Delivery Lead

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Delivery Lead responsible for managing large-scale software projects for a digital studio. Lead teams to deliver high-quality custom software while maintaining client relationships.

Posted 7/30/2026full-timeRemote • Texas • 🇺🇸 United StatesSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in leading large-scale custom software projects, with a focus on risk management, clear communication, and strategic planning. Proven ability to translate high-level goals into actionable delivery plans while maintaining organization and detail.

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Project ManagementCustom Software DevelopmentRisk ManagementCommunication SkillsAgile Methodologies

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Hard Skills

Project DeliveryRequirements ManagementScope ManagementDependency ManagementSoftware Product DeliverySprint PlanningDocumentationTask PrioritizationIntegration ConceptsAPI Knowledge

Soft Skills

Proactive MindsetDetail-OrientedOwnershipStrategic AdvisingPositive Presence

Industry Keywords

Software DevelopmentWeb DevelopmentMobile DevelopmentProject LifecycleClient Partnership

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead the delivery of large-scale custom software projects, ensuring work stays on track across scope, timeline, and quality
Proactively identify delivery risks and clearly communicate tradeoffs and mitigation plans to clients and internal teams
Partner closely with clients, facilitating clear communication and acting as a trusted, strategic advisor throughout the project lifecycle
Plan ahead of the current sprint by shaping future work, dependencies, and priorities
Translate high-level goals into clear requirements, tasks, and delivery plans
Facilitate sprint planning, grooming, and ongoing prioritization with engineering and design teams
Maintain detailed project plans, reporting, and documentation to ensure visibility and alignment
Drive projects forward with ownership and a positive presence

Requirements

What you’ll need

5+ years of experience in project or delivery management
3+ years managing custom software development projects (web and/or mobile)
Experience delivering at least two software products from scratch
Proven ability to manage complex scope, dependencies, and large volumes of requirements
Strong risk management skills with a proactive, solution-oriented mindset
Excellent communication skills
Comfort working with technical concepts such as APIs, integrations, and modern software platforms
Highly organized, detail-oriented, and forward-thinking approach to delivery
A strong sense of ownership—you don’t wait to be told what needs attention

Benefits

Comp & perks

Work-from-anywhere policy
Company-provided equipment
Eligibility for annual bonus