Software Development Project Manager

Port Elizabeth, Eastern Cape, South Africa

Job Description


Role:

Our client is looking for an experienced Technical Project Manager to lead and

coordinate both in-house and outsourced software development projects. The ideal candidate

will have a sound technical foundation, excellent project management skills, and the ability to

oversee the entire project lifecycle. Experience with Microsoft SQL and C# is required, as well

as expertise in client management for outsourced projects.

Required Skills / Experience:

  • Must have experience working with projects involving Microsoft SQL and C#.
  • Experience implementing and managing workstreams.
  • Good organisational skills with experience using software platforms for project
management.
  • Ability to toggle between strategic planning and operational delivery.
  • Ability to engage technically to have a good understanding of challenges facing the
development team and operational teams.

Responsibilities:
  • Managing a development team of up to 5 developers.
  • Attending daily stand-ups with the development team.
  • Partner with developers to manage quality, time and scope of deliverables whilst tracking
progress and velocity.
  • Be a key contributor to the overall project delivery schedule in conjunction with the lead
developer.
  • Cooperating with Engineering teams to define and maintain estimates and plans, track
progress and manage project issues, risks, and opportunities.
  • Organize and lead regular status meetings to keep all stakeholders informed about project
progress, issues, and resolutions.
  • Monitor and manage project budgets, ensuring efficient use of resources.
  • Assist other teams directly with SQL requirements / and or have them facilitated by the
development team.

Personal Qualities:
  • Excellent time management skills.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Confident presenter and influencer.
  • Strong analytical skills and a technically minded individual.
  • Able to work independently as well as part of a team with a hands-on, sleeves-rolled-up
approach.
  • Meticulous attention to project details and ability to manage the administrative
requirements thereof.

Reporting directly to:
  • Company Director
Working closely with:
  • Software development teams.
  • Lead software engineer.
  • Senior management team.
  • Internal software users.
  • External stakeholders and project managers for external software.
Qualifications:
  • Proven experience as a Technical Project Manager in software development.
  • Strong full-stack experience with the ability to review and contribute to code during
project downtimes.
  • Proficient in project management tools and methodologies.
  • Experience with Microsoft SQL.
  • Solid understanding of software development processes and best practices.

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Job Detail

  • Job Id
    JD1293383
  • Industry
    Not mentioned
  • Total Positions
    1
  • Job Type:
    Full Time
  • Salary:
    Not mentioned
  • Employment Status
    Permanent
  • Job Location
    Port Elizabeth, Eastern Cape, South Africa
  • Education
    Not mentioned