Technical Project Manager (TPM)

Wateen Telecom Limited; Lahore; On-site; PKR 1,116,000 - 1,674,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology company in Pakistan is seeking a Project Manager with extensive experience in managing technical and AI/ML projects. The role involves leading the entire project lifecycle, managing cross-functional teams, and ensuring project governance. The ideal candidate should have a degree in Computer Science and 5-10 years of project management experience, particularly in the banking sector. Strong leadership and communication skills are essential for success in this fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Proven track record of managing technical projects.
• Experience in the Pakistani banking or financial services sector.
• Strong technical understanding of AI/ML pipelines.

Responsibilities

• Lead the full project lifecycle from planning to support.
• Define and manage project scope and deliverables.
• Coordinate between engineers, data scientists, and compliance officers.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Risk management

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science

5–10 years of project management experience

Tools

Agile (Scrum)

JIRA

Job description

Wateen is Pakistan’s leading information and communications technology company with a diverse portfolio of customers across industries. A pioneer in the telecommunications industry, Wateen is proud to have laid the foundation of Pakistan’s internet connectivity with the fastest-growing fiber‑optic network.

Wateen is credited with transforming the landscape of communications technology in Pakistan through our efforts to revolutionize businesses with cutting‑edge technology. With the country’s largest team of highly experienced certified resources, our subject matter experts ensure end‑to‑end support uniquely optimized for businesses and enterprises across various verticals.

Position Summary

The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of managing technical projects, general, and AI/ML‑based projects as well, with strong expertise in project governance, stakeholder alignment, and cross‑functional team leadership.

Location

Lahore

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the full project lifecycle—from planning and requirements through development, testing, deployment, and post‑go‑live support.
• Define and manage project scope, milestones, deliverables, resource allocation, and risk registers.
• Coordinate between AI/ML/Full‑stack engineers, data scientists, the BA team, banking SMEs, and compliance officers.
• Establish and enforce project governance frameworks, including status reporting, change control, escalation protocols, and RACI management.
• Drive Agile/Scrum (sprint planning, daily scrum calls, retrospectives) and ensure iterative, on‑time delivery.
• Manage integration planning between automation modules and the bank’s core systems (including T24) with minimal disruption to operations.
• Proactively identify and mitigate technical, operational, and regulatory risks throughout the project.
• Prepare and present project dashboards, executive summaries, and steering committee updates to senior leadership.
• Oversee UAT coordination, go‑live readiness assessments, and post‑deployment stabilization.

Required Skills

• Strong leadership and ability to drive accountability across cross‑functional teams.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and executive presentation skills.
• Sharp problem‑solving and decision‑making under pressure.
• Ability to balance technical depth with business‑oriented thinking.
• Strong risk management and contingency planning capabilities.

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, IT, or a related technical field.
• 5–10 years of project management experience.
• Demonstrated experience delivering technology projects in the Pakistani banking or financial services sector.
• Strong technical understanding of AI/ML pipelines, AI Workflows.
• Proficiency in Agile (Scrum) with hands‑on experience using JIRA.
• Experience managing vendor relationships, third‑party integrations, and cross‑functional distributed teams.
• Familiarity with core banking systems (T24) and their integration architectures is a plus.

If you are interested in joining our dynamic team, email your CV at [e-mail] Don’t forget to mention the position in the subject line. We can’t wait to explore the possibilities with you!