Technical Project Manager - MERN Stack (7-9 yrs)

About the Role :

We are seeking a highly experienced and motivated Technical Project Manager to lead and deliver complex full-stack development projects, specializing in the MERN (MongoDB, Express.js, React.js, Node.js) stack.

As the Technical Project Manager, you will be the central point of contact between the development team and stakeholders, responsible for managing resources, providing leadership, and driving successful project outcomes. You will play a critical role in ensuring projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.

Responsibilities :

- Define project scope, goals, and deliverables in collaboration with stakeholders.

- Develop detailed project plans, timelines, and resource allocation strategies.

- Execute projects according to the plan, monitoring progress and making necessary adjustments.

- Lead and motivate cross-functional development teams.

- Assign tasks, provide guidance, and foster a collaborative and productive work environment.

- Conduct regular team meetings and performance reviews.

- Serve as the primary point of contact for all stakeholders (internal and external).

- Communicate project status, risks, and issues effectively.

- Build and maintain strong relationships with stakeholders.

- Manage project budgets effectively, ensuring that resources are allocated appropriately and that projects remain within budget constraints.

- Track expenses and report on budget variances.

- Identify and assess potential project risks.

- Develop mitigation strategies and proactively address issues to minimize their impact on project timelines and deliverables.

- Ensure that projects are delivered to the highest quality standards.

- Implement quality control measures and oversee testing processes.

- Proactively identify and resolve project issues and roadblocks.

- Escalate critical issues to appropriate stakeholders as needed.

- Provide regular project updates and progress reports to stakeholders.

- Communicate effectively with team members and stakeholders, ensuring clear and concise information sharing.

- Continuously evaluate and improve project management processes and methodologies.

- Identify opportunities for optimization and implement best practices.

- Maintain a strong understanding of web development best practices, including UI/UX principles, and the MERN stack.

- Provide technical guidance to the development team as needed.

- Mentor and coach junior project managers and team members.

Required Skills & Experience :

- 7+ years of proven experience managing full-stack development projects, specifically in the MERN stack (MongoDB, Express.js, React.js, Node.js).

- Demonstrable experience delivering successful projects on time and within budget.

- Strong project management skills, including planning, execution, risk management, and stakeholder management.

- Experience with Agile development methodologies (e.g., Scrum, Kanban).

- Excellent communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills.

- Ability to manage project budgets and resource allocation effectively.

- Knowledge of web development best practices, including UI/UX principles.

- Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and manage development teams.

- Experience with project management tools (e.g., Jira, Asana, Trello).

Preferred Skills :

- Project Management Professional (PMP) certification.

- Experience with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP).

- Familiarity with DevOps practices.

Qualifications :

- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related field (or equivalent experience).