open communication and accessibility to management.
• Open Office Floor Plan: Fosters a collaborative and interactive work environment.
• Flexible Working Hours: Allows employees to have flexibility in their work schedules.
• Appraisal Process Twice a Year: Provides regular performance evaluations and feedback.

Inclusivity and Diversity:

• Hiring practices that promote diversity: Ensures a diverse and inclusive workforce.
• Mandatory POSH training: Promotes a safe and respectful work environment.

Health Insurance and Wellness Benefits:

• GMC and Term Insurance: Offers medical coverage and financial protection.
• Health Insurance: Provides coverage for medical expenses.
• Disability Insurance: Offers financial support in case of disability.

Child Care & Parental Leave Benefits:

• Company-sponsored family events: Creates opportunities for employees and their families to bond.
• Generous Parental Leave: Allows parents to take time off after the birth or adoption of a child.
• Family Medical Leave: Offers leave for employees to take care of family members' medical needs.

Perks and Time-Off Benefits:

• Company-sponsored outings: Organizes recreational activities for employees.
• Gratuity: Provides a monetary benefit as a token of appreciation.
• Provident Fund: Helps employees save for retirement.
• Generous PTO: Offers more than the industry standard for paid time off.
• Paid sick days: Allows employees to take paid time off when they are unwell.
• Paid holidays: Gives employees paid time off for designated holidays.
• Bereavement Leave: Provides time off for employees to grieve the loss of a loved one.

Professional Development Benefits:

• L&D with FLEX- Enterprise Learning Repository: Provides access to a learning repository for professional development.
• Mentorship Program: Offers guidance and support from experienced professionals.
• Job Training: Provides training to enhance job-related skills.