Technical Project Manager

InfoVision Inc.; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A technology consulting company is seeking a Technical Project Manager in Dallas, TX. The ideal candidate will lead software development projects focusing on backend APIs and middleware systems. Responsibilities include collaborating with cross-functional teams, creating project plans, and ensuring adherence to best practices. Must have strong Java/J2EE experience and a solid understanding of microservices architecture. This is a long-term contract position.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Project Manager managing technical software development projects.
• Strong background in Java/J2EE development and understanding of object-oriented programming.
• Solid experience working with RESTful APIs and API testing.
• Hands-on understanding of microservices architecture and distributed systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the end-to-end delivery of software development projects.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and ensure projects are delivered on time.
• Create and maintain project plans, timelines, risk assessments, and status reports.
• Facilitate Agile ceremonies and manage backlog items.

Skills

Project Management

Java/J2EE

RESTful APIs

Web APIs

Microservices Architecture

Agile Methodologies

DevOps Practices

Cloud Infrastructure

Tools

Jira

Confluence

Job description

Job Description

Client: Technical Project Manager
Long term contract

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the end-to-end delivery of software development projects with a strong focus on backend APIs and middleware systems.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including software engineers, QA, architects, product managers, and business stakeholders.
• Ensure projects are delivered on time, within scope, and within budget.
• Create and maintain project plans, timelines, risk assessments, and status reports.
• Review and understand technical components including Java-based microservices, REST/SOAP APIs, Web APIs, and middleware interfaces.
• Work with engineering leads to validate designs, ensure scalability, and troubleshoot integration issues.
• Facilitate Agile ceremonies (daily standups, sprint planning, retrospectives) and manage backlog items using tools such as Jira, Confluence, or equivalent.
• Ensure adherence to software development best practices, code quality, and DevOps processes.
• Act as the escalation point for project issues and work proactively to resolve risks and blockers.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Project Manager managing technical software development projects.
• Strong background in Java/J2EE development and understanding of object-oriented programming.
• Solid experience working with RESTful APIs, Web APIs, SOAPUI, and API testing.
• Hands-on understanding of microservices architecture and distributed systems.
• Experience in middleware systems integration, API gateways, and enterprise service buses (ESBs).
• Familiar with SDLC, Agile methodologies, and DevOps tools and practices.
• Excellent problem-solving, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Strong understanding of cloud-based infrastructure (AWS, Azure, or GCP preferred).

Location: Dallas, TX