System Engineering Manager (Software Project Manager)

Who we are:

Open-minded intellectuals who embrace emerging technologies on our mission to create innovative Software Engineering Solutions that will impact millions of users around the world.

We are looking for:

We are seeking a skilled System Engineering Manager (Software Project Manager) to join our engineering team.

What you will do:

The System Engineering Manager is responsible for developing and leading projects that are carried out within an international environment (cooperation with other international entities) and is accountable for quality, budget and schedule, according to Software Development & Test Center strategy and objectives.

We are looking for an SEM who is active before the start-up of the project, being involved in the bid phase, collecting the estimations from all relevant stakeholders and creating the project schedule. The SEM is responsible for the consistent estimation and commitment of the development project scope and delivery approach by the contributing departments according to the scope defined and the set cost limits in time with the Bid schedule.

In the bid phase the SEM has the following roles:

• Identifying and organizing solution breakdown in collaboration with the project
• Design authority in order to optimize the project delivery approach
• Identify and analyses project stakeholder and involve them to establish the best project setup
• Reviews and manages project risks together with Stakeholders to define the optimal risk profile
• Define the development scope based on the input by the Project Design Authority and establish project planning approach and project schedule
• Defines the Work Break Down Structure for the development project
• Manage project estimations by line management and/or Work Package

Monitor Objectives:

• Execute Planning Approach and Manage Project Schedule
• Manage Stakeholders
• Manage Risks, Assumptions & Opportunities
• Manage Scope
• Manage Project Team & Information
• Manage Project Documentation
• Manage Project Quality
• Manage Procurement
• Control Cost and Financing

Project Closure:

• Conducts lessons learnt and stores lessons from all previous project phases, milestones and reviews
• Manage the project complete calculation and report the technical debt baseline
• The SEM is responsible for the complete project management of the of the development maintenance project scope ensuring the given and tailored processes are applied optimally to reach the project scope, time and cost objectives
• The job holder will interact with the project management teams, ensuring the team interface to all ongoing projects

What you must have:

• Technical University Degree (e.g. in Computer Science, Electronics, Informatics, Automation Systems, Transportations or other related fields)
• Project management know-how, analytical and structured working approach,ability to work on own initiative and within a team
• IT/Programming knowledge
• Wide degree of creativity and flexibility is expected; also excellent communication skills are required for collaboration with colleagues within the management - all levels
• Project management certifications are a plus

Requested technical competencies:

• At least 5 years of experience in project management
• Good knowledge of development process
• Ability to understand and debate on complex technical issues
• Knowledge of project management, configuration and change management tools

What's in it for you:

• Extended compensation and benefits package
• Continuous learning opportunities to enhance your professional and soft skills
• A great working environment with people who put their heart, mind, and soul into everything they do and understand the importance of team spirit

We really welcome open-minded and committed people:

• Eager to take on new challenges and learn new things;
• Who put their heart, mind, and soul into everything they do;
• Who enjoy sharing knowledge and understand the importance of team spirit.

***Only eligible candidates will be contacted to move forward in the recruitment process.