Senior Project Manager

Job Title: Project Manager – Software Development & Testing

Location: Riyadh, KSA

Employment Type: Full time Onsite

Job Summary:

We are looking for a detail-oriented and proactive Project Manager with a strong background in software testing and a solid understanding of SDLC and STLC. The ideal candidate will be responsible for end-to-end project delivery, ensuring projects are delivered on time, within scope, and aligned with quality standards. A testing mindset and familiarity with QA processes are essential.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage the full lifecycle of software projects from planning to deployment, including resource allocation, risk management, and stakeholder communication.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams including developers, testers, business analysts, and product owners.
• Define project scope, goals, and deliverables in collaboration with stakeholders.
• Monitor project progress and adjust plans as necessary to meet timelines and quality standards.
• Ensure adherence to SDLC and STLC best practices throughout the project lifecycle.
• Collaborate with QA teams to define testing timelines, review test plans, and ensure comprehensive coverage.
• Facilitate sprint planning, daily stand-ups, retrospectives, and reviews in Agile/Scrum environments.
• Track and manage project risks and issues, escalating when needed.
• Maintain comprehensive documentation including project plans, progress reports, and post-implementation reviews.
• Ensure alignment between development and testing teams to meet quality expectations.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field.
• 5+ years of experience as a Project Manager in software development projects.
• Strong understanding of SDLC and STLC processes and methodologies.
• Prior hands-on experience or close collaboration with QA/testing teams.
• Proven track record of delivering software projects using Agile/Scrum and/or Waterfall methodologies.
• Excellent organizational, time management, and communication skills.
• Experience using project management tools like Jira, Trello, Asana, or MS Project.
• Excellent English & Arabic Language skills

Preferred Qualifications:

• Certification in project management (e.g., PMP, PRINCE2, CSM).
• Experience working in QA or software testing roles.
• Familiarity with test management tools like TestRail, Zephyr, or Xray.
• Understanding of test automation frameworks and CI/CD processes is a plus.
• Experience in managing distributed or offshore teams.

Soft Skills:

• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Analytical and detail-oriented with a proactive mindset.
• Effective stakeholder communication and conflict resolution skills.
• Ability to multitask and manage priorities under pressure.