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Software Project Manager
Does the prospect of making a large impact on cutting-edge life sciences software excite you? Akaza Research seeks an experienced project manager to lead development on innovative clinical and public health software projects. Candidate should have a bachelor’s degree or higher in engineering or related field and 4-5 years professional experience. Open source software development and an enterprise IT background will be valued highly. Candidate should have demonstrated experience in most of the following areas:
- Agile Software Development
- Open Source Software
- HIPAA FDA 21 CFR Part 11, and Computer Systems Validation
- Experience in software development with some project management, particularly for web-based site/application development
- Experience as software analyst/designer/technical writer
- Experience working with or exposure to Agile development methodologies
- Familiar with common web and enterprise IT tools and technologies
- Ability to prioritize and perform multiple tasks in time-critical situations
- Possess excellent communication skills both written and verbal
- Ability to work in a fast-paced and dynamic environment while being highly motivated and resourceful
The Project Manager duties will include:
- Elaborate software requirements and facilitate communication of requirements between stakeholders and development team
- Facilitate regular scrum meetings while providing constant feedback to the team and Program Manager
- Establish appropriate prioritization amongst team members
- Practice and reinforce established relevant standards
- Facilitate communication between the product teams and internal infrastructure teams in furthering the development of our core products
- Support team by providing appropriate development methodologies
- Consult and coach the team on the continuous enhancement of the team's agile techniques in order to improve both quality of the software and velocity of development
- Manage product defect list and deliver timely updates to reported issues
- Maintain knowledge of latest software development techniques and trends
- Identify resource need and work with Program Manager on determining resource allocation
- Be responsible for estimates on software deliverables
Job Location:
This position is for onsite part or full time work at our office in Kendall Square, Cambridge. We are conveniently located near the Kendall Square T stop on the Red Line.
Start Date:
ASAP
Compensation:
Full time or contract position with compensation competitive and based on experience. Benefits include health insurance, dental insurance, Section 125 plan, and 401k retirement plan. Potential for stock options.
Please send your resume and cover letter to .
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