Role in brief
Symfa is seeking a mid-level Project Manager to join its PMO team. This role involves leading software development projects, managing client communication, and overseeing project delivery from planning to completion. Candidates with a strong technical background, experience in managing distributed teams, and a focus on client satisfaction should consider applying.
About the role
This Project Manager role at Symfa focuses on leading development initiatives within the company's PMO team. The work involves deep engagement with clients to understand their business strategies and long-term goals, translating these into clear project roadmaps and deliverables. The successful candidate will be responsible for defining necessary resources, estimating project timelines, and overseeing the entire development and delivery lifecycle.
A key aspect of this position is proactive project monitoring and risk management. The Project Manager will use established frameworks to track project health, identify potential issues before they escalate, and implement corrective actions. This includes managing, supporting, and motivating assigned development teams to ensure efficient progress and high-quality outcomes. Regular reporting and presentations to both internal and external stakeholders are also central to the role.
Success in this position is measured by effective project execution, client satisfaction, and the ability to navigate complex challenges. The Project Manager is expected to ensure projects are delivered on time and within scope, maintaining strong communication channels with all parties. Additionally, the role involves contributing to a community of professionals dedicated to impactful results, including assisting other project managers with complex issues.
The salary range for this position is between $51,750 and $86,250 USD.
Skills that matter here
- project management: This role requires three years of experience in project management, applying solid skills to lead software development projects.
- web/mobile technologies: A good technical background with a clear understanding of web and mobile technologies is needed to effectively manage development teams.
- delivery process set-up: The role requires a strong understanding of how to set up and manage the delivery process for software projects.
- budget, risk and resource management: Experience in managing project budgets, identifying and mitigating risks, and allocating resources is essential for project success.
- managing dev teams: Mastery in managing development teams is necessary to support and motivate them through project lifecycles.
- English level fluency: B2+ English level fluency is required for effective communication with international clients and distributed teams.
Who this role suits
- A person who thrives on proactive communication and building genuine partnerships with clients.
- Someone with a strong technical foundation who can effectively bridge the gap between business strategy and development execution.
- An individual who is autonomous, takes responsibility for decisions, and is skilled at anticipating and resolving project challenges.
- A professional who enjoys working with diverse, distributed international teams and ensuring their motivation and success.
From the employer
- Regularly communicate with customers on business strategy, long-term goals, and roadmaps
- Manage one project or a group of projects and/or dedicated teams
- Define deliverables and resources needed
- Estimate and plan projects from start to finish together with the team
- Manage development and delivery
- Monitor project statuses using sound judgment and the company's health framework, and implement necessary improvements
- Manage risks and anticipate problems before they arise
- Manage, support, and motivate the team assigned to the project
- Conduct project presentations and compile reports for all stakeholders (both internal and external)
- Ensure client satisfaction
- Engage in the FireTeam to assist other project managers in resolving complex issues and incidents
- 3 years of experience in project management
- Good technical background and clear understanding of web/mobile technologies (experience in QA, BA, Dev positions)
- Solid project management skills
- Strong understanding of delivery process set-up
- Experience in project planning as well as in budget, risk and resource management
- Mastery in managing dev teams
- Projects’ estimation experience during the presale stage
- Experience in working with large projects/several projects with multiple distributed cross-functional international teams
- Proven expertise in addressing issues during production delivery with successful outcomes and exceptional conflict resolution skills
- Proactiveness and independence, autonomy and responsibility in decision making
- Excellent presentation and communication skills
- Experience in collaborating with customers from diverse cultural backgrounds
- B2+ English level fluency
Questions about this role
What is the remote work policy for this position?
This is a fully remote, full-time position.
What seniority level is expected for this role?
This position is for a middle-level Project Manager.
What are the key skills required for this role?
Key skills include at least three years of project management experience, a good technical background in web/mobile technologies, strong understanding of delivery processes, and experience in budget, risk, and resource management.
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