Senior Technical Project Manager - Software Development

About the Role
Our client, a leading software solutions provider, is seeking a highly skilled Senior Technical Project Manager to join their dynamic team in Polokwane, Limpopo .
This role is crucial for overseeing the end-to-end delivery of complex software development projects.
You will be responsible for guiding agile development teams, managing project scope, timelines, budgets, and ensuring the successful deployment of high-quality software products.
The ideal candidate possesses a strong technical background coupled with extensive project management experience, enabling them to effectively bridge the gap between technical teams and business stakeholders.
This position offers a challenging and rewarding opportunity to contribute to innovative software solutions in a collaborative and progressive work environment.
Embrace a hybrid work model that blends the benefits of remote flexibility with in-office collaboration.Key ResponsibilitiesLead and manage the full lifecycle of software development projects using Agile methodologies (Scrum, Kanban).
Define project scope, requirements, and deliverables in collaboration with product owners and technical leads.Develop detailed project plans, schedules, and budgets, and track progress against milestones.Facilitate daily stand-ups, sprint planning, reviews, and retrospectives with development teams.Identify and manage project risks, dependencies, and impediments, implementing effective mitigation strategies.Ensure effective communication and collaboration among development teams, QA, DevOps, and business stakeholders.Monitor code quality, testing processes, and deployment pipelines to ensure timely delivery of robust software.Manage third-party vendor relationships and integrations as required for project success.Prepare comprehensive project status reports and present key findings to senior management.RequirementsBachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related technical field.A minimum of 6 years of experience in technical project management, specifically within software development environments.Proven experience managing projects using Agile frameworks (Scrum Master certification is a plus).
Strong understanding of software development lifecycle (SDLC), various programming languages, and architectural patterns.Experience with project management tools such as Jira, Confluence, and Azure DevOps.Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.Strong leadership and team motivation capabilities.Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to articulate complex technical concepts clearly.Experience managing distributed or remote development teams is advantageous.BenefitsCompetitive salary.Medical aid.Retirement savings plans.Generous annual leave.Employees benefit from a dynamic and innovative work culture, with ample opportunities for professional growth and skill development.
The hybrid work arrangement in Polokwane, Limpopo offers a balance of flexibility and structured collaboration.
Access to advanced technologies and the chance to work on cutting-edge software projects are core offerings.
Join a team dedicated to technical excellence and impactful software delivery.
Contribute to exciting projects that define the future of technology solutions.
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