Senior Remote Project Manager - Software Development

Placements24; Randburg; Hybrid; ZAR 1,000,000 - 1,400,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance bonuses

Remote work

Health insurance

Home office allowance

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a seasoned Senior Project Manager to lead diverse software development initiatives in a fully remote capacity. You will oversee the entire lifecycle from requirements to deployment and ensure on-time, within-scope delivery with high quality.

You will manage distributed teams, drive Agile practices, assess risks, and provide detailed updates to stakeholders while fostering collaboration across continents and time zones.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of professional experience in software project management.
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, IT or related field.
• Proven success managing complex software projects with Agile methodologies.
• Strong understanding of the software development lifecycle (SDLC).
• Excellent leadership and remote collaboration skills.
• Proficiency with Jira, Confluence, and Azure DevOps.

Responsibilities

• Manage the planning, execution, and delivery of multiple software development projects.
• Define project scope, objectives, deliverables, timelines, and resource requirements.
• Lead and motivate geographically dispersed development teams with Agile/Scrum.
• Identify, assess, and manage project risks, issues, and dependencies; implement mitigation strategies.
• Track progress, milestones, and budget; provide regular status reports to management and stakeholders.
• Facilitate remote sprint planning, daily stand-ups, sprint reviews, and retrospectives.

Skills

Agile methodologies

Leadership

Communication

Remote collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science/Information Technology

Tools

Jira

Confluence

Azure DevOps

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a seasoned Senior Project Manager to spearhead diverse software development projects, operating in a fully remote capacity. This pivotal role will involve managing the entire software development lifecycle, from requirement gathering and planning to execution, testing, and deployment. You will ensure projects are delivered on time, within scope, and to the highest quality standards, fostering collaboration among distributed teams and driving the successful launch of innovative software solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the planning, execution, and delivery of multiple software development projects concurrently.
• Define project scope, objectives, deliverables, timelines, and resource requirements in collaboration with product owners and engineering leads.
• Lead and motivate geographically dispersed development teams, ensuring clear communication and adherence to Agile/Scrum methodologies.
• Identify, assess, and manage project risks, issues, and dependencies, implementing effective mitigation strategies.
• Track project progress, milestones, and budget, providing regular, detailed status reports to senior management and stakeholders.
• Facilitate effective sprint planning, daily stand-ups, sprint reviews, and retrospectives in a remote setting.

Requirements

• A minimum of 8 years of professional experience in project management , specifically within software development environments.
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• Demonstrated success in managing complex software projects using Agile methodologies.
• Strong understanding of the software development lifecycle (SDLC).
• Excellent leadership, communication, problem-solving, and interpersonal skills, adapted for remote teams.
• Proficiency with project management tools like Jira, Confluence, and Azure DevOps.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.
• Completely remote work opportunity, offering unparalleled flexibility.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance coverage.
• Generous allowance for home office equipment and professional development opportunities.
• Chance to work on cutting-edge software projects with a talented international team.