Project Manager
Valid Through: 3/7/2022
About Vog
“We Build Digital Products for Growing Businessess.”
Our team is a tight-knit crew of go-getters and outside-of-the-box thinkers. If you are hard-working, fun-loving, and are focused on changing the status quo, we would love to get to know you. Our growth continues to accelerate, and we are looking for a Calgary based Software Project Manager to join our team.
Software Project Manager Role Summary
The candidate must show a deep technical understanding of development practices and have a highly organized approach to managing development teams. Candidate must have previous development experience including but not limited to web, mobile application, and firmware. The candidate will be responsible for overseeing projects from start to finish and ensuring its success measured by internal and external stakeholder goals.
Key Responsibilities
Managing a large number of diverse and exciting projects
Ensuring project efficiency is maximized, team comprehension of deliverables is understood, and budget/profit margins are followed
Following Vog project management methodology and Scrum Master responsibilities
Supervising and leading development teams, quality assurance teams, and internal project teams to drive project success
Reinforcing time tracking and following best practices to deliver high quality projects on time
Auditing internal development hours, providing coaching, and finding answers for developer questions throughout the project (from internal teams as well as the client)
Liaising with client and internal stakeholders as a part of the requirements gathering phase
Required Skills, Experience, and Qualifications
BS/MSc degree in Computer Science, Engineering or a related subject would be an asset
2+ years work experience in Software Project Management
5+ years work experience in software development
At least 1 year work experience in Mobile Applications
Proven working experience as a project manager
Hands on experience within the software development industry
Working knowledge of the general mobile landscape, architectures, trends, and emerging technologies
Solid understanding of the full software development life cycle
Personal Characteristics
Integrity– professional whose honesty, integrity, confidentiality, and high ethical standards contributes to effective leadership and optimal business relationships
Energy– displays enthusiasm, optimism, drive, and passion while maintaining a high level of productivity and a balanced lifestyle
Diversity– understands the importance of different backgrounds, perspectives and experiences and is respectful of individual differences
Communication– effectively expresses ideas and conveys information in business writing, conversations, and interactions with others
Client Service Excellence– understands the importance of quality client service by being courteous, responding to client requests in a timely manner and monitoring satisfaction
Teamwork & Relationship Development – works collaboratively with team members to achieve a common goal and develops, maintains and strengthens relationships with others, both inside and outside the Firm
Flexibility– effectively manages multiple assignments, adapts to changing priorities and can work independently or as part of a team
Accountability– takes responsibility for one’s own performance by setting clear goals and tracking progress against those goals; is highly organized and uses personal judgment and decision making
Other Details
Office Address: 214 11 Ave SW, Suite 900 Calgary, Alberta T2R 0K1
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
Schedule: 8-hour shift | Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person
Perks & Benefits
Casual dress
Company events
Dental care
Disability insurance
Employee assistance program
Extended health care
Flexible schedule
Life insurance
On-site gym
Paid time off
Work from home
