Software Project Manager

Creston • Plano, TX

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About The Position

The Software Project Manager is responsible for planning and executing small to medium-sized software development projects, leading cross-functional teams from product definition through release and deployment. Operating within the PMO organization, this role partners closely with Software Engineering, Product Management, Quality, and Operations to deliver high-quality software products on schedule. This position is well-suited for a technically grounded project manager with an engineering education and early-career project leadership experience. The Software Project Manager applies structured project management practices, balances multiple workstreams, and supports disciplined execution across the software development lifecycle. This role requires strong communication skills, growing independent judgment, and the ability to drive deliverables to completion in a collaborative, fast-paced environment.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or related engineering discipline.
• 2–5 years of experience in a technical environment, including 2–4 years managing or supporting software projects.
• Working knowledge of software development methodologies (Agile, Scrum, Waterfall).
• Strong technical aptitude and ability to engage effectively with software engineering teams.
• Experience managing schedules, risks, dependencies, and deliverables.
• Strong communication, collaboration, and organizational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and shifting priorities.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or related field.
• PMP, Certified ScrumMaster (CSM), or equivalent certification.
• Prior hands-on software engineering or technical development experience.
• Experience supporting software releases that integrate with hardware or manufacturing environments.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain project plans including scope, schedules, dependencies, risks, and deliverables.
• Lead cross-functional software development teams through design, implementation, testing, and release.
• Apply Agile and/or Waterfall development methodologies based on project needs.
• Partner with Product Management to support prioritization and requirements management.
• Collaborate with Software Engineering teams to define technical expectations and manage software release plans.
• Track project progress, manage risks, and ensure schedule and cost compliance.
• Identify dependencies and work with stakeholders to remove impediments.
• Manage multiple concurrent projects of moderate complexity.
• Serve as the primary project focal point and provide clear status reporting to stakeholders.
• Support launch readiness and integration activities as required.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level