Senior Technical Project Manager

Summary

Join Apply Digital as a Senior Technical Project Manager and play a key role in driving Kraft Heinz's digital transformation. You will manage multiple fast-paced projects, coordinate cross-functional teams, and communicate effectively with leadership and onshore teams. This role requires a strong technical background, expertise in Agile methodologies, and experience working with remote global teams. You will be responsible for overseeing project development, managing budgets and timelines, and mitigating risks. Apply Digital offers a hybrid-friendly work environment with remote options and a comprehensive benefits package, including healthcare coverage, Provident fund contributions, and a gratuity bonus.

Requirements

• 8+ years leading teams in delivering end-to-end digital solutions
• 6+ years as a Technical Project Manager managing large, complex projects in high-tech, multi-functional environments
• Strong technical understanding and/or previous hands-on experience in software development, web technologies, and cloud-native solutions (e.g., GCP, AWS)
• Proven ability to foster strong partnerships with internal and external stakeholders
• Prior experience working in Agile environments, with a solid grasp of Agile methodologies and tools
• Experience collaborating with remote teams across North America and Latin America, managing time zone challenges smoothly
• Strong proficiency in English (written and verbal) with excellent, effective communication skills
• Experience delivering scalable platforms and products, ensuring high-quality outcomes
• Experience presenting project updates, RAID items, and strategic decisions to leadership and clients
• Proficiency in identifying, assessing, and mitigating project risks proactively, escalating when necessary
• Demonstrated ability to manage project budgets, resource allocation, and forecasting
• Strong time management and prioritization skills aligned with team and project needs
• Proficiency with project management tools like JIRA, Notion, Smartsheets, or similar
• A can-do attitude, passion for digital products, and resilience in fast-paced, flexible environments
• Humility, positivity, and a relentless drive for excellence

Responsibilities

• Communicate clearly by distilling updates, sharing RAIDD (Risks, Assumptions, Issues, Dependencies, Decisions) items, and maintaining detailed status reports for clients and internal stakeholders
• Support the Product Owner in managing the program roadmap, mobilizing the team along the critical path, and coordinating project delivery across scope, resources, budgets, and change requests
• Manage and mitigate risks effectively, escalating to leadership when necessary
• Explain technical complexities to stakeholders, clarifying feasibility within the technical setup
• Lead project development through all stages of the Software Development Life Cycle, fostering a one-team mindset
• Estimate project timelines, effort, and costs for new opportunities
• Actively track team dynamics and morale, addressing any concerns to maintain productivity and engagement

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience on a Scrum team and/or Scrum Master certification
• Experience working with MACH architecture (Microservices, API-first, Cloud-native, Headless) or similar modern tech stacks
• Experience as a Software Engineer is desirable but not required
• The ability to debug technical issues via console errors, API endpoints failing, etc. is a bonus

Benefits

• Location: Apply Digital is a hybrid friendly organization with remote options available if needed. The preferred candidate should be based in (or within a location commutable to) Delhi/NCR, with the ability to overlap with the US/NA times zones when required
• Comprehensive Benefits: benefit from private healthcare coverage, contributions to your Provident fund, and a gratuity bonus after five years of service
• Vacation policy: work-life balance is key to our team’s success, so we offer flexible personal time offer (PTO); allowing ample time away from work to promote overall well-being
• Great projects: broaden your skills on a range of engaging projects with international brands that have a global impact
• An inclusive and safe environment: we’re truly committed to building a culture where you are celebrated and everyone feels welcome and safe
• Learning opportunities: we offer generous training budgets, including partner tech certifications, custom learning plans, workshops, mentorship, and peer support