Project Manager

**What do we do?**

**Who are we?**

Having started in Germany in 1987, GFT Technologies has grown to become a trusted Software Engineering and Consulting specialist for the international financial industry, counting many of the world’s largest and best-known Banks as our clients. We are an organization that empowers you to not only explore but raise your potential and seek out opportunities that add value. At GFT, diversity, equality, and inclusion are at the core of who we are. Ensuring a diverse and inclusive working environment for all communities is one of the main pillars of our diversity strategy, based on our core values and culture. We have been certified for 2022/23 as a ‘Great place to work’ in the APAC region. So, if you want to have the opportunity to work with an outstanding and progressive organization this position could be right for you.

**Role**r**esponsibilities**
- Lead and manage IT projects from initiation through to successful completion, ensuring delivery within defined scope, timelines, and budget
- Act as Scrum Master for multiple teams, facilitating Agile ceremonies and promoting the adoption of Agile best practices
- Collaborate with stakeholders to clearly define project scope, objectives, and deliverables, ensuring alignment with business goals
- Develop and maintain comprehensive project plans, including timelines, milestones, and resource allocations
- Monitor project progress, proactively identifying and addressing risks and issues to ensure project success
- Foster effective communication and collaboration across cross-functional teams and stakeholders
- Provide regular project status updates and detailed reports to stakeholders and senior management
- Ensure strict adherence to GFT’s project management methodologies, standards, and best practices
- Champion continuous improvement initiatives to enhance project delivery processes and team performance.

**Your Skills and Experience**
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Business Administration, or a related field
- Project Management Professional (PMP) or Certified ScrumMaster (CSM) certification is highly desirable
- A minimum of **12 years of experience** in project management and Agile methodologies, ideally within the IT or banking industry
- Demonstrated success in managing complex projects and delivering high-quality results.
- Strong leadership and team management skills, with the ability to inspire, motivate, and develop project teams
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a proven ability to build strong relationships with stakeholders at all levels
- Exceptional problem-solving and decision-making capabilities Proficiency in project management tools such as Microsoft Project, JIRA, or equivalent.

**Preferred Skills**
- Extensive experience in digital banking or financial services projects
- In-depth knowledge of cloud platforms (GCP, AWS) and associated technologies
- Familiarity with DevOps practices and tools
- Banking domain knowledge is a plus

**What can we offer you?**
- Competitive salary
- 13th-month salary guarantee
- Performance bonus
- Professional English course for employees
- Premium health insurance
- Extensive annual leave

**About Us**:
We show commitment to our investors and stand for solid, long-term growth performance. Founded in Germany in 1987 and in American territory since 2008, GFT expanded globally to over 10,000 experts. And to more than 15 markets to ensure proximity to clients. With new opportunities from Asia to Brazil, the international growth story continues. We are committed to grow tech talents worldwide. Because our team’s strong consulting and development skills across legacy and pioneering technologies, like GreenCoding, underpin success. We maintain a family atmosphere in an inclusive work environment.

**Why Choose GFT?**:

- Competitive Compensation
- Benefits package including comprehensive medical, dental, vision and others
- Company Culture based on our Core Values
- Professional Development Training with Individual Development Plans to map out your career growth
- Opportunity to work in a global environment with diverse teams built with colleagues from around the world
- Opportunity to work with technology industry leaders in the financial services industry
- Opportunity to work for big name clients in capital markets, banking and other industries