Pearson VUE

Project Manager

Pearson VUE

full-time

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Origin:  • 🇱🇰 Sri Lanka

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Job Level

SeniorLead

Tech Stack

PMP

About the role

  • Oversee full workstreams or medium-large scale projects across multiple programs and locations.
  • Drive planning, execution, monitoring, controlling and production releases to deliver product roadmaps.
  • Provide technical guidance, monitor progress, and align execution with program goals.
  • Plan, execute, and oversee projects to meet budget, scope, and schedule.
  • Coordinate resources and manage project teams; coordinate with multiple dependent teams across time zones.
  • Track progress against milestones, manage risks, and resolve issues proactively.
  • Consult stakeholders and keep them informed about project status, risks, and issues.
  • Mentor and coach junior team members, Leads, and Project Managers; assume Program Manager responsibilities when required.
  • Drive process enhancements and advocate continuous improvement of Agile best practices.
  • Facilitate requirement analysis/grooming for feature enhancements and changes to existing products.
  • Provide project metrics and timely reports; use Agile methodologies (Scrum and/or Kanban) to drive software product development.

Requirements

  • Strong project planning and execution capabilities.
  • Effective communication and stakeholder management.
  • Risk management and problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to mentor and guide team members.
  • Data-driven approach to improving project standards.
  • Strong ability to foster and maintain positive, creative agile teams.
  • Experience and knowledge of Agile Project Management using Scrum and/or Kanban.
  • Knowledge of Internet technologies, concepts, and applied background in Software Development Methodologies.
  • Ability to perform multiple tasks concurrently.
  • Excellent customer service attitude, communication skills, and interpersonal skills.
  • Strong ability to resolve conflict within the team.
  • Excellent organizing and time management skills.
  • Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to make timely and sound decisions.
  • Ability to work independently and efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
  • Ability to use Jira and Confluence effectively.
  • Bachelor’s degree preferably in Computing or Information Technology/Management; Master’s in Computing, Business Administration or Project Management preferred.
  • More than 10 years of experience in software development projects with at least 6+ years as a Project Manager/Scrum Master.
  • PMP/CSM/PMI-ACP Certification are preferred.