Technical Project Manager

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in India.

📋 Description

• Collaborate with product management and cross-functional software engineering teams to create value for stakeholders.

• Plan and manage multiple technology projects in alignment with overarching timelines.

• Assist in the management of dependencies.

• Ensure compliance with PMO governance standards.

• Lead and oversee projects at an executive level.

• Create comprehensive project plans addressing scope, schedule, budget, and resource distribution.

• Direct cross-functional project teams, including engineers, QA, and other technical personnel.

• Engage with management, project sponsors, clients, and various stakeholders.

• Take part in or facilitate backlog refinement, planning, and other essential ceremonies.

• Utilize Agile expertise to enhance team efficiency, visibility, and collaboration.

• Identify and address project risks, formulate contingency strategies, and manage expectations of stakeholders.

• Monitor and assist in resolving issues as they arise.

• Maintain project documentation and deliver regular status updates.

• Ensure projects are finalized on schedule, within budget, and meet stakeholder expectations.

• Collaborate with teams across different departments and geographic locations, as well as external partners and clients.

• Continuously enhance project management processes and methodologies.

⛳️ Requirements

• Bachelor's or master's degree in computer science, engineering, or equivalent experience.

• 11–15 years of experience, including over 7 years in managing technology projects of increasing complexity.

• Strong grasp of project management methodologies and best practices, such as Waterfall, Agile, and SAFe.

• Exceptional communication and leadership abilities, with a talent for working effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

• Capability to manage multiple projects concurrently, prioritize tasks, and function independently.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

• Experience with agile methodologies, including Scrum, and the ability to mentor and enhance teams in agile practices.

• Proficiency in project management tools like Jira and Airtable.

• Experience collaborating with technical teams, including software engineers and quality analysts.

• Familiarity with software development lifecycles and methodologies.

• Solid understanding of the Life Insurance and Annuity Industry — Preferred.

• Certifications in Scrum, SAFe, PMP, or other project management frameworks — Preferred.

🏝️ Benefits

• Equal Opportunity employer dedicated to fostering a diverse workforce.

• Opportunity to collaborate with intelligent, creative professionals.

• Engage with cutting-edge technologies, deeper data insights, and improved services.

• Remote work arrangement available in India.