Technical Project Manager

Role Overview

We are looking for a highly driven Technical Project Manager to lead cross-functional engineering teams across Data Engineering, Data Science, Software Testing, and Full-Stack Development.

In this role, you will work closely with customers and internal stakeholders to drive end-to-end project execution, ensure delivery excellence, and guide teams in building scalable, high-quality solutions.

The ideal candidate brings a strong understanding of the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC), proven experience managing technical teams, and hands-on expertise in SQL and modern development frameworks (Python or MERN stack).

Key Responsibilities

Project & Delivery Leadership

• Own complete project lifecycle delivery - from requirement discovery through release
• Define project scope, timelines, sprint plans, and resource allocation
• Drive execution across Agile teams, ensuring timely and high-quality outcomes
• Identify risks early, remove blockers, and ensure smooth delivery
• Maintain strong alignment between technical execution and business objectives

Customer & Stakeholder Management

• Serve as the primary technical interface for customers and business stakeholders
• Conduct regular customer sync-ups, planning discussions, and status reviews
• Gather and translate customer requirements into actionable delivery plans
• Manage expectations, timelines, and delivery commitments proactively
• Handle escalations effectively, ensuring resolution and customer satisfaction
• Communicate complex technical concepts clearly to non-technical audiences

Technical Leadership (Hands-on Required)

• Provide strong technical guidance across engineering teams and solution design
• Demonstrate hands-on expertise in:
• Advanced SQL (complex queries, optimization, indexing, performance tuning)
• Data platforms such as MS SSIS and Amazon Redshift
• Contribute technically through development experience in:
• Python OR MERN Stack (MongoDB, Express, React, Node.js)
• Review architecture, code quality, scalability, and system performance
• Drive best practices in engineering, reliability, and maintainability

People & Team Development

• Lead, mentor, and grow high-performing technical teams (3+ years of people management experience)
• Facilitate Agile ceremonies including sprint planning, stand-ups, and retrospectives
• Foster strong collaboration, accountability, and ownership across functions
• Support hiring, onboarding, coaching, and performance development processes

Required Skills & Experience

Technical Expertise

• Strong proficiency in SQL (advanced queries, data modeling, optimization)
• Hands-on development experience in Python OR MERN Full Stack
• Solid understanding of backend systems, APIs, and scalable architecture

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  Exposure to performance tuning and high-volume data systems

Project & Leadership Experience

• 8+ years of experience in software development and project delivery
• 3+ years of experience managing engineering teams and technical projects
• Strong customer-facing experience with ownership of delivery commitments
• Proven ability to manage escalations, timelines, and stakeholder expectations
• Deep experience with Agile/Scrum execution frameworks

Core Competencies

• Excellent communication and presentation skills
• Strong customer orientation and stakeholder management
• Ownership mindset with strong execution focus
• Analytical thinking, problem-solving, and decision-making ability

Nice to Have

• Experience with AWS services such as RDS, Redshift, Airflow, Airbyte
• Familiarity with BI and visualization tools (Tableau, Power BI, Superset)
• Knowledge of microservices architecture, Docker, Kubernetes
• Exposure to digital marketing analytics integrations

Education

• Bachelors degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related discipline