Senior Project Manager
The HeadHunter Group
Job Type
Description
Senior Project Manager
Engineering / Management | Senior Level
We are partnering with a specialized software engineering company focused on building custom, large-scale digital solutions tailored to real-world needs, primarily within the public sector.
This role is ideal for experienced Project Managers who can lead complex, multi-team software delivery, ensuring alignment between engineering, stakeholders, and business goals.
As a Senior Project Manager, you will own the end-to-end delivery of software projects, coordinating across backend, frontend, mobile, and QA teams.
You will play a critical role in ensuring projects are delivered on time, within scope, and at high quality, while maintaining strong communication with stakeholders and leadership.
Key Responsibilities
Own full project lifecycle: scope, planning, timelines, resources, and risk management
Lead Agile ceremonies (sprint planning, stand-ups, reviews, retrospectives)
Act as the main point of contact between engineering teams and stakeholders
Conduct and support business analysis processes
Identify risks, dependencies, and blockers — and drive resolution
Maintain clear documentation, reporting, and project communication
Coordinate delivery across multiple workstreams (web, mobile, backend, QA)
Manage third-party vendors or external partners where needed
Remove impediments and support team productivity
Contribute to process improvements and delivery optimization
Track KPIs and ensure post-project learnings are captured
Required Profile
5+ years of experience as a Project Manager, ideally in software/IT environments
Proven track record of managing complex, multi-team projects
Strong knowledge of Agile/Scrum methodologies (Kanban is a plus)
Experience working with cross-functional engineering teams
Proficiency with tools such as Jira, Confluence, Trello
Excellent communication skills — able to bridge technical and non-technical stakeholders
Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple workstreams
Nice to Have
Background in software development or IT (developer, analyst, tech lead)
Understanding of SDLC, CI/CD, and release processes
Certifications such as PMP, PRINCE2, CSM/PSM
Experience managing both web and mobile projects
Familiarity with on-premises infrastructure and enterprise environments
Tools & Working Environment
Methodology: Agile / Scrum (Kanban where needed)
Tools: Jira, Confluence (or similar)
Teams: Backend, Full Stack, Mobile, QA
Stakeholders: Engineering leadership, executive team, external partners
Why This Opportunity?
Lead high-impact, complex software projects
Work closely with engineering and leadership teams
Influence delivery strategy and processes
Be part of a small, highly collaborative environment with real ownership
Opportunity to shape how projects are delivered end-to-end
Strong focus on quality, structure, and execution excellence
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