Senior Project Manager

We are looking for a highly skilled SeniorProject Manager with strong expertise in business analysis and experience working with engineering and UI/UX teams. In this role, you will drive the successful execution of one of our key projects, ensuring its strategic growth and operational efficiency. You will work closely with stakeholders, developers, designers, and analysts to define, build, and optimize products that align with business objectives and user needs.

Your Key Responsibilities:

Project Planning & Execution

• Define project scope, objectives, and key deliverables, ensuring alignment with business goals.
• Develop detailed project roadmaps, incorporating user needs, business requirements, and technical feasibility.
• Establish clear project milestones, timelines, and resource allocation strategies.
• Implement and maintain Agile project management methodologies.

Business Analysis & Requirements Management

• Gather and analyze business requirements, collaborating with stakeholders to refine needs and expectations.
• Translate business goals into functional and technical requirements for development teams.
• Conduct market and competitor analysis to inform product decisions.
• Work closely with product owners to ensure business objectives are reflected in the backlog and prioritization.

Collaboration with UI/UX Teams

• Facilitate cooperation between design, development, and business teams to create intuitive and engaging user experiences.
• Ensure UI/UX design principles are embedded into the product development process.
• Validate design solutions through usability testing and user feedback analysis.
• Provide input on wireframes, prototypes, and design systems to maintain consistency and usability.

Project Execution & Delivery

• Manage project scope, timelines, risks, budget, and quality, ensuring successful delivery.
• Implement best practices for change management and scope adjustments.
• Utilize project management tools to track progress, manage dependencies, and mitigate risks.
• Proactively identify bottlenecks, resolve roadblocks, and ensure continuous team alignment.

Team & Stakeholder Management

• Lead cross-functional teams, ensuring effective collaboration between engineers, analysts, designers, and business leaders.
• Coordinate with senior leadership (Head of PMO, COO, CEO) on project status, challenges, and strategic adjustments.
• Foster a culture of accountability, transparency, and continuous improvement.
• Conduct regular project status meetings, retrospectives, and sprint planning sessions.

Quality Assurance & Post-Launch Support

• Oversee testing and validation processes to ensure high-quality project deliverables.
• Work with QA teams to implement robust testing frameworks.
• Support product adoption, user onboarding, and continuous improvement initiatives post-launch.
• Maintain and archive project documentation for future reference and knowledge sharing.

Requirements & Skills:

• 4+ years of experience as a Project Manager in product or technology-driven companies.
• Strong background in business analysis, with experience in requirements gathering, stakeholder communication, and documentation.
• Experience collaborating with UI/UX teams, ensuring seamless user experiences.
• Solid understanding of the software development life cycle (SDLC) and Agile methodologies.
• Proficiency in project management tools such as Jira, Confluence and Asana.
• Hands-on experience managing multiple priorities in fast-paced environments.
• Strong leadership, negotiation, and communication skills.
• Problem-solving and decision-making mindset with a proactive and flexible approach.
• Experience in process optimization and change management.
• Ability to guide and mentor development teams while maintaining strong relationships with senior leadership.
• Proficient in English (written and spoken).

Nice to Have:

• Experience managing distributed or remote teams.
• Technical background or experience with software development.
• Certifications: PMI, PMP, or Agile certifications (Scrum Master, Product Owner, etc.).
• Industry experience in Fintech, E-commerce, Payments, or SaaS projects.

Our Hiring Process:

1. Application Screening
2. Interview Stages (2-3 weeks)
• Prescreening Call (40 min)
• Technical Interview with COO (60 min)
• Soft Skills Interview Head of PMO (60 min)
• Final Interview with CEO (40 min)

1. Job Offer & Background Check

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