Senior Remote Project Manager - SaaS

Placements24; Paarl; Hybrid; ZAR 1,959,000 - 2,938,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Top-tier pay

Fully remote

Healthcare coverage

Dev & cert budget

High-visibility projects

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Remote Project Manager to lead complex SaaS product initiatives for distributed teams. This fully remote role centers on delivering software solutions that align with customer needs, roadmaps, and business goals.

You will drive strategy, manage budgets and timelines, and collaborate with Product, Engineering, QA, and stakeholders in a virtual setting, applying Agile/Scrum practices and strong leadership to ensure successful releases.

Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years of experience as a Project Manager, with a strong focus on SaaS or software development projects.
• Proven experience managing projects entirely in a remote or distributed team setting.
• Deep understanding of Agile/Scrum frameworks and best practices for software development.
• Exceptional leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills, tailored for virtual interactions.
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Business, or a related discipline.
• Experience with project management tools such as Jira, Confluence, and version control systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead the planning, execution, and delivery of major SaaS product development projects remotely.
• Manage project scope, timelines, budgets, and resources, ensuring successful outcomes for complex software initiatives.
• Collaborate closely with Product Management, Engineering, QA, and other cross-functional teams in a virtual environment.
• Implement and refine Agile/Scrum methodologies for optimal team performance and delivery cadence.
• Proactively identify, assess, and mitigate project risks and dependencies affecting software releases.
• Communicate project status, key decisions, and potential roadblocks to stakeholders effectively through virtual channels.

Skills

SaaS project management

Remote team leadership

Stakeholder management

Agile/Scrum

Software development understanding

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Business, or related discipline

Tools

Jira

Confluence

Version control systems

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly experienced Senior Remote Project Manager to lead complex projects for their SaaS (Software as a Service) product offerings. This is a fully remote position, requiring you to manage distributed teams and ensure the successful delivery of software solutions that meet evolving customer needs. You will drive project strategy, manage stakeholder expectations, and ensure alignment with product roadmaps and business goals. This role offers the opportunity to shape impactful software projects from anywhere, working within a culture that values autonomy, collaboration, and continuous improvement in a fully digital setting.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the planning, execution, and delivery of major SaaS product development projects remotely.


• Manage project scope, timelines, budgets, and resources, ensuring successful outcomes for complex software initiatives.


• Collaborate closely with Product Management, Engineering, QA, and other cross-functional teams in a virtual environment.


• Implement and refine Agile/Scrum methodologies for optimal team performance and delivery cadence.


• Proactively identify, assess, and mitigate project risks and dependencies affecting software releases.


• Communicate project status, key decisions, and potential roadblocks to stakeholders effectively through virtual channels.

Requirements

• Minimum of 8 years of experience as a Project Manager , with a strong focus on SaaS or software development projects.


• Proven experience managing projects entirely in a remote or distributed team setting.


• Deep understanding of Agile/Scrum frameworks and best practices for software development.


• Exceptional leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills, tailored for virtual interactions.


• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Business, or a related discipline.


• Experience with project management tools such as Jira, Confluence, and version control systems.

Benefits

• Top-tier compensation package with significant performance-based incentives.


• Fully remote work arrangement, offering unparalleled flexibility.


• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.


• Generous budget for professional development, conferences, and certifications.


• Opportunity to lead high-visibility projects within a fast-growing SaaS company.