As a Principal Project Manager, you will take the lead on mid to large-scale client deployments, ensuring each project is completed within scope, on budget, and on time. This role is essential in aligning technology solutions with end-user requirements while efficiently managing risks and resolving challenges. You will be responsible for end-to-end project delivery, stakeholder engagement, and the strategic alignment of projects to ensure overall success.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead the execution of mid to large-scale projects, ensuring timely delivery within budget and scope.
- Collaborate with stakeholders to align project solutions with business needs.
- Oversee backlog prioritization, feature development, and continuous improvement of Product Ownership best practices.
- Review current state business processes and UI/UX designs, and work closely with designers to create or update designs that align with business goals.
- Develop Product Requirement Documents (PRDs) including user stories, acceptance criteria, and feature summaries.
- Manage project roadmaps, prioritize product features, and work with engineering teams to break down user stories into actionable tasks.
- Serve as the primary point of contact between teams and stakeholders, providing vision and direction for Agile development.
- Anticipate user needs, perform gap analysis, and ensure alignment of product development with the company's goals.
- Stay current on Agile/Scrum best practices and industry trends.
Key Requirements:
- U.S. Residency and Prior Government Experience is a must.
- Proven track record of managing large, complex projects.
- Experience as a Product Owner and in managing all stages of the product lifecycle.
- MA in Computer Science, Engineering, or similar technical background.
- Strong knowledge of Agile processes and principles.
- Outstanding proficiency in documentation, communication, and leadership.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Experience with process flow tools (Miro), UI/UX design tools (Figma), and writing PRDs.