Technical Project Manager

We’re seeking an experienced technical project manager to join our team at Sarvagram

In this role, you will manage end-to-end project lifecycles, ensuring alignment with business and technical goals. You will work closely with engineering, product, and executive teams to deliver high-impact projects while managing timelines, risks, and dependencies. You will also ensure technical feasibility and alignment with business objectives.

The ideal candidate has a strong technical background, excellent project management skills, and the ability to work with cross-functional teams to drive projects from initiation to completion. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and enjoy working on technical projects, we encourage you to apply.

Requirements

Objectives of this role

• Planning, executing, and managing technical projects from initiation to completion.
• Developing and maintaining project plans, schedules, budgets, and resource allocation.
• Collaborating with engineering, product, and IT teams to define project scope, goals, and deliverables.
• Identifying and overseeing risks, dependencies, and technical challenges to ensure project success.
• Acting as a bridge between technical teams and stakeholders, translating business requirements into technical solutions.
• Implementing and enforcing agile methodologies, Scrum, or other project management procedures for efficient workflow.
• Monitoring project progress, tracking key metrics, and ensuring timely delivery of milestones.
• Overseeing technical documentation, system requirements, and quality assurance processes.
• Ensuring compliance with security policies, data governance, and industry best practices in India and internationally.
• Fostering collaboration, communication, and problem-solving among team members and stakeholders.

Your tasks

• Define and document project scope, objectives, and success criteria.
• Manage and prioritise technology-driven projects, ensuring on-time and high-quality delivery.
• Coordinate with development teams to ensure smooth software deployment and integration.
• Conduct risk assessments and develop mitigation strategies.
• Track and report project progress, milestones, and key performance indicators (KPIs).
• Communicate project updates and potential blockers to leadership and stakeholders.
• Ensure technical teams follow best practices, coding standards, and architectural guidelines.
• Utilise Agile, Scrum, or Kanban methodologies for efficient project execution.
• Work closely with quality assurance (QA) teams to guarantee high-quality project deliverables.
• Track and optimise project costs, timelines, and resource utilisation.
• Support post-implementation reviews and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Work with vendors and external partners on technology implementations.
• Implement best practices in project management, DevOps, and software development.

Required skills and qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Technology, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in technical project management, software development, IT project delivery, or technical leadership.
• Expertise in software development, cloud platforms, DevOps, and IT infrastructure.
• Strong understanding of software development life cycle (SDLC), databases, system architecture, and cybersecurity.
• Knowledge of cloud computing (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud Platform).
• Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines, microservices, and API integration.
• Experience with agile methodologies (Scrum, Kanban) and project management tools (JIRA, Trello, Asana, or Microsoft Project).
• Excellent problem-solving, critical thinking, and stakeholder communication skills.
• Experience with risk management, technical leadership, and quality assurance.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills to interact with technical and non-technical teams.
• High adaptability with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.

Preferred skills and qualifications

• Advanced degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• Relevant certifications, such as PMP, PRINCE2, CSM (Certified Scrum Master), PMI-ACP, or SAFe Agile.
• Experience managing AI, IoT, blockchain, or big data projects.
• Familiarity with budgeting, vendor management, and contract negotiation.
• Proficiency in SQL, Python, Java, or other programming languages.
• Familiarity with ITIL frameworks and enterprise project management.

Benefits

SarvaGram is on a mission to revolutionize financial services for millions in rural India. We're building the nation's first data-driven platform that combines cutting-edge technology with a human touch to unlock financial possibilities for underserved households.

This is your chance to be at the forefront of innovation. Join us and:

• Shape the future of FinTech: We're not just building a product, we're creating a new category. Be a part of defining the future of financial inclusion for rural India.
• Embrace a high-growth, high-impact environment: This is a non-linear growth opportunity. Build a platform used by millions and witness the network effect drive massive scale.
• Tackle real-world challenges: Apply your skills to solve critical problems and directly empower rural communities.
• Craft solutions that touch lives: Develop innovative products used by diverse household members, each with unique needs