Remote Technical Project Manager - Software Integration

Placements24; East London; Ibrido; ZAR 900.000 - 1.200.000; Tempo pieno

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

Fully remote

Professional development

Remote team culture

Descrizione del lavoro

WhatJobs Direct is seeking a technically adept Remote Project Manager to lead end-to-end software integration projects from anywhere in South Africa. You will coordinate API work, data mapping, testing, and integration architecture with distributed teams while ensuring high-quality deliverables.

Ideal candidates have a strong SDLC background, experience with REST/SOAP APIs, and comfort managing remote, cross-functional teams in agile and waterfall environments.

Competenze

• 6+ years of project management experience with a strong technical focus on software integration, API management, or systems engineering.
• Proven track record delivering complex software integration projects end-to-end.
• Solid understanding of SDLC, APIs (REST, SOAP), data formats (JSON, XML), and middleware tech.

Mansioni

• Lead planning, execution, and delivery of software integration projects with emphasis on system interoperability.
• Define scope, objectives, deliverables, timelines, and resources with tech architects, developers, and stakeholders.
• Develop detailed project plans including budget tracking and resource allocation.
• Oversee API development, data mapping, and testing for integrations.
• Identify risks and dependencies and implement mitigation strategies.
• Ensure adherence to security, standards, and architectural best practices.

Conoscenze

Leadership

Communication

Remote team management

Agile

SDLC understanding

Formazione

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, IT

Strumenti

Jira

Confluence

MS Project

Descrizione del lavoro

About the Role

Our client, WhatJobs Direct, is actively seeking a technically adept and highly organized Remote Project Manager to spearhead software integration projects. This role is fully remote, allowing you to work from anywhere in South Africa, and supports operations related to East London, Eastern Cape, ZA. You will be responsible for the end-to-end management of projects involving the integration of various software systems, APIs, and platforms. The ideal candidate will possess a strong technical background, a deep understanding of software development lifecycles, and proven experience in managing complex integration initiatives within a remote-first environment. Excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills are essential for successfully coordinating distributed teams and ensuring seamless system connectivity. This is a fantastic opportunity to drive critical technical projects while enjoying the flexibility of remote work.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the planning, execution, and delivery of software integration projects, ensuring successful system interoperability.
• Define project scope, objectives, deliverables, timelines, and resource requirements in collaboration with technical architects, developers, and business stakeholders.
• Develop and manage detailed project plans, including budget tracking and resource allocation for integration initiatives.
• Oversee the technical aspects of software integrations, including API development, data mapping, and testing.
• Identify, assess, and manage technical risks, issues, and dependencies, implementing effective mitigation strategies.
• Ensure all integration projects adhere to technical standards, security protocols, and architectural best practices.
• Facilitate clear and consistent communication among geographically dispersed project team members, stakeholders, and vendors.
• Monitor project progress, technical performance, and quality, providing regular status reports to leadership.
• Manage change control processes and ensure comprehensive technical documentation is maintained.
• Conduct post-project reviews to capture lessons learned and identify opportunities for improving integration processes and methodologies.

Requirements

• A minimum of 6 years of experience in project management, with a strong technical focus on software integration, API management, or systems engineering.
• Proven experience managing the full lifecycle of complex software integration projects.
• Solid understanding of software development lifecycles (SDLC), APIs (REST, SOAP), data formats (JSON, XML), and middleware technologies.
• Experience managing remote or distributed technical teams effectively.
• Proficiency in project management methodologies (Agile, Waterfall) and tools (e.g., Jira, Confluence, MS Project).
• Excellent leadership, technical communication, problem-solving, and stakeholder management skills.
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Information Technology, or a related technical field.
• Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and microservices architecture is a plus.
• Ability to work independently and manage time effectively in a remote work environment.
• Strong understanding of system architecture and network protocols.

Benefits

• A competitive annual salary of R .
• Fully remote position with the flexibility to work from anywhere in South Africa.
• Opportunity to work on cutting-edge software integration and architecture projects.
• Professional development and training opportunities in advanced technical areas.
• A collaborative and supportive remote team culture.
• Contribute to enhancing the technical backbone of a leading organization.