Software Project Manager

Juris Technologies; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology firm in Kuala Lumpur is seeking experienced Project Managers to oversee project timelines and objectives. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or Computer Science, 3-5 years of experience in project management, and strong Agile methodology skills. Responsibilities include planning, risk management, and documentation, ensuring client satisfaction and project success.

Qualifications

• 3 – 5 years of relevant working experience in project management is highly preferred.
• Project management certifications (PMP, Scrum Master, Agile, PRINCE2) considered favourable.
• Willingness to learn aspects of the software solution from functional to technical.

Responsibilities

• Plan well from objectives and timeline, including resource planning.
• Identify and resolve gaps between client expectations and project delivery.
• Act as Scrum Master during daily stand-ups and monitor Agile methodologies.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Agile methodologies

Project management software

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or Computer Science

Tools

Microsoft Project

Job description

Overview

We are hiring Project Managers (PM) for our project teams across multiple client sites. JurisTech Project Managers are one of the key units that steer JurisTech projects towards a resounding success. They look into the work activities to control/meet the project timeline and objectives. They monitor the work progress and drive the motivation and well-being of project team members to ensure alignment. On a day-to-day basis, they track the burndown rate of sprint execution and practice Agile methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Able to communicate well verbally and in writing. Meticulous and capable of understanding how software works. Proactiveness and the ability to build relationships with all stakeholders should be second nature.
• Plan well from objectives and timeline, including resource planning and daily/weekly activities of the project workforce; ensure plans are executed accurately and in a timely manner.
• Respond promptly to changes; mitigate changes, re-establish baselines, and communicate updates to all stakeholders.
• Identify and resolve gaps between client expectations and project delivery; manage scope and expectations for clients and JurisTech.
• Make wise project decisions; identify risks and issues and mitigate to minimize uncertainties; seek win-win outcomes for clients, JurisTech, and stakeholders.
• Be well versed with PM artifacts across SDLC phases and develop/craft artifacts with distinction.
• Maintain disciplined project documentation to safeguard project interests.
• Absorb and apply Agile methodologies; monitor and escalate as needed; act as Scrum Master during daily stand-ups, clear roadblocks, identify resource gaps, and propose mitigation plans when progression deviates from expectations.

Job Requirements

• Candidate must possess at least a Diploma, Bachelor’s Degree, or Professional Degree in Engineering (Computer/Telecommunication), Engineering (Electrical/Electronic), Computer Science/Information Technology, Science and Technology, or equivalent.
• 3 – 5 years of relevant working experience in project management is highly preferred.
• Required language(s): English (excellent communication and writing skills).
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to manage both client and project team expectations.
• Experience managing project teams with subordinates.
• Preferably with experience delivering large-scale software projects in banking, insurance, or telecommunications.
• Preferably with basic credit/banking domain knowledge (banking operations, regulations, customer needs, and financial concepts) relevant to software development.
• Willingness to learn aspects of the software solution from functional to technical.
• Project management certifications (PMP, Scrum Master, Agile, PRINCE2) considered favourable.
• Disciplined approach to project documentation and record-keeping.
• Experience with project management software (e.g., Microsoft Project) to organize tasks and workforce.
• Willingness to work at Bangsar South area and/or travel to project sites as required.
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