Senior Project Manager

at  Lean Tech

COMPANY OVERVIEW

Lean Tech is a rapidly expanding organization situated in Medellín, Colombia. We pride ourselves on possessing one of the most influential networks within software development and IT services for the entertainment, financial, and logistics sectors. Our corporate projections offer a multitude of opportunities for professionals to elevate their careers and experience substantial growth. Joining our team means engaging with expansive engineering teams across Latin America and the United States, contributing to cutting-edge developments in multiple industries.
Currently, we are seeking a Senior Project Manager to join our team. Here are the challenges that our next warrior will face and the requirements we look for:
Job Title: Senior Project Manager
Location: Remote

POSITION OVERVIEW:

We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Project Manager with extensive experience in Agile delivery methodologies to join our team. This role requires a proactive leader with excellent communication and organizational skills to manage and deliver complex data-driven projects in a dynamic corporate environment. The ideal candidate will bring a strong Agile mindset and the ability to coach teams as they adopt Agile practices, ensuring alignment with strategic goals and fostering collaboration across stakeholders.

REQUIRED SKILLS & EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in project management, with a strong emphasis on Agile methodologies.
• Proven track record of leading Agile projects and coaching teams on Agile practices.
• Experience managing data-driven projects and collaborating with data teams.
• Expertise in Scrum.
• Proficiency with project management tools, particularly JIRA and Monday.com.
• Strong organizational and multitasking skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities.
• Preferred certifications: PMP, CSM, or SAFe SSM/SASM.

NICE TO HAVE SKILLS

• Familiarity with reporting tools like Sigma Computing.
• Experience managing projects with Databricks and AWS environments/technologies.
• Technical background is a plus.
• Understanding of AI and GenAI solutions is a plus but not mandatory.
• Background in Product Management.

SOFT SKILLS

• Strong leadership and communication abilities, with a proactive approach to problem-solving.
• Ability to foster collaboration and build relationships across teams and departments.
• Adaptable and resourceful, capable of working in a fast-paced and evolving environment.

• Lead the planning, execution, and delivery of complex data services projects, ensuring adherence to time, cost, and quality standards.
• Serve as the primary liaison between technical teams and business stakeholders, driving alignment and prioritization.
• Coach team members and projects on Agile processes and implementation.
• Act as an Agile coach, supporting the adoption and implementation of Agile practices across the team and organization.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to define project objectives, requirements, and success metrics.
• Develop and maintain comprehensive project documentation, including project plans, schedules, budgets, and status reports.
• Facilitate backlog grooming sessions, sprint planning, and retrospectives to maintain steady progress and continuous improvement.
• Identify, assess, and mitigate project risks and issues, escalating and resolving them promptly.
• Support the integration of data and AI-driven initiatives by ensuring effective collaboration between data scientists and technology teams.
• Provide mentorship and guidance to team members, fostering a culture of learning and excellence.