Senior Project Manager

Summary

Join OpenVPN as a Senior Project Manager to lead and manage our development team. This role requires a bachelor's degree in software engineering or computer science and 3+ years of experience. You will oversee the development process, act as a project manager and Scrum master, and ensure adherence to project timelines and scope. The position offers competitive pay, a fully remote work environment, self-managed time off, and team trips. It's a long-term B2B contract. You'll collaborate with stakeholders, manage risks, and foster a culture of continuous improvement. This is an opportunity to shape a product used by millions worldwide.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in software engineering or computer science
• Strong understanding of networking or cybersecurity concepts
• Proven experience in creating project plans, including resource allocation, risk management, and contingency planning
• Strong understanding of project management methodologies, including Agile, Scrum, and Waterfall
• Knowledge of PERT and EVM
• Excellent English communication skills, both verbal and written
• Flexible schedule — ability to work across time zones

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage projects from initiation through delivery, ensuring adherence to project timelines, resources, and scope
• Collaborate with stakeholders to define project objectives, deliverables, and success criteria
• Develop detailed project plans, including resource allocation, risk management, and contingency planning
• Facilitate effective communication and collaboration across cross-functional teams, ensuring alignment on project goals and progress
• Monitor project performance using appropriate tools and techniques, providing regular updates to stakeholders and senior management
• Identify and mitigate risks, resolve issues, and adapt plans as necessary to ensure project success
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement by conducting post-project reviews and applying lessons learned to future projects
• Take ownership of the project and drive the software development process through all stages of the SDLC (Software Development Life Cycle)
• Review and improve the performance of individual team members

Preferred Qualifications

• PMP, PMI-ACP certification
• Experience leading software development projects in networking or security

Benefits

• Competitive pay rates
• Fully remote work environments
• Self-managed time off
• Team trips and special events