Project Manager - C/C++ & IBM MQ

Unison Group; Singapore; On-site; SGD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A technology solutions provider in Singapore seeks an experienced Project Manager to lead cross-functional teams and oversee project delivery using C/C++ and IBM MQ. The ideal candidate will have 10+ years in IT, including 4 years in project management, and a strong technical background. Responsibilities include managing project lifecycles, collaborating with business stakeholders, and ensuring high-quality delivery in a complex environment.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of IT experience with at least 4 years in a project management capacity.
• Proven experience in leading technical projects and managing cross-functional teams.
• PMP, PRINCE2, or Agile certification is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage full lifecycle software delivery using C/C++ and IBM MQ.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to define project scope, goals, and deliverables.
• Develop project plans, schedules, and resource allocations.
• Identify and mitigate project risks and issues proactively.
• Manage communication across teams ensuring clear visibility of progress.

Skills

C/C++ programming

IBM MQ

multi-threaded applications

socket programming

Unix/Linux environments

enterprise integration

messaging middleware

distributed systems

SDLC

Agile methodologies

DevOps practices

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field

Tools

Jira

Rally

MS Project

Job description

We are seeking an experienced Project Manager with a strong technical background in C/C++ development and IBM MQ messaging systems. The ideal candidate will lead cross-functional development teams, manage project delivery end-to-end, and ensure successful implementation of enterprise-grade applications in a complex, high-performance environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage full lifecycle software delivery using C/C++ and IBM MQ-based solutions.
• Collaborate with business stakeholders, architects, and developers to define project scope, goals, and deliverables.
• Develop detailed project plans, schedules, and resource allocations, ensuring timely and high-quality delivery.
• Identify, track, and mitigate project risks and issues proactively.
• Manage communication across teams and stakeholders, ensuring clear visibility of progress and dependencies.
• Oversee code quality, technical design reviews, and adherence to best practices.
• Drive continuous improvement in processes, tools, and methodologies.
• Provide leadership and mentoring to team members, fostering a culture of accountability and collaboration.

Requirements

Technical Skills Required

• Strong hands-on experience or background in C/C++ programming.
• Expertise in IBM MQ (Message Queuing) – configuration, integration, and troubleshooting.
• Solid understanding of multi-threaded applications, socket programming, andinter-process communication.
• Familiarity with Unix/Linux environments and shell scripting.
• Experience with enterprise integration, messaging middleware, or distributed systems.
• Knowledge of SDLC, Agile and DevOps practices.

Project Management Skills

• Proven experience in leading technical projects and managing cross-functional teams.
• Strong proficiency in Agile (Scrum/Kanban) or Waterfall methodologies.
• Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and presentation skills.
• Experience with project tracking tools such as Jira, Rally, or MS Project.
• PMP, PRINCE2, or Agile certification is a plus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• 10+ years of IT experience with at least 4 years in a project management capacity.

Preferred Experience

• Financial services or banking domain exposure.
• Experience managing projects involving real-time systems, low-latency trading, or messaging middleware.
• Prior experience working with geographically distributed teams.