POSITION: Product Owner/Software Project Manager – Cape Town
LOCATION(S): Cape Town & Johannesburg
TYPE: Permanent, Full time
SALARY: Market-related, depending on experience
STARTING DATE: ASAP/Immediately if possible
JOB PURPOSE:
Our client is a custom software development company, looking for a Product Owner to join their teams in Johannesburg & Cape Town. Their teams make use of the Scrum framework to deliver continuous value to their clients through the continuous release of new features with each sprint. This Product Owner position will require an individual to manage key client projects, manage projects using Agile frameworks, and accomplish project objectives.
REQUIREMENTS:
- 2 – 3 years’ experience as a project manager in software development
- Experience in delivering projects according to the Scrum framework and/ or other Agile project management methodologies
- University degree, in the fields of computer science or engineering for technical project managers (preferable, but non-essential)
- Technical background, with understanding or hands-on experience in software development and web technologies
- Excellent client-facing and internal communication skills, written and verbal communication skills
- Solid organizational skills including attention to detail and multi-tasking skills
- Strong working knowledge of Jira, diagramming programs (e.g. [URL Removed] Microsoft Office
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Coordinate internal resources for the flawless execution of projects.
- Ensure that all projects are delivered on-time, within the scope, and within budget.
- Developing project scopes and objectives, involving all relevant stakeholders, and ensuring technical feasibility.
- Develop a detailed project plan to track progress.
- Create and maintain comprehensive project documentation.
- Use appropriate verification techniques to manage changes in project scope, schedule, and costs.
- Measure project performance using appropriate systems, tools, and techniques.
- Report and escalate to management as needed.
- Manage the relationship with the client and all stakeholders.
APPLICATION
- To apply suitable candidates are requested to send the following qualifying items to [Email Address Removed]
- Updated CV with your current contact details (Contact number & Email Address)
- A cover letter (your cover letter should tell us about your experience & knowledge, what you can offer/bring to the company, and why you believe you are the best-suited candidate for the position?)
- Head & Shoulders Photo of yourself (no sunglasses or inappropriate photo’s please)
- Copy of ID
- Copy of qualifications & certificates
- To view/apply for the position on Jobnet Recruitment’s website. [URL Removed]
- Only applicants that comply with the above-mentioned and matching the requirements of the job will be contacted.
- If you have not heard from us after 2 weeks, please consider your application unsuccessful for this position.
Desired Skills:
- Scrum
- Agile
- Jira
- Manage Key Client Projects
- Agile Frameworks
Desired Work Experience:
- 5 to 10 years
Desired Qualification Level:
- Diploma
About The Employer:
– To apply suitable candidates are requested to send the following qualifying items to [Email Address Removed]
– Updated CV with your current contact details (Contact number & Email Address)
– A cover letter (your cover letter should tell us about your experience & knowledge, what you can offer/bring to the company, and why you believe you are the best-suited candidate for the position?)
– Head & Shoulders Photo of yourself (no sunglasses or inappropriate photo’s please)
– Copy of ID
– Copy of qualifications & certificates
– To view/apply for the position on Jobnet Recruitment’s website. [URL Removed]
– Only applicants that comply with the above-mentioned and matching the requirements of the job will be contacted.
– If you have not heard from us after 2 weeks, please consider your application unsuccessful for this position.