Technical Project Manager / Task Lead

Overview

Remote
Depends on Experience
Full Time

Skills

Agile
Cloud Computing
DevOps
PMP

Job Details

Job Title: Technical Project Manager / Task Lead

Location: Remote
Job Type: Full-Time
Experience Level: Mid to Senior Level

About the Role:
We are seeking skilled Technical Project Managers / Task Leads who can drive complex technical projects from inception to delivery. This role requires professionals with a solid grasp of software development lifecycle (SDLC), cloud concepts, and the ability to interface effectively with both technical teams and business stakeholders. Unlike traditional consulting PMs, we are looking for doers leaders who can roll up their sleeves, understand the technical nuances, and ensure successful execution.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Own and drive the delivery of technical projects across cross-functional teams.

  • Manage project scope, timelines, milestones, deliverables, and risks.

  • Collaborate with engineers, architects, and operations teams to ensure alignment on goals and deliverables.

  • Facilitate and guide SDLC processes including planning, development, testing, deployment, and support.

  • Coordinate closely with stakeholders, translating business requirements into actionable plans.

  • Lead stand-ups, sprint planning, retrospectives, and other agile ceremonies.

  • Track progress and provide transparent updates to leadership and stakeholders.

  • Identify bottlenecks and proactively drive resolution.

Key Qualifications:

  • Proven experience in managing software or infrastructure projects with technical depth.

  • Strong understanding of SDLC processes and agile methodologies.

  • Exposure to cloud environments (e.g., AWS, Azure, Google Cloud Platform) no deep hands-on skills required, but must understand the ecosystem.

  • Ability to comprehend and communicate technical details effectively with developers and stakeholders alike.

  • Excellent organizational and stakeholder management skills.

  • Strong problem-solving skills and a bias for action.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Background in software engineering, DevOps, or infrastructure a plus.

  • PMP, CSM, or similar certifications are a plus but not required.

  • Experience in environments with microservices, CI/CD, or cloud-native applications is advantageous.

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