Project Manager

Vehant is looking for a dynamic and skilled Technical Software Project Manager to join our team in India. The successful candidate will play instrumental role in overseeing the execution of software projects, collaborating with technical teams, and ensuring the successful delivery of high-quality solutions. With a solid technical background and exceptional project management skills, the Technical Software Project Manager will be responsible for driving projects from inception to completion while adhering to industry best practices. If you’re a results-oriented leader with a passion for technology and a proven track record in software project management, we encourage you to apply.

Responsibilities

• Lead the end-to-end software project management lifecycle, focusing on project initiation, planning, execution, monitoring, and closure.
• Collaborate closely with cross-functional technical teams, including software engineers, designers, QA, and other stakeholders, to ensure alignment with project goals.
• Define project scope, objectives, and deliverables in consultation with stakeholders and technical team members.
• Develop comprehensive project plans detailing tasks, timelines, resource allocations, and dependencies, while adapting to dynamic project requirements.
• Utilize your technical expertise to guide the technical team in making informed decisions related to software architecture, design, and implementation.
• Implement and adapt Agile methodologies (Scrum, Kanban, etc.) to manage projects effectively and ensure continuous improvement.
• Coordinate and facilitate technical team meetings, providing transparent updates on project progress, risks, and mitigation strategies.
• Identify and manage technical risks, challenges, and roadblocks, and proactively develop strategies to address them.
• Ensure the timely delivery of high-quality software releases by overseeing testing, quality assurance, and validation processes.
• Communicate project status, technical metrics, and potential issues to stakeholders through regular status reports and updates.
• Drive ongoing improvement by capturing technical lessons learned and implementing best practices for future software projects.
• Stay updated on emerging technologies, industry trends, and advancements in software development.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related technical field. Master’s degree is a plus.
• 9+ years of experience in technical software project management, with a proven record of successfully delivering complex software solutions.
• Strong technical background with expertise in software development languages, frameworks, and architectures.
• Proficiency in Agile software development methodologies such as Scrum or Kanban.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to effectively convey complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Proven leadership abilities, including experience managing technical teams and guiding decision-making.
• Problem-solving mindset with the ability to navigate technical challenges and adapt to changing project requirements.
• Familiarity with project management tools (e.g., Jira, Trello, GitLab) is beneficial.