Project Manager - Software Development

Department: Software Development Job Type: Permanent Location: Dubai Duties include but are not confined to: Analyzing project scope Writing proposals Developing solutions Monitoring and tracking technology projects Researching and reviewing Managing team Resolving issues Creating technical documentation Training and reporting Key Responsibilities: Maintains information technology strategies by managing staff; researching and implementing technological strategic solutions for a variety of projects that include services for web and mobile, data management, and cognitive solutions.Establishes project scope by studying strategic business drivers; discovering and validating business and technical requirements and parameters; obtaining input from subject-matter experts; examining and recommending changes to current business practices; developing and writing proposals.Develops solution by formulating objectives; planning project life-cycle deliverables and resource availability and application; preparing installation and modification specifications; leading the exploration, evaluation, and design of technical solutions.Implements solution by monitoring project progress; tracking action items; conducting design and implementation reviews; examining, researching, and resolving issues; escalating issues to appropriate authority; responding to team members' concerns; coordinating requirements with interested departments.Assures quality solution by developing and completing test plans, maintaining project and technical documentation.Accomplishes work requirements by orienting, training, assigning, scheduling, and coaching employees; following production, productivity, quality, and customer service standards; identifying work process improvements.Meets cost standards by monitoring expenses, implementing cost-saving actions.Provides project status reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing data and trends.Updates job knowledge by tracking technology and project management advances; participating in educational opportunities; reading professional publications; maintaining personal networks; participating in professional organizations.Accomplishes organization goals by accepting ownership for accomplishing new and different requests, exploring opportunities to add value to job accomplishments.Leading and managing large, complex enterprise-level projects.The projects may consist of multiple Agile teams and require integration with other activities outside the scope of the Agile teams.Requirements (Qualifications/Experience/Competencies)Define and manage a well-defined project management process and champion ongoing process improvement initiatives to implement best practices for Agile Project Management.Engineer or equivalent Masters or IT degree with a minimum of 5-7 years’ experience in Project Management with a software-related product, especially related to Internet and modern-day Information technologies.Presentable personality with very good communication skills. PMP certification is required, and knowledge of project management tools is expected.Solid understanding of and demonstrated experience in using appropriate tools: Agile Project Management tools such as Jira/Zoho or equivalent.Proven ability to lead software development projects and ensure objectives, goals, and commitments are met.Strong analytical, planning, and organizational skills with an ability to manage competing demands. #J-18808-Ljbffr