Senior IT Project Manager

Jobtailor; Rockville (MD); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor seeks an IT Project Manager to lead digital transformation efforts, drive system design, and oversee delivery across multiple projects. The role requires strong client communication, budget planning, and data-driven decision making to ensure on-time, quality results.

The ideal candidate will manage a diverse technical team, coordinate with stakeholders, and translate business requirements into actionable specifications.

Qualifications

• 12+ years of relevant experience, with education substituting for some experience
• 4+ years of formal project management experience
• 2+ years of supervisory experience
• Experience with federal government programs
• Experience with full lifecycle software development and multiple programming languages
• Proficient with databases like MySQL, PostgreSQL, MongoDB, and ElasticSearch
• Experience with Agile/Scrum, GitHub/GitLab, and CI/CD pipelines
• Strong requirement writing and cross-functional coordination

Responsibilities

• Lead IT project management and system design across projects
• Oversee delivery schedules, quality processes, and cross-functional coordination
• Manage client communications and budget planning
• Drive data-informed decisions and continuous improvement
• Supervise technical team and develop talent
• Translate business needs into technical specs
• Develop integrated project schedules and ensure timely completion
• Ensure quality management and compliance across projects

Skills

C++

Python

Java

JavaScript

R

Bash

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

MySQL

PostgreSQL

MongoDB

ElasticSearch

GitHub

CI/CD pipelines

Job description

Responsibilities

• Play a pivotal role in our Digital Transformation efforts as an IT Project Manager
• Lead technical execution and system design across projects
• Oversee delivery schedules, quality processes, and cross-functional coordination
• Manage client communications and contribute to budget planning
• Drive continuous improvement through data-informed decision-making and project management
• Supervise a diverse technical team, managing workload distribution, guiding problem-solving, and providing performance feedback
• Support hiring, onboarding, and training to ensure team growth and success
• Facilitate cross-functional meetings and ensure alignment of messaging across teams and stakeholders
• Manage incoming technical requests and system enhancement tickets
• Translate business and user requirements into actionable technical specifications
• Lead development of integrated project schedules and ensure timely completion of all technical and administrative tasks
• Take accountability for the effectiveness of quality management processes
• Lead compliance efforts for technical projects
• Coordinate cross-functional activities and implement innovative solutions

Requirements

• High School Degree
• 12+ years of relevant experience, additional education substitutes for experience
• 4+ years of project management experience
• 2+ years of supervisory experience
• 4+ years of experience with federal government
• Experience in full lifecycle software development, with proficiency in programming languages such as C++, Python, Java, JavaScript, R, and scripting languages (e.g., Bash)
• Experience with databases such as MySQL, PostgreSQL, MongoDB, and ElasticSearch
• Experience supporting federal clients or agencies (e.g., HHS, DHS, DoD, CMS)
• Familiarity with development tools and environments including Jupyter Notebooks, GitHub, GitLab, Agile/Scrum, and CI/CD pipelines
• Experience leading complex, cross-functional IT projects from initiation through closeout
• Demonstrated success managing multiple concurrent projects or task orders
• Experience managing the technical intake processes
• Ability to write clear, structured requirements documentation
• Strong attention to detail and demonstrated ability to execute instructions
• Intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Office productivity software and collaboration tools such as Microsoft Teams and SharePoint
• Ability to travel and or report on-site to Ripple HQ (Rockville, MD) or client locations (in the DMV‑area) on an as‑needed basis