Remote Senior Project Manager - E-commerce Platform Development

Placements24; Windsor Park (TN); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Retirement savings plan

Performance bonuses

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Remote Senior Project Manager to lead development and enhancement of e‑commerce platforms. This fully remote role oversees end-to-end projects from planning to deployment, partnering with product, design, development, and marketing teams to drive innovation and improve the online customer experience.

The ideal candidate has extensive experience in e‑commerce, strong Agile expertise, and a proven track record delivering complex digital projects in a virtual environment.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience as a Senior Project Manager focused on e-commerce platform development.
• Proven track record delivering complex digital projects in remote environments.
• Deep knowledge of e-commerce technologies and platforms (Shopify, Magento, or custom builds).
• Strong understanding of Agile/Scrum methodologies.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management.
• Proficiency with project management tools (Jira, Confluence, Asana) and collaboration tools.
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Business, Marketing, or related field.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning, execution, and delivery of e-commerce platform development projects.
• Manage scope, timelines, budgets, and resources effectively in a remote setting.
• Oversee cross-functional teams, including developers, designers, QA testers, and marketing specialists.
• Implement and manage Agile/Scrum methodologies for project development and delivery.
• Ensure the successful integration of new features, functionalities, and third-party services.
• Proactively identify and mitigate project risks, dependencies, and issues.
• Communicate project status, progress, and key decisions to stakeholders at all levels.
• Drive user experience (UX) and user interface (UI) improvements for the e-commerce platform.
• Ensure the platform meets performance, security, and scalability requirements.
• Conduct post-project reviews and capture lessons learned for continuous improvement.

Skills

Senior Project Management

E-commerce platforms

Agile / Scrum

Stakeholder management

Leadership

Jira / Confluence / Asana

Remote teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Business, Marketing, or related field

Tools

Jira

Confluence

Asana

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a rapidly expanding online retail group, is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Remote Senior Project Manager to lead the development and enhancement of their e-commerce platforms. This fully remote position allows you to work from any location, focusing on driving innovation and improving the online customer experience. You will be responsible for managing the end-to-end lifecycle of e-commerce projects, from strategic planning and requirements gathering to development, testing, and deployment. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of e-commerce technologies, agile methodologies, and a proven track record of successfully delivering complex digital projects. You will collaborate closely with product managers, development teams, UX/UI designers, and marketing teams to ensure seamless integration and optimal performance of the platform. This is a critical role in shaping the future of our client's online presence and driving business growth. We are seeking a leader who can inspire teams and deliver exceptional results in a virtual environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the planning, execution, and delivery of e-commerce platform development projects.
• Manage project scope, timelines, budgets, and resources effectively in a remote setting.
• Oversee cross-functional teams, including developers, designers, QA testers, and marketing specialists.
• Implement and manage Agile/Scrum methodologies for project development and delivery.
• Ensure the successful integration of new features, functionalities, and third-party services.
• Proactively identify and mitigate project risks, dependencies, and issues.
• Communicate project status, progress, and key decisions to stakeholders at all levels.
• Drive user experience (UX) and user interface (UI) improvements for the e-commerce platform.
• Ensure the platform meets performance, security, and scalability requirements.
• Conduct post-project reviews and capture lessons learned for continuous improvement.

Requirements

• Extensive experience as a Senior Project Manager, with a significant focus on e-commerce platform development.
• Proven track record of successfully delivering complex digital projects in a remote environment.
• In-depth knowledge of e-commerce technologies, platforms (e.g., Shopify, Magento, custom builds), and best practices.
• Strong understanding and practical application of Agile/Scrum methodologies.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Proficiency in project management software (e.g., Jira, Confluence, Asana) and collaboration tools.
• Experience with analytics, A/B testing, and conversion rate optimization is a plus.
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Business, Marketing, or a related field.
• Strong ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities effectively.

Benefits

This remote position offers a highly competitive salary, comprehensive health benefits, a retirement savings plan, and performance bonuses. Our client is committed to fostering a flexible and supportive work environment, investing in professional development and offering opportunities for career advancement. The company culture encourages innovation and collaboration. This role provides an excellent opportunity to make a significant impact on the growth of an e-commerce leader, working remotely and contributing to key initiatives for our client's operations based out of East London .