Technical Project Manager

Role & responsibilities

• Define and document project scope, objectives, and success criteria.
• Manage and prioritise technology-driven projects, ensuring on-time and high-quality delivery.
• Coordinate with development teams to ensure smooth software deployment and integration.
• Conduct risk assessments and develop mitigation strategies.
• Track and report project progress, milestones, and key performance indicators (KPIs).
• Communicate project updates and potential blockers to leadership and stakeholders.
• Ensure technical teams follow best practices, coding standards, and architectural guidelines.
• Utilise Agile, Scrum, or Kanban methodologies for efficient project execution.
• Work closely with quality assurance (QA) teams to guarantee high-quality project deliverables.
• Track and optimise project costs, timelines, and resource utilisation.
• Support post-implementation reviews and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Work with vendors and external partners on technology implementations.
• Implement best practices in project management, DevOps, and software development.

Required Skills

• Bachelors degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Technology, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in technical project management, software development, IT project delivery, or technical leadership.
• Expertise in software development, cloud platforms, DevOps, and IT infrastructure.
• Strong understanding of software development life cycle (SDLC), databases, system architecture, and cybersecurity.
• Knowledge of cloud computing (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud Platform).
• Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines, microservices, and API integration.
• Experience with agile methodologies (Scrum, Kanban) and project management tools
• Excellent problem-solving, critical thinking, and stakeholder communication skills.
• Experience with risk management, technical leadership, and quality assurance.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills to interact with technical and non-technical teams.
• High adaptability with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment

Preferred Skills

• Advanced degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• Relevant certifications, such as PMP, PRINCE2, CSM (Certified Scrum Master), PMI-ACP, or SAFe Agile.
• Experience managing AI, IoT, blockchain, or big data projects.
• Familiarity with budgeting, vendor management, and contract negotiation.
• Proficiency in SQL, Python, Java, or other programming languages.
• Familiarity with ITIL frameworks and enterprise project management