Job Summary
We are seeking a highly skilled and dynamic Software Project Manager to lead and oversee the planning, execution, and delivery of complex software projects within our organization. This is a long term contract position with opportunity to convert to full time (if desired). The ideal candidate will possess a comprehensive understanding of project management methodologies, including Agile, SAFe, Waterfall, and SDLC frameworks, to ensure successful implementation of enterprise software solutions. This role demands exceptional leadership, communication, and organizational skills to coordinate cross-functional teams, manage stakeholder expectations, and drive projects to completion on time and within scope. The Software Project Manager will play a pivotal role in aligning technology initiatives with business objectives while adhering to IT governance standards.
Duties
Benefits (employee contribution):
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Flexible spending accounts
- Life insurance
- Retirement plan
We are seeking a Technical Project Manager – Embedded Systems for our defense and aerospace client in Huntsville AL. This is an ‘onsite’ position only.
- Supports the Program Manager
- Technical scope and requirements management
- Technical execution of assigned project(s)
- Technical schedule development, execution, reporting, and baseline management
- Technical risk management
- Experienced and comfortable leading a cross-functional project team (embedded SW & HW) - note: Enterprise Software Application Development will be considered
- Knowledge of ITAR (e.g. U.S. laws that control the export and temporary import of defense-related articles and services to protect national security and foreign policy interests) is a strong plus
- Strong communication & leadership skills
- PMP certification is a plus
- Lead end-to-end project management activities for enterprise software development and deployment initiatives, ensuring adherence to project management methodologies such as PMBOK and SDLC.
- Develop detailed project plans utilizing tools like Microsoft Project, Visio, SharePoint, and project management software such as VersionOne, Jira, TFS, and Microsoft Office suite.
- Facilitate requirements gathering sessions with stakeholders to define project scope, objectives, deliverables, and success criteria.
- Coordinate with technical teams to establish project schedules, resource allocations, and risk mitigation strategies.
- Oversee the development of test cases and coordinate user acceptance testing (UAT) to validate software functionality against business needs.
- Manage project budgets, timelines, and resource constraints through effective time management and project scheduling techniques.
- Monitor project progress through metrics such as KPIs; report status updates regularly to executive leadership.
- Ensure compliance with IT governance policies related to disaster recovery, IT infrastructure security, cloud computing standards (including AWS), and data integrity.
- Foster collaboration among cross-functional teams by promoting Agile practices such as Kanban and Scrum frameworks.
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives by analyzing project outcomes and implementing lessons learned.
- Engage in negotiation with vendors and stakeholders to secure resources or resolve conflicts efficiently.
- Support disaster recovery planning and IT infrastructure enhancements aligned with organizational goals.
Experience
- Strong familiarity with SDLC processes, requirements gathering techniques, test-driven development (TDD), user acceptance testing (UAT), and release management practices.
- Proficiency in project management tools including Microsoft Project, Visio, SharePoint, Jira, TFS, VersionOne, and Microsoft Office applications (Word & Excel).
- Demonstrated ability to lead diverse teams across multiple departments while maintaining organizational efficiency.
- Knowledge of IT governance standards related to disaster recovery planning and IT security protocols.
- Excellent communication skills capable of translating technical concepts for non-technical stakeholders.
- Strong leadership qualities with the ability to negotiate effectively and manage multiple priorities simultaneously. If you are passionate about leading innovative software projects that drive organizational success through strategic planning and effective execution, we encourage you to apply today. Join us in shaping the future of our technology landscape by delivering impactful solutions that meet our business needs.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $90.00 - $110.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
