software project manager
We seek the expertise of a full-time Software Project Manager who will assume the important reponsibility of accuratley planning, leading and managing a number of internal and external projects.
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Roles and Responsability
- Plan, lead and manage the execution of small/medium size software engineering projects through their full life-cycle, from concept through to product delivery.
- Work with customers to gather accurate project requirements and expectations.
- Prepare project plans and project contracts.
- Accurately and effectively manage stakeholders, e.g. customers, contributors, management.
- Oversee all software configuration management and quality assurance activities.
- Lead the continuous improvement of software engineering processes.
- Effectively manage churn within projects, ensuring optimal performance of engineering teams.
Essential Skills required
- At least 5 years of proven experience in managing software development projects through their full life-cycle.
- Proven ability to negotiate with customers and contributors to form requirements and plans.
- High attention to detail in all aspects of project planning, management and oversight.
- Excellent written and verbal communication, presentation and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work on own initiative in a dynamic and fast-paced business environment.
- Good understanding of software and electronics technology.
- Expert in the use of Microsoft Project, Excel and PowerPoint.
Advantageous Skills
- Formal project management qualification, e.g. PMP.
- 5 years + hands-on experience in the design and development of software.
- Experience of software version control systems and bug trackers, e.g. Subversion, Trac.
Benefits
Remuneration will be proportional to your level of experience. You will also grow your expertise in a challenging and exciting environment where you will work closely with highly experienced engineers.