Virtual
Technical Project Manager
Virtual, Austin, Texas, us, 78716
Responsibilities:
? Support the vision, direction and strategic development of the tools group, partnering with
engineers and cross-functional collaborators to deliver prioritized projects
? Guide planning, partner management, and delivery for multiple software projects through
establishment of project plans, dependencies, success criteria, backlog management /
prioritization and communication touchpoints
? Translate partner requirements into specific tasks; assigning those tasks to relevant functional
areas through agile processes and ceremonies
? Manage internal and external resources to define and adhere to strict production schedules and
ensure the smooth operation of tools initiatives
? Provide thorough and timely communication on developing issues
? Handle technical product complexity, validating requirements and trade-offs;
communicating technical concepts and needs to non-technical audiences
Minimum Qualifications:
? BA/BS degree or equivalent
? Proficiency in project management principles, methodologies and tools including Agile, Kanban,
SCRUM, traditional waterfall, Jira and Confluence
? Proven project management experience in a software development environment, ideally running
highly technical projects
? Basic understanding of REST APIs, databases and CI / CD concepts
? Excellent written and verbal skills, with the ability to simplify, structure, and communicate
information to all levels of the organization
? Strong organizational skills with strong attention to detail and a natural inclination for planning
strategy and tactics
? Adept at quickly picking up and learning new technologies and adapting to new methods and
processes
? Driven, proactive self-starter and quick learner; never has to be asked to optimize productivity
or solve a problem
Preferred Qualifications:
? Technical experience around game-specific tools (3D content creation, Unreal plug-ins etc.)
? Experience developing tech for internal customers in entertainment
? Gaming industry experience, mainly working on AAA titles
Schedule Requirements:
? Monday to Friday, standard business hours
? Support the vision, direction and strategic development of the tools group, partnering with
engineers and cross-functional collaborators to deliver prioritized projects
? Guide planning, partner management, and delivery for multiple software projects through
establishment of project plans, dependencies, success criteria, backlog management /
prioritization and communication touchpoints
? Translate partner requirements into specific tasks; assigning those tasks to relevant functional
areas through agile processes and ceremonies
? Manage internal and external resources to define and adhere to strict production schedules and
ensure the smooth operation of tools initiatives
? Provide thorough and timely communication on developing issues
? Handle technical product complexity, validating requirements and trade-offs;
communicating technical concepts and needs to non-technical audiences
Minimum Qualifications:
? BA/BS degree or equivalent
? Proficiency in project management principles, methodologies and tools including Agile, Kanban,
SCRUM, traditional waterfall, Jira and Confluence
? Proven project management experience in a software development environment, ideally running
highly technical projects
? Basic understanding of REST APIs, databases and CI / CD concepts
? Excellent written and verbal skills, with the ability to simplify, structure, and communicate
information to all levels of the organization
? Strong organizational skills with strong attention to detail and a natural inclination for planning
strategy and tactics
? Adept at quickly picking up and learning new technologies and adapting to new methods and
processes
? Driven, proactive self-starter and quick learner; never has to be asked to optimize productivity
or solve a problem
Preferred Qualifications:
? Technical experience around game-specific tools (3D content creation, Unreal plug-ins etc.)
? Experience developing tech for internal customers in entertainment
? Gaming industry experience, mainly working on AAA titles
Schedule Requirements:
? Monday to Friday, standard business hours