Location: Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India (On-site / Hybrid)

Experience Level: 10 – 13 Years

Employment Type: Full-time

About the Rol

eWe are seeking a seasoned Technical Project Manager with strong hands-on roots in Python development and proven leadership experience in driving complex software engineering projects. In this role, you will bridge the gap between technical architecture and strategic delivery, leading cross-functional engineering teams to build scalable, high-performance applications using Agile/Scrum methodologies

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Key Responsibiliti

es1. Technical Direction & Architecture Oversig

- htEvaluate technical designs, code architecture, and engineering choices in Python ecosystems to ensure scalability, security, and performanc
- e.Conduct high-level technical discussions, code reviews, and architectural alignment with senior developers and technical architect
- s.Troubleshoot complex technical bottlenecks alongside developers when require

d.2. Team Management & Leadersh

- ipDirect line management of 10–20 software engineers, QA analysts, and technical lead
- s.Mentor and upskill team members, foster a culture of technical excellence, and conduct performance evaluation
- s.Manage resource allocation, capacity planning, and workload distribution across concurrent stream

s.3. Agile Project Delivery & Executi

- onDrive end-to-end delivery using Scrum / Agile methodologies—facilitating sprint planning, daily stand-ups, backlog grooming, sprint reviews, and retrospective
- s.Manage project timelines, scope, dependencies, and risks using tools like Jira, Confluence, or Azure DevOp
- s.Translate business requirements from product management into clear technical epics, user stories,



and acceptance criteri

a.4. Stakeholder Management & Communicati

- onAct as the primary liaison between engineering teams, product managers, executive leadership, and external client
- s.Provide transparent status reporting, risk mitigation plans, and delivery metrics (e.g., team velocity, burn-down charts

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Key Qualificati

onsTechnical Requireme

- nts10–13 years of overall software industry experience, with at least 3–5 years in a dedicated Technical Project Manager or Engineering Lead ro
- le.Strong background in Python development (e.g., Django, Flask, FastAPI, or Python for Data/Backend service
- s).Sound understanding of relational/NoSQL databases, RESTful APIs, microservices architecture, and CI/CD pipelin
- es.Exposure to cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP) and containerization concepts (Docker, Kubernetes) is a strong pl

us.Management & Methodol

- ogyProven track record of managing technical teams and driving sprint execution end-to-e
- nd.Deep knowledge of Agile/Scrum principles and software development lifecycle (SDLC) best practic
- es.Expertise in project management tools (Jira, Confluence, Trello, or MS Projec
- t).Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills with strong problem-solving capabiliti

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Preferred Certifications (Optional / P

- lus)Certified ScrumMaster (CSM) or Secure Agilist certificat
- ion.PMP (Project Management Professional) certificat

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What We

- OfferCompetitive salary and performance incent
- ives.Clear career progression paths into Senior Engineering Management or Director-level r
- oles.Collaborative engineering culture with access to the latest tools and trai

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