Project Manager

Hytech Consulting Management Sdn Bhd; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Public transportation access

Corporate insurance including dental,

Gym and fitness claims

Ongoing training and development

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Hytech Consulting Management Sdn Bhd in Malaysia seeks an experienced Software Project Manager to lead cross‑departmental and cross‑brand initiatives, aligning business needs with product delivery.

You will define standards for R&D management, design performance metrics, and drive data‑driven decisions across a portfolio of projects, collaborating with regional teams and stakeholders to enable efficient outcomes.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in software project management, including at least 2 years in PMO, SQA, or Agile PM role.
• Proven portfolio management across multiple projects/brands with high work intensity.
• Background in major tech or fintech/financial platforms preferred.
• Bachelor's or above in science/engineering; management degrees not considered.
• Technical background is an advantage; strong cross-team communication.
• Data analysis and problem-solving skills; fluent in English and Mandarin.

Responsibilities

• Cross-Departmental/Platform Project Management: Lead full lifecycle management of software development and operations projects with cross-team collaboration.
• Business Alignment & Enablement: Partner with business and product lines to understand needs and empower teams.
• R&D System Optimization: Define and improve R&D management standards, processes, and collaboration.
• Metrics & Insights: Design R&D metrics, analyze data, support management decisions, drive team effectiveness.
• Multi-Brand Portfolio Management: Independently manage a portfolio of projects across sub-brands.

Skills

Project management

Cross-team communication

Data analysis

Stakeholder management

Portfolio management

English & Mandarin

Education

Bachelor's degree in science/engineering

Tools

PMI-PMP

PMI-ACP

PRINCE 2

CSM

Job description

Hytech is a leading management consulting firm headquartered in Australia and Singapore, specialising in digital transformation for fintech and financial services organisations. We deliver end-to-end consulting services and provide robust middle- and back-office solutions that enable our clients to optimise operations, enhance efficiency, and stay ahead in a fast-evolving digital landscape.

With more than 2,000 professionals worldwide, Hytech has a strong and growing international presence, with offices across Australia, Singapore, Malaysia, Taiwan, the Philippines, Thailand, Morocco, Cyprus, Dubai, and beyond.

Job Responsibilities

• Cross-Departmental/Platform Project Management: Lead the full lifecycle management of application software development and operational projects, ensuring seamless cross-departmental and cross-platform collaboration.
• Business Alignment & Enablement: Closely partner with business and product lines (especially brand lines), gain a deep understanding of business needs, and empower teams to achieve business objectives efficiently.
• R&D System Optimization: Define, implement, and continuously improve R&D management standards, processes, and collaboration mechanisms.
• Metrics & Insights: Design R&D performance metrics, conduct data analysis and problem discovery, provide support for management decisions, and drive team effectiveness.
• Multi-Brand Portfolio Management: Independently and efficiently manage and drive a portfolio of projects across multiple sub-brands simultaneously.

Job Requirements

• 5+ years of experience in software project management, including at least 2 years in a PMO, SQA, or Agile project management role.
• Proven experience managing a portfolio of multiple projects/brands, with the ability to adapt to high work intensity and pressure.
• Candidates with backgrounds in major tech companies (e.g., ByteDance, Alibaba, Lazada, Shopee) or financial platforms (e.g., Futu, cryptocurrency platforms) are highly preferred. Candidates from traditional internet companies will also be considered.
• Bachelor's degree or above in a science or engineering discipline, such as Computer Science, Software Engineering, Information Technology, Mathematics, etc. (Degrees purely in Management, Business Administration, Economics, etc., are not under consideration).
• A technical background (e.g., software development experience) is an advantage.
• Excellent cross-team communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to interact effectively with stakeholders at different levels and across departments.
• Results-oriented, highly self-motivated, and efficient, capable of independently undertaking and delivering on complex tasks.
• Strong data analysis and problem-solving skills.
• Good command of written and spoken English and Mandarin to work in couterparts from regional teams
• Certifications & Skills (Preferred): Hold certifications such as PMI-PMP/PMI-ACP/PRINCE 2/(A)CSM.

What We Offer

• Easy access to public transportation (LRT & KTM).
• Corporate insurance coverage, including dental, optical, and outpatient claims.
• Gym and fitness claims.
• Ongoing training and development opportunities.
• Exposure to exciting projects that support career growth and professional development.