Project Manager with extensive experience in IT software development to lead complex, high-impact projects. In this role, PM oversees all aspects of project management, including strategy, planning, execution, and delivery, ensuring successful outcomes across multiple software development teams. As a PM also mentors junior project managers and collaborates closely with senior leadership to drive business goals.

‍Key responsibilities

• Strategic project leadership:
  
  • Lead and manage large, complex, and high-priority software development projects from inception to completion, ensuring alignment with business goals and objectives.
  • Define project scope, goals, deliverables, and timelines, ensuring that all stakeholders are aligned on expectations and outcomes.
  • Develop and manage detailed project plans, including resource allocation, risk management, and change control processes.

• Cross-functional team leadership:
  
  • Lead cross-functional teams across various disciplines (development, QA, UX/UI, operations, etc.) to deliver high-quality software products on time and within budget.
  • Mentor and guide junior and mid-level project managers to ensure high performance across the project management team.
  • Build and maintain strong relationships with key internal and external stakeholders, including executive leadership, clients, and third-party vendors.

• Agile & methodology expertise:
  
  • Drive the adoption and refinement of Agile methodologies (Scrum, Kanban, etc.) across software development teams, ensuring processes are optimised for efficiency and quality.
  • Serve as a Scrum Master or Agile Coach, facilitating sprint planning, stand-ups, retrospectives, and release planning meetings.
  • Provide thought leadership on the implementation of best practices in project management, process improvement, and risk management.

• Stakeholder & client engagement:
  
  • Act as the primary point of contact for senior stakeholders, including executives, clients, and external vendors, ensuring transparency in communication and project progress.
  • Lead client-facing discussions, providing regular updates, managing expectations, and proactively addressing any concerns or issues.
  • Translate business requirements into actionable technical deliverables, ensuring alignment with stakeholder needs.

• Risk, issues, and budget management:
  
  • Proactively identify, assess, and mitigate project risks, ensuring issues are addressed before they become roadblocks to success.
  • Manage project budgets, ensuring resource allocation and spending are within limits and optimising resource usage.
  • Escalate unresolved issues and risks to the executive team and stakeholders with actionable solutions and mitigation strategies.

• Continuous improvement & process optimisation:
  
  • Drive continuous improvement by implementing process enhancements, tools, and methodologies that increase efficiency, reduce costs, and improve project delivery.
  • Regularly assess project health and provide guidance on improving team performance, timelines, and resource utilisation.
  • Champion lessons learned across teams and share best practices to improve future project outcomes.

‍Qualification and skill set

• Experience:
  
  • 3+ years of experience in IT project management.
  • Proven experience with the full project lifecycle, from conception to delivery and post-launch support.
  • Deep experience in managing and delivering projects using Agile (Scrum, Kanban), Waterfall, or hybrid methodologies.
  • Experience managing teams of 10+ people and collaborating with senior leadership.

• Technical skills:
  
  • Strong technical background, with a solid understanding of software development processes and technologies (e.g., software architecture, cloud platforms, databases, APIs).
  • Proficiency with project management tools such as Jira, Confluence, Microsoft Project, or similar platforms.
  • Knowledge of continuous integration, CI/CD practices, and DevOps principles.

• Certifications:
  
  • PMP (Project Management Professional) or equivalent certification (preferred).
  • Scrum Master certification (CSM or equivalent) or Agile Coach certification (required).
  • Other relevant certifications (e.g., ITIL, Lean Six Sigma) are a plus.

• Soft skills:
  
  • Exceptional leadership, interpersonal, and communication skills, with the ability to manage multiple stakeholders across diverse teams.
  • Strong decision-making and problem-solving abilities, with a proactive, solution-oriented mindset.
  • Ability to navigate and lead projects in a fast-paced, dynamic environment while maintaining attention to detail and high-quality standards.
  • Excellent time management and organisational skills, with experience managing multiple high-priority projects simultaneously.

Will be an advantage

• Experience working with enterprise-level software systems and technologies (e.g., ERP, CRM, cloud platforms).
• Background in managing large-scale transformation or digital transformation projects.
• Familiarity with DevOps, microservices, and modern software development practices.
• Experience in a client-facing role or managing external partnerships.

Why join VITech?

• Work in an agile team with a high-quality code environment and use modern technologies to deliver software that provides value;
• Interesting projects with a focus on the Healthcare industry, where communication with clients is a part of daily work;
• Professional growth opportunities with our corporate development programs;
• People-oriented corporate culture where your individuality is appreciated.

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