Hybrid Software Project Manager: Lead Agile Teams

Placements24; Polokwane; Hybrid; ZAR 700,000 - 1,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Health insurance

Professional growth opportunities

PM certifications

Job summary

Placements24 in Polokwane is seeking a seasoned Project Manager to oversee software development projects from concept to delivery in a hybrid work setting. You will coordinate cross-functional teams, define plans, and ensure solutions meet client needs and business goals.

The role requires at least 5 years of software project management experience, strong knowledge of Agile, Scrum, and Kanban, and excellent leadership and communication skills.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in software project management.
• Proven experience managing full software development lifecycles.
• Strong understanding of Agile, Scrum, and Kanban methodologies.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage both remote and on-site team members effectively.

Responsibilities

• Manage software development projects from conception through deployment, ensuring alignment with project goals.
• Develop detailed project plans, including scope, schedules, resource allocation, and budgets.
• Lead and motivate software development teams, fostering a collaborative and productive work atmosphere.
• Facilitate effective communication between development teams, stakeholders, and management.
• Identify and manage project risks, implementing mitigation strategies to ensure on-time delivery.
• Ensure adherence to Agile methodologies and best practices in software development.

Skills

Agile methodologies

Leadership

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Remote team management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related technical field

Job description

Placements24 in Polokwane is seeking a seasoned Project Manager to oversee software development projects from concept to delivery in a hybrid work setting. You will coordinate cross-functional teams, define plans, and ensure solutions meet client needs and business goals.

The role requires at least 5 years of software project management experience, strong knowledge of Agile, Scrum, and Kanban, and excellent leadership and communication skills.