Technical Project Manager
Experience:
12+ Years
Role:
Technical Project Manager
Technology Stack:
MERN (MongoDB, Express.js, React.js, Node.js)
Role Overview
We are looking for an experienced Technical Project Manager with 12+ years of experience in software development and project delivery, including strong technical expertise in the MERN stack (MongoDB, Express.js, React.js, and Node.js).
The ideal candidate will have a strong background in managing end-to-end software development projects, leading cross-functional engineering teams, driving technical delivery, and ensuring successful execution of complex web application development initiatives.
The candidate should possess a combination of technical depth, project management expertise, stakeholder management capabilities, and hands-on understanding of modern web application architectures.
Key Responsibilities
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Project Planning & Delivery
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Manage end-to-end project delivery across the software development lifecycle (SDLC).
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Define project scope, objectives, milestones, deliverables, and resource requirements.
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Develop and manage project plans, schedules, budgets, and delivery timelines.
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Ensure projects are delivered on time, within scope, and within budget.
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Identify project risks, dependencies, bottlenecks, and mitigation strategies.
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Drive Agile/Scrum methodologies and continuous improvement initiatives.
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Technical Leadership – MERN Stack
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Provide technical oversight for applications developed using MongoDB, Express.js, React.js, and Node.js.
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Understand frontend and backend architecture, REST APIs, microservices, and database design.
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Guide teams on application architecture, coding standards, design patterns, and development best practices.
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Review technical designs and ensure solutions are scalable, secure, and maintainable.
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Oversee integration with third-party APIs, external systems, and enterprise applications.
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Ensure performance optimization, application security, and code quality.
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Team Management & Leadership
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Lead and mentor cross-functional teams comprising developers and business analysts.
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Manage engineering resources, capacity planning, task allocation, and productivity.
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Conduct regular project reviews, sprint planning, daily stand-ups, and retrospectives.
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Resolve technical and operational blockers.
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Foster collaboration, accountability, and a high-performance engineering culture.
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Stakeholder & Client Management
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Act as the primary point of contact for clients, business stakeholders, and senior management.
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Understand business requirements and translate them into technical deliverables.
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Communicate project status, risks, issues, and dependencies through regular reporting.
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Manage stakeholder expectations and handle escalations effectively.
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Conduct project demonstrations, steering committee meetings, and delivery reviews.
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Quality Assurance & Process Management
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Ensure adherence to software engineering standards and development best practices.
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Collaborate with QA teams to establish testing strategies, automation, and release readiness.
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Oversee CI/CD pipelines, deployment processes, and production releases.
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Ensure proper documentation, technical specifications, and project governance.
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Drive continuous improvement in engineering processes and delivery efficiency.
Required Technical Skills
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Strong understanding of MERN stack:
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Experience with RESTful APIs, microservices, and system integration.
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Familiarity with Git, GitHub/GitLab, Jenkins, and modern development tools.
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Understanding of application security, scalability, performance optimization, and system architecture.
Project Management Skills
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Experience in Agile, Scrum, and Kanban methodologies.
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Expertise in project planning, estimation, scheduling, and resource management.
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Experience with Jira, Confluence, Azure DevOps, or similar tools.
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Strong risk management and issue resolution capabilities.
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Experience managing multiple projects and distributed teams.
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Excellent stakeholder communication and reporting skills.
Required Qualifications & Experience
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Minimum 12+ years of overall experience in IT/software development.
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Significant experience managing end-to-end software development projects.
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Strong technical understanding and project delivery experience in MERN stack-based applications.
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Experience working with international clients
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PMP, PMI-ACP, CSM, or equivalent Agile certifications are an advantage.
Ideal Candidate:
A seasoned technology professional who combines strong MERN stack knowledge with proven project management and delivery leadership experience, capable of managing complex software engineering initiatives from requirement gathering through production deployment.
