Remote Project Manager - Software & Systems Integration

Placements24; Queenstown; Hybrid; NZD 160,000 - 231,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance bonus

Health benefits

Online training

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly skilled Remote Project Manager to lead complex software and systems integration initiatives. This remote role can be performed from anywhere in South Africa, overseeing end-to-end project lifecycles and coordinating cross-functional teams for successful delivery.

You will drive planning, risk management, and stakeholder communication while ensuring data integrity and scalable integration architectures with cloud platforms.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Software Engineering, or a related technical field.
• Minimum of 8 years of project management experience, with a strong focus on software development and systems integration projects.
• Proven experience leading remote technical teams and managing distributed projects.
• In-depth knowledge of integration patterns, APIs, middleware technologies, and enterprise systems (e.g., ERP, CRM).
• Expertise in Agile/Scrum methodologies and project management tools (e.g., Jira, Confluence).
• Excellent communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills.
• Demonstrated ability to manage complex technical projects and budgets.

Responsibilities

• Lead the planning, execution, and successful delivery of software and systems integration projects.
• Define project scope, objectives, deliverables, and success criteria.
• Manage cross-functional technical teams, fostering collaboration and ensuring efficient workflows.
• Develop and maintain detailed project schedules, budgets, and resource allocation plans.
• Implement and manage agile methodologies (Scrum/Kanban) for software development and integration tasks.
• Identify, assess, and proactively mitigate project risks and dependencies.
• Facilitate clear, concise, and timely communication among all stakeholders, including technical teams and business units.
• Oversee the integration process, ensuring data integrity and system compatibility.
• Manage third-party vendor relationships and integration partnerships.
• Ensure the quality and performance of integrated systems, adhering to best practices and standards.

Skills

Project management

Remote leadership

Agile Scrum

Jira

Confluence

Stakeholder management

Data integration

Cloud platforms

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science/IT/Software Engineering

Tools

APIs

Middleware

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Remote Project Manager to lead complex software and systems integration projects. This is a fully remote position, allowing you to work from anywhere in South Africa. You will be responsible for managing the entire lifecycle of integration projects, ensuring seamless connectivity between diverse software applications and enterprise systems. The ideal candidate will possess a strong technical background, extensive experience in managing software development teams, and a proven ability to deliver intricate integration solutions. This role offers a fantastic opportunity to contribute to critical IT infrastructure enhancements in a flexible, remote-first environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the planning, execution, and successful delivery of software and systems integration projects.


• Define project scope, objectives, deliverables, and success criteria.


• Manage cross-functional technical teams, fostering collaboration and ensuring efficient workflows.


• Develop and maintain detailed project schedules, budgets, and resource allocation plans.


• Implement and manage agile methodologies (Scrum/Kanban) for software development and integration tasks.


• Identify, assess, and proactively mitigate project risks and dependencies.


• Facilitate clear, concise, and timely communication among all stakeholders, including technical teams and business units.


• Oversee the integration process, ensuring data integrity and system compatibility.


• Manage third-party vendor relationships and integration partnerships.


• Ensure the quality and performance of integrated systems, adhering to best practices and standards.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Software Engineering, or a related technical field.


• Minimum of 8 years of project management experience, with a strong focus on software development and systems integration projects.


• Proven experience leading remote technical teams and managing distributed projects.


• In-depth knowledge of integration patterns, APIs, middleware technologies, and enterprise systems (e.g., ERP, CRM).


• Expertise in Agile/Scrum methodologies and project management tools (e.g., Jira, Confluence).


• Excellent communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills.


• Demonstrated ability to manage complex technical projects and budgets.


• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with a keen eye for detail.


• Must be self-motivated and able to work effectively in a fully remote setting.


• Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) is a plus.

Benefits

• This fully remote position offers a competitive salary, performance bonuses, and comprehensive health benefits.


• Our client is committed to employee development, providing access to extensive online training, certifications, and opportunities to work with cutting-edge technologies.


• Enjoy the freedom and flexibility of working from home while contributing to high-impact IT projects that drive business success.