Remote Lead Project Manager - Software Development

Placements24; Vereeniging; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent salary

Remote benefits

Professional development

Impactful projects

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Remote Lead Project Manager to guide software development projects from initiation to launch. This role requires strong leadership to manage distributed teams, mentor junior project managers, and ensure timely delivery of high-quality software solutions.

The ideal candidate has deep Agile knowledge, hands-on experience leading remote teams, and a passion for building exceptional products, driving innovation from anywhere.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering or related technical field.
• 10+ years of project management experience, with at least 5 years in software development.
• Proven experience leading and managing remote development teams.
• Expertise in Agile, Scrum, Kanban and other PPM methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage multiple software development projects from conception to completion.
• Oversee project planning, resource allocation, budget management and risk assessment.
• Mentor and guide a team of project managers and cross-functional development teams remotely.
• Ensure adherence to Agile/Scrum methodologies, facilitating sprint planning, reviews and retrospectives.
• Drive effective communication among dispersed team members and stakeholders.
• Champion best practices in software development project management and continuous improvement.

Skills

Leadership

Remote team management

Agile methodologies

Scrum

Kanban

Mentoring

Software development lifecycle

Stakeholder communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/Engineering

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an accomplished Remote Lead Project Manager to guide their software development projects from initiation to successful launch. This role requires exceptional leadership to manage distributed teams, mentor junior project managers, and ensure the timely delivery of high-quality software solutions. You will be responsible for overseeing the entire software development lifecycle, implementing best practices, and fostering a collaborative, productive remote work environment. The ideal candidate has a deep understanding of Agile methodologies and a passion for building exceptional software products, driving innovation from anywhere.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage multiple software development projects simultaneously from conception to completion.
• Oversee project planning, resource allocation, budget management, and risk assessment for software initiatives.
• Mentor and guide a team of project managers and cross-functional development teams in a remote setting.
• Ensure adherence to Agile/Scrum methodologies, facilitating sprint planning, reviews, and retrospectives.
• Drive effective communication and collaboration among geographically dispersed team members and stakeholders.
• Champion best practices in software development project management and continuous improvement.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related technical field.
• Minimum 10 years of experience in project management , with at least 5 years focused on software development .
• Proven experience in leading and managing remote development teams.
• Expertise in Agile, Scrum, Kanban, and other software development project management methodologies.
• Strong technical acumen and understanding of the software development lifecycle.

Benefits

• Excellent salary and comprehensive benefits package for remote employees.
• Flexible working hours and the ability to work from anywhere.
• Opportunities for advanced training and professional development in software project management.
• Chance to lead impactful software projects for a growing company.