Technical Project Manager

sofString is a bold and aspiring company with the sole purpose of delivering high-quality software solutions for businesses of all industry.
Our team consists of highly skilled experts specialized in various fields of software development. We use modern IT Project Management tools and provide top-notch professionals to develop software products according to customer’s requirements. From an application for an online shop, through a time management system all the way to customized software – whatever the business wants, we can do it!

About the job Ref070425138LND Technical Project Manager

Duration: 3 months (extension option)
Start: ASAP
Needs to be available until 10AM pacific time on occasion

We are seeking an experienced and dynamic Technical Project Manager to lead the migration of our real estate management system to a modern, cloud-based architecture. The ideal candidate will have strong technical acumen, exceptional organizational skills, and a proven ability to drive cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality outcomes while adhering to defined Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC) principles. You will act as the bridge between technical teams, stakeholders, and leadership, ensuring seamless communication, alignment, and execution throughout the migration process.

Requirements:

• 5+ years of experience in technical project management, ideally with a focus on cloud migrations or system modernizations.
• Proven experience managing development teams, ideally with expertise in: Microservices, event-driven architectures, and container orchestration (Docker, Kubernetes).
• Linux environments, relational (PostgreSQL, MySQL) and NoSQL databases (Redis, MongoDB).
• Caching systems, queuing systems (Celery, RabbitMQ), and scalable web architectures.
• Unit testing, TDD, Git workflows, and eventual consistency principles.
• Strong understanding of SDLC methodologies (Agile, Scrum, or hybrid approaches) and their application in complex migration projects.
• Excellent communication skills in technical English, with the ability to translate complex technical concepts for non-technical stakeholders.
• Exceptional organizational skills, with a track record of managing multiple priorities and deadlines in fast-paced environments.
• Familiarity with real estate management systems or similar enterprise applications is a plus.

Preferred Skills (Optional):

• Experience with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP) for lift-and-shift migrations.
• Familiarity with project management tools (e.g., Jira, Trello, MS Project) and CI/CD pipelines.
• Background in real estate technology or property management systems.
• PMP, Scrum Master, or other relevant certifications.

Responsibilities:

• Lead the end-to-end project management of the lift-and-shift migration for the real estate management system, ensuring timely delivery within scope, budget, and quality standards.
• Coordinate and manage a team of around 20 developers
• Define project plans, milestones, and deliverables in alignment with SDLC best practices, ensuring clarity and accountability across teams.
• Facilitate effective communication between developers, architects, QA teams, and business stakeholders to align technical solutions with project goals.
• Identify, assess, and mitigate risks related to technical dependencies, scalability, and system performance during the migration.
• Monitor and report on project progress, using tools like Jira, to track tasks, timelines, and resource allocation.
• Foster a collaborative team environment, encouraging mentorship, knowledge- sharing, and a passion for learning among developers.
• Drive adherence to defined processes, ensuring the team follows established SDLC principles and version control best practices.
• Manage context-switching effectively to address shifting priorities while maintaining focus on critical deliverables.
• Ensure all documentation, including technical specifications and migration plans, is clear, comprehensive, and accessible to relevant stakeholders.

What we offer:

• Remote work
• Flexible work hours
• Temporary contract opportunities
• Friendly atmosphere and collaborative team
• Interesting projects with diverse clients and many exciting challenges
• Opportunities for long-term professional development in a quickly growing company

If this role would fits your personal interests and plans for professional development please send us your CV. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.