Technical Project Manager: Hybrid, Driving Tech Innovation

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

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and bonuses

Hybrid work model

Health insurance and retirement plan

Professional development opportunities

Conferences and training

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a skilled Technical Project Manager in Stellenbosch, Western Cape, to oversee technical projects and align them with business objectives. Build strong collaboration with engineering, product, and R&D teams to deliver innovative technologies and solutions.

The ideal candidate has a solid technical background and at least 6 years’ experience in technical project management, with proven ability to drive multi-disciplinary initiatives from planning through delivery.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related technical discipline.
• Minimum of 6 years' experience in technical project management for software/hardware development.
• Strong knowledge of SDLC, Agile methodologies, and related technologies.
• Experience with Jira, Confluence or Trello.
• Ability to translate complex technical concepts into clear project plans.

Responsibilities

• Manage full lifecycle of technical projects from planning to closure.
• Define project scope and technical requirements with engineering and product teams.
• Develop detailed project plans and monitor progress and budgets.
• Identify risks and resolve issues to minimize timeline disruption.
• Communicate clearly with technical teams, management, and stakeholders.
• Ensure deliverables meet quality standards and industry practices.

Skills

Project management

SDLC

Agile methodologies

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or Engineering

Tools

Jira

Confluence

Trello

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a skilled Technical Project Manager in Stellenbosch, Western Cape, to oversee technical projects and align them with business objectives. Build strong collaboration with engineering, product, and R&D teams to deliver innovative technologies and solutions.

The ideal candidate has a solid technical background and at least 6 years’ experience in technical project management, with proven ability to drive multi-disciplinary initiatives from planning through delivery.