Project manager (with Fintech exp.)

DOU Polska; Warszawa; On-site; PLN 120,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Billable days off

Job summary

DOU Polska seeks a Strong Middle Project Manager to lead end-to-end delivery of FinTech software projects, coordinating distributed cross-functional teams and aligning client expectations with internal execution.

You will oversee 2–3 projects, collaborate closely with the Delivery Manager, and focus on risk, scope, and value delivery while ensuring security and compliance standards are met. Excellent communication and SDLC expertise are essential for success.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of commercial experience as a Project Manager in Fintech software development projects
• Strong knowledge of every phase of the software development lifecycle
• Ability to set up the processes and guide the team
• Ability to prioritize and control the deadlines
• Accurate Scope management
• Risk analysis and risk management
• Ability to plan and manage releases
• Lean development focus
• Confident communication skills that help to build relationships with both clients and teams
• Focus on value delivery and continuous improvement
• Experience with Jira, Confluence and project management software
• English — B2/C1 (Upper-Intermediate+)

Responsibilities

• Project Management & Delivery: Manage the full project lifecycle from initiation to closure, ensuring scope, timelines, quality, and delivery commitments are met.
• Stakeholder & Client Management: Act as the main point of contact for clients, maintain proactive communication, align expectations, manage challenging situations, and build long-term relationships.
• Change & Scope Management: Identify, assess, and document scope changes; prepare Change Requests, coordinate client approvals, and negotiate billing, timeline adjustments, or scope reprioritization when necessary.
• Financial & Margin Management: Track project financials, forecast and control budgets, monitor project profitability and margins, and ensure delivery remains aligned with commercial agreements.
• Risk Management: Identify project risks early, assess their potential impact, and develop and execute mitigation strategies.
• Integration & Process Management: Ensure smooth coordination across engineering, QA, BA, product, and other project stakeholders; establish and improve delivery processes.
• Release Management: Plan and coordinate releases while ensuring dependencies, scope, risks, and timelines are properly managed.
• Team Collaboration & Resource Planning: Work with Team Leads and HR to coordinate onboarding, resource allocation, capacity planning, and overall team well-being.
• Continuous Improvement: Identify opportunities to improve delivery processes, project transparency, and client communication.

Skills

Project Management

Fintech domain

SDLC knowledge

Stakeholder management

Risk analysis

Release planning

Jira/Confluence

English proficiency

Education

BA degree

Engineering degree

Tools

Jira

Confluence

Job description

Position Overview

We are looking for a Strong Middle Project Manager to join our software development team. This role is ideal for someone who can independently manage end-to-end delivery, work with distributed cross-functional teams, and serve as the key link between client expectations and internal execution. You will lead client engagements, ensure operational alignment, and support both financial health and long-term relationship growth. Most of the projects you will manage will be in the FinTech domain, requiring high attention to detail, security, and compliance standards.

Example of the projects New projects are coming, so we are looking for a PM to join several of them. These can include discovery phases, outsourced FinTech projects built from scratch, or solutions based on our DashDevs product — FintechCore, a configurable white-label FinTech platform. Depending on project size and complexity, you will typically manage 2–3 projects simultaneously. As a PM, you will work closely with the Delivery Manager, who will support you in aligning project delivery with strategic project and company goals.

YOUR BACKGROUND

• A 3+ years of commercial experience as a Project Manager in Fintech software development projects
• Strong knowledge of every phase of the software development lifecycle
• Ability to set up the processes and guide the team
• Ability to prioritize and control the deadlines
• Accurate Scope management
• Risk analysis and risk management
• Ability to plan and manage releases
• Lean development focus
• Confident communication skills that help to build relationships with both clients and teams
• Focus on value delivery and continuous improvement
• Experience with Jira, Confluence and project management software
• English — B2/C1 (Upper-Intermediate+)

Skills That Will Be a Plus

• BA experience
• Engineering experience or education
• Experience in the pre-sales process
• Technical background
• PM or Scrum Master certifications

Responsibilities

• Project Management & Delivery: Manage the full project lifecycle from initiation to closure, ensuring scope, timelines, quality, and delivery commitments are met.
• Stakeholder & Client Management: Act as the main point of contact for clients, maintain proactive communication, align expectations, manage challenging situations, and build long-term relationships.
• Change & Scope Management: Identify, assess, and document scope changes; prepare Change Requests, coordinate client approvals, and negotiate billing, timeline adjustments, or scope reprioritization when necessary.
• Financial & Margin Management: Track project financials, forecast and control budgets, monitor project profitability and margins, and ensure delivery remains aligned with commercial agreements.
• Risk Management: Identify project risks early, assess their potential impact, and develop and execute mitigation strategies.
• Integration & Process Management: Ensure smooth coordination across engineering, QA, BA, product, and other project stakeholders; establish and improve delivery processes.
• Release Management: Plan and coordinate releases while ensuring dependencies, scope, risks, and timelines are properly managed.
• Team Collaboration & Resource Planning: Work with Team Leads and HR to coordinate onboarding, resource allocation, capacity planning, and overall team well-being.
• Continuous Improvement: Identify opportunities to improve delivery processes, project transparency, and client communication.

WE OFFER

• 20 billable days off in the first year of cooperation, all next years — 25 billable days off
• Fair and competitive compensation