POSTED Oct 1

Junior Project Manager (Agile/Scrum - SDLC) at Upstack Studio

  • Project Management
  • Fulltime
  • Anywhere (100% Remote) Only
Job Description

About Upstack Studio

Upstack Studio is a product development agency founded in 2017. We help non-technical entrepreneurs turn their million-dollar tech ideas into reality, delivering impactful web and mobile apps that improve lives.

We’ve had the privilege of working with companies like Daikin, Acson, Recruitopia, Hack In The Box, The Malaysian Insight, and Teleme, turning their ideas from simple sketches into fully developed applications.

Now, we’re looking for a Junior Project Manager to join our team. This role is crucial in helping manage and deliver projects efficiently, ensuring our teams stay on track and our clients’ goals are met.

What You’ll Be Doing

  1. Assist with the management and delivery of projects in an Agile development environment.
  2. Support product design and development teams in driving projects from concept to launch.
  3. Ensure projects stay on track, delivering according to published schedules.
  4. Help facilitate transparency by providing updates on project status and potential issues.
  5. Assist in identifying and resolving project, design, or resource issues before they cause schedule delays.
  6. Continuously look for ways to improve the project management process to adapt to rapidly changing business needs.
  7. Support the team by removing impediments and ensuring a focus on value delivery and improvement.
  8. Attend and facilitate delivery team events, ensuring continuity in planning and project execution.
  9. Support prioritization discussions to make sure the most impactful work is at the forefront.
  10. Communicate clearly with teams and stakeholders regarding open work status, schedules, and any issues or blockers.

What Success Looks Like

  1. Smooth project execution, ensuring all projects stay on track and are delivered efficiently.
  2. Support teams by removing roadblocks and ensuring smooth workflows.
  3. Implement process improvements for more efficient project delivery over time.
  4. Maintain high client satisfaction by meeting project expectations with high standards of quality and communication.

What You’ll Get

  1. Opportunities to learn new skills and grow in a supportive environment.
  2. The chance to make a real impact by contributing directly to the success of our clients’ projects.
  3. Flexibility to work from anywhere, with a team that values hard work, creativity, and collaboration.
  4. Recognition and reward for your dedication and contributions.

What We’re Looking For

  1. 1-2 years of experience in project management or a related role, preferably in an Agile environment.
  2. Proficiency in project management tools like JIRA, Trello, or ClickUp (we use ClickUp).
  3. Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively with technical and non-technical teams.
  4. Analytical and solution-oriented, with a proactive approach to problem-solving.
  5. Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
  6. You’re hardworking, self-motivated, and always ready to go the extra mile to deliver results.
  7. Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to work well with diverse teams.

Our Hiring Process

  1. Apply: Submit your application with the code "JPM-US-2024" included.
  2. Quick Survey: If shortlisted, we’ll send you a short pre-qualification survey.
  3. Culture Fit Interview: A 30-minute conversation to assess if you’re a good fit for our team.
  4. Take-home Assignment: Create a sample project management strategy for a mock project.
  5. Technical Interview: Discuss your approach to project management and problem-solving in a 60-minute interview.
  6. Offer: We’ll check your references and make you an offer if everything aligns.

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