Technical Project Manager

Brief DescriptionSkills – Mandatory- .NET, Python, React, Azure Skills - Primary - Project Management, .NET, Python, React Skills - Good to have  - Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and tools Qualification - Graduate Total Experience - 8-12 years Relevant Experience - 8+ years Work Location - Kochi  Job Description / Duties and Responsibilities  Project Planning & Execution: • Define project scope, objectives, deliverables, and success criteria in collaboration with stakeholders. • Develop and manage detailed project plans, timelines, and resource allocation. • Oversee the entire software development lifecycle, ensuring adherence to Agile/Scrum methodologies. • Facilitate daily stand-ups, sprint planning, reviews, and retrospectives. • Monitor project progress, identify and mitigate risks, and resolve issues proactively. • Manage project budgets and ensure efficient resource utilization.  Technical Leadership & Oversight: • Provide technical guidance and support to development teams working with .NET, Python, and React. • Ensure architectural best practices are followed, particularly in Azure environments. • Oversee the design, development, testing, and deployment of solutions on Azure. • Collaborate with architects and engineers to make informed technical decisions. Stakeholder Communication & Management: • Communicate project status, risks, and dependencies to all stakeholders, including senior management. • Manage stakeholder expectations and ensure alignment throughout the project lifecycle. • Foster a collaborative and productive working environment within the project team.  Quality Assurance & Delivery: • Ensure the delivery of high-quality software solutions that meet business requirements. • Oversee testing strategies and ensure comprehensive quality assurance. • Manage release processes and deployments to production environments. • Adhere to ISMS policies and procedures  Job Specification / Skills and Competencies Experience: • Proven experience as a Technical Project Manager or similar role, delivering complex software projects. • Demonstrable experience with Agile/Scrum methodologies. Technical Skills: • Strong understanding of software development principles and best practices. • Hands-on experience or deep understanding of .NET and/or Python development. • Proficiency in front-end development with React. • Extensive experience with Microsoft Azure services (e.g., App Services, Azure SQL Database, Azure Functions, DevOps, etc.). • Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and tools.  Project Management Skills: • Excellent organizational, planning, and time management skills. • Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities. • Proficiency with project management tools (e.g., Jira, Azure DevOps, Asana).  Soft Skills: • Exceptional communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills. • Ability to motivate and guide technical teams. • Strong negotiation and conflict resolution abilities.Preferred SkillsSkills – Mandatory- .NET, Python, React, Azure Skills - Primary - Project Management, .NET, Python, React Skills - Good to have  - Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and tools