Remote Project Manager - Software Development

Placements24; East London; Hybrid; ZAR 1,632,000 - 2,285,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote work

Home office equipment allowance

Professional development opportunities

Flexible work hours

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly skilled Remote Project Manager - Software Development to lead agile software initiatives from anywhere. You will drive end-to-end delivery, coordinate distributed teams, and ensure alignment with product owners and stakeholders to deliver high-quality software on time.

The role emphasizes strong communication, Scrum/Agile practices, SDLC expertise, and proficiency with Jira, Confluence, Slack, and Zoom.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience as a Project Manager focused on software development.
• Proven experience managing projects using Agile and Scrum in a remote setting.
• Strong understanding of SDLC and latest software technologies.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills for distributed teams.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end lifecycle of software development projects from initiation to deployment.
• Facilitate Agile ceremonies (sprint planning, stand-ups, reviews, retrospectives) for remote teams.
• Coordinate with engineering, product managers and designers to define requirements and deliverables.
• Monitor progress, dependencies, risks, and issues, ensuring timely delivery.
• Maintain clear communication among stakeholders through remote channels and documentation.

Skills

Agile

Remote leadership

SDLC knowledge

Jira/Confluence proficiency

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/Engineering

Tools

Slack

Zoom

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly skilled Remote Project Manager - Software Development to lead their agile software development initiatives from anywhere. This role is crucial for managing the entire software development lifecycle, ensuring that projects are delivered on time, within scope, and to the highest quality standards. You will work with distributed engineering teams, product owners, and stakeholders to foster collaboration, streamline processes, and drive innovation. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced remote project manager to make a significant impact on software delivery in a flexible, virtual work environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the end-to-end lifecycle of software development projects, from initiation to deployment and maintenance.
• Facilitate agile ceremonies (sprint planning, daily stand-ups, sprint reviews, retrospectives) for remote teams.
• Coordinate with engineering teams, product managers, and designers to define project requirements and deliverables.
• Track project progress, identify dependencies, and proactively manage risks and issues.
• Ensure clear and consistent communication among all project stakeholders through various remote channels.
• Maintain project documentation, including backlogs, sprint reports, and release plans.

Requirements

• Minimum 5 years of experience as a Project Manager , with a strong focus on software development projects .
• Proven experience managing projects using Agile and Scrum methodologies in a remote setting.
• Excellent understanding of the software development lifecycle (SDLC) and common technologies.
• Strong proficiency with project management and collaboration tools (e.g., Jira, Confluence, Slack, Zoom).
• Exceptional communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills for a remote workforce.
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.

Benefits

• Competitive salary with potential for performance bonuses.
• Fully remote work arrangement, offering significant flexibility.
• Home office equipment allowance and technology support.
• Opportunities for continuous learning and professional development in software and remote work best practices.
• A collaborative and innovative remote-first culture.