Your North Star 

• The Project Manager Level 2 is responsible for overseeing and managing projects from inception to completion, ensuring they are delivered on time, within budget, and meet the desired quality standards. This role requires strong leadership, problem-solving, and communication skills, with a focus on Agile methodologies to drive project success in a SaaS company. 

Day in the life of the Project Manager Level 2 

• Project Planning and Execution: Develop detailed project plans, including scope, timelines, resources, and budget. Ensure projects are executed according to plan. 
• Agile Methodologies: Implement and manage Agile practices, including Scrum ceremonies (e.g., sprint planning, daily stand-ups, sprint reviews, and retrospectives). 
• Team Collaboration: Work closely with cross-functional teams, including developers, designers, and product managers, to ensure project alignment and successful delivery. 
• Stakeholder Communication: Maintain clear and consistent communication with stakeholders, providing regular updates on project status, risks, and issues. 
• Risk Management: Identify potential risks and develop mitigation strategies to ensure project continuity and success. 
• Quality Assurance: Ensure that all project deliverables meet the required quality standards through rigorous testing and validation processes. 
• Resource Management: Allocate and manage resources effectively to ensure project goals are met. 
• Continuous Improvement: Promote a culture of continuous improvement by regularly reviewing, defining and refining project processes and practices. 

Key Skills: 

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Business Administration, or a related field 
• Experience: 5-7 years of project management experience, with at least 3 years in a SaaS environment  
• Technical Skills: Proficiency in Agile project management tools (e.g. Git Boards, JIRA, Trello)  
• Understanding of software development life cycle (SDLC) and Product Management Methodologies  
• Leadership Skills: Proven ability to lead and motivate cross-functional teams  
• Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to convey complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders  
• Problem-Solving Skills: Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities  
• Agile Principles: Deep understanding of Agile principles and methodologies, including Scrum and Kanban  
• Project Management Best Practices: Knowledge of project management best practices and frameworks (e.g., PMBOK, PRINCE2) 
• Quality Metrics: Familiarity with key quality metrics and how to use them to drive improvements 
• Risk-Based Testing: Experience with risk-based testing approaches to prioritize testing efforts based on potential impact  

Beneficial skills: 

• Agile Certification: Certified ScrumMaster (CSM) or equivalent Agile certification  

How to be successful as a Project Manager Level 2 

• Team Environment: Ability to work in and embrace a team environment  
• Fast-Paced Environment: Ability to work in a fast-paced environment  
• Attention to Detail: Strong attention to detail and a meticulous approach to project management  
• Adaptability: Flexibility to adapt to changing project requirements and priorities  
• Customer-Centric: Focus on delivering value to customers and enhancing their experience with the product