Project Manager (Must be open to being fully On-Site)

Company: Vaco Technology
Location: Irvine
Posted on: January 12, 2021

Job Description:

JOB DESCRIPTION:SUMMARY:This company is a SaaS company located in Irvine, CA comprised of fun and creative people building unique and patented technologies for the consumer money, credit & identity space. The company was founded in 2003 with the vision that technology should allow consumers to interact with their banks, creditors and other institutions using a simple button, and we've done just that.We are growing very rapidly, and our projects are increasing, so we are looking for a talented Project Manager to help handle the additional work and staff. You'll be supporting the operational strategies and objectives of the company to ensure the company meets its goals and operates successfully. Duties and responsibilities include planning, reporting, and assisting in the implementation of development and operational projects. This position reports directly to the Chief Operation Officer.ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES:* Manage and coordinate all aspects of projects related to strategic business opportunities, including:* Define project scope, cost, deliverables & success metrics in collaboration with stakeholders* Translates project into Jira tickets for the developers* Proactively manage changes in project scope, identify potential risks and devise contingency plans* Creating and delivering presentations on program, project, initiatives, and status reports* Develop pre-deployment materials and documentation when necessary* Demo and training of new software development to stakeholders* Defines and builds new business processes that optimize efficiency and effectiveness which includes tasks such as mapping out feasibility studies and setting business goals* Function as internal consultant to all departmentsQUALIFICATIONS AND EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS:* 5+ years of successfully implementing software or web development projects using Agile methodologies* Solid understanding of software development life cycles* Ability to balance both Agile and traditional project management principles and practices in the right proportions to fit a project and business environment* Knowledge of JIRA Cloud and project management softwarePREFERRED SKILLS:* Project Management Professional (PMP), preferred* Scrum Master Certification, preferred* Business & IT strategy experience* Thrives in collaborative environment* Detail-orientedADDITIONAL NOTES:* Balanced business/technical backgroundBENEFITS:* Great company culture* Stock options* Medical benefits* Relaxed & flexible work environment* Paid daily lunches

Keywords: Vaco Technology, Irvine , Project Manager (Must be open to being fully On-Site), Executive , Irvine, California