[Remote] Technology Project Manager

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Upward Health is an in-home, multidisciplinary medical group providing 24/7 whole-person care addressing patients’ physical, behavioral, and social health needs. The Technology Project Manager oversees the planning, management, and execution of technology projects, coordinating software engineers, data analysts, QA testers, executives, and other stakeholders to ensure timely, high-quality delivery.

Responsibilities

• The Technology Project Manager will be responsible for overseeing and guiding the successful completion of technology projects within Upward Health. This role involves planning, managing, and executing development of projects for teams across the Technology Department, assisting those teams with managing their backlogs and meeting high standards of quality. The Project Manager will work closely with various teams, including software engineers, data analysts, QA testers, and executives, to ensure smooth execution and timely delivery of key initiatives. They will play a key role in facilitating communication and synergy between cross-functional teams and ensuring that projects meet the evolving needs of the business
• Ability to lead and motivate cross-functional teams, delegating tasks appropriately while ensuring a high level of performance and collaboration with a matrix of stakeholders
• Organize and lead regular meetings to communicate relevant progress, milestones and drive groups to consensus-based decisions in a timely manner
• Strong ability to evaluate multiple options and make informed, effective decisions that ensure projects stay on track
• Clear and concise communication with all stakeholders, including team members, executives, and external partners, to maintain alignment and keep projects on course
• Ability to adjust quickly to changing priorities, schedules, and business needs while ensuring that projects remain aligned with organizational goals
• Commitment to maintaining high standards of quality in all aspects of project delivery and being proactive in identifying and addressing issues before they arise
• Developing and organizing detailed project artifacts, such as project plans, timelines and resource plans, across the lifecycle of software development
• Ability to manage both short-term and long-term project timelines, milestones, and deliverables, adjusting plans as necessary to meet evolving business needs
• Proficient in managing relationships with diverse stakeholders and ensuring that the needs and objectives of all parties are effectively addressed
• Skillful in facilitating communication and cooperation between teams from different departments (e.g., developers, analysts, QA, and business units) to ensure seamless project execution
• Strong focus on optimizing team performance through continuous feedback, process improvements, and velocity management
• Ability to work independently and remotely in a fast-paced environment, managing multiple projects simultaneously and maintaining a strong work ethic, including willingness to work extended hours when necessary

Skills

• Proven experience in managing large-scale technology projects, including software development, ensuring adherence to deadlines, quality standards, and stakeholder goals
• Leading and managing IT projects from initiation to completion, on time and within budget
• Strong understanding and practical application of Agile methodologies such as Scrum, Kanban, and Lean to optimize project execution and team productivity
• Proficiency in project management frameworks such as PMBOK and Six Sigma, applying these methodologies to ensure high-quality outcomes
• Advanced technology proficiency, including experience with tools such as Jira, Microsoft Office Suite, Visio, and other relevant project management software
• Background in managing technology projects within regulated industries, understanding their specific challenges and compliance needs
• Ability to lead and motivate cross-functional teams, delegating tasks appropriately while ensuring a high level of performance and collaboration with a matrix of stakeholders
• Strong ability to evaluate multiple options and make informed, effective decisions that ensure projects stay on track
• Clear and concise communication with all stakeholders, including team members, executives, and external partners, to maintain alignment and keep projects on course
• Ability to adjust quickly to changing priorities, schedules, and business needs while ensuring that projects remain aligned with organizational goals
• Commitment to maintaining high standards of quality in all aspects of project delivery and being proactive in identifying and addressing issues before they arise
• Developing and organizing detailed project artifacts, such as project plans, timelines and resource plans, across the lifecycle of software development
• Ability to manage both short-term and long-term project timelines, milestones, and deliverables, adjusting plans as necessary to meet evolving business needs
• Proficient in managing relationships with diverse stakeholders and ensuring that the needs and objectives of all parties are effectively addressed
• Skillful in facilitating communication and cooperation between teams from different departments (e.g., developers, analysts, QA, and business units) to ensure seamless project execution
• Strong focus on optimizing team performance through continuous feedback, process improvements, and velocity management
• Ability to work independently and remotely in a fast-paced environment, managing multiple projects simultaneously and maintaining a strong work ethic, including willingness to work extended hours when necessary
• Background in healthcare systems, electronic health records (EHR), and healthcare IT and data standards is preferred

Benefits

• Ability to work independently and remotely in a fast-paced environment

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