Software Project Manager

Software Project Manager

Job Summary:

This software project manager is an experienced software engineer and project manager responsible for leading development and maintenance projects from initial concept, through design, implementation, verification and validation testing and into production.  In addition, he or she manages day-to-day of project execution and makes high-level contributions to projects including project plans, requirements specifications, requirements traceability, and improving development process.

Essential Functions:

• Plan and execute software development projects throughout product life cycle in accordance with established processes and procedures Develop detailed project plans and schedules
• Provide day-to-day project management for software product development activities Manage technical partners and vendors who develop software or support software development activities
• Manage the creation and release of all software project deliverables Communicate with program management, software functional management, and project team to ensure successful completion of software projects

Skill Requirements:

• Demonstrated success managing software development projects and delivering software applications to production
• Demonstrated understanding of software development best practices
• Experience with Scrum is preferred, but not required
• Experience with medical device software development is preferred, but not required

Required/ Preferred Education and Experience:

• BS in Engineering or Science (Advanced degree preferred)
• 5 years of experience as a software engineer
• Some travel to customers