Project Manager - Software Dev - Hybrid

What You Will Do
The Project Manager will support a multi-year enterprise digital transformation initiative, acting as the primary bridge between the business and our technical engineering teams. They will be responsible for the successful planning and execution of cross-functional initiatives that define and deliver custom enterprise software solutions built on Java and J2EE architectures. Our clients’ Clearing initiatives drive scalability, software innovation, and continuous improvement of our services in the Canadian Marketplace. The ideal candidate is a technically fluent professional with an entrepreneurial mindset; comfortable guiding full-stack development cycles and working closely with Java developers, architects, and QA in a fast-paced, highly collaborative environment.

Advantages
Advantages
The Project Manager will be accountable for planning and executing software development projects by:

Strategizing on technical delivery approaches with business stakeholders, software architects, and IT leadership

Developing and executing on a release plan with key technical achievements, software deliverables, and deployment timelines

Performing day-to-day Scrum Master responsibilities to distributed Agile Java development and engineering teams

Championing Agile values and modern software engineering practices (like CI/CD and test-driven development) across the organization

Managing technical resource allocation, tracking sprint velocity, and overseeing project financials

Leading Technical Business Readiness Planning, software deployment, and IT transition to operations

Managing technical debt, architecture dependencies, and project risk throughout the Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC)

Working and presenting technical roadmaps and progress to senior management, C-level executives, and clients

Responsibilities
What We Are Looking For

Completed Post-secondary Degree (University/College) in Computer Science, Engineering, Business, or equivalent work experience

3-5 years of Project Management experience in the financial industry, preferably within Capital Markets

Strong experience managing custom software development initiatives, specifically working with Java, J2EE, Spring Boot, and related enterprise technology stacks

Working experience within an Agile delivery environment and knowledge of frameworks: Scrum, Kanban, SAFe, and Lean

Agile/SAFe/Scrum Master Certification is highly desired, PMP Certification, Certified Scrum Professional (CSP), or equivalent

Qualifications
The Skills You Bring

Experience in Project Planning, technical delivery, and agile SDLC methodologies

Excellent grasp of Agile values and practices, including experience facilitating events like Sprint Planning, backlog grooming, standups, and technical sprint reviews

Experience in managing multiple technical priorities and complex system dependencies in a matrix environment

Demonstrated domain experience with book of record and operations, paired with a solid understanding of backend data processing

Able to build relationships and manage external software vendors with a focus on the integration of external APIs and solutions into our internal Java-based ecosystems

Possesses strong communication and influencing skills to effectively translate complex technical constraints to business stakeholders and business requirements to Java developers

Summary
The Skills You Bring

Experience in Project Planning, technical delivery, and agile SDLC methodologies

Excellent grasp of Agile values and practices, including experience facilitating events like Sprint Planning, backlog grooming, standups, and technical sprint reviews

Experience in managing multiple technical priorities and complex system dependencies in a matrix environment

Demonstrated domain experience with book of record and operations, paired with a solid understanding of backend data processing

Able to build relationships and manage external software vendors with a focus on the integration of external APIs and solutions into our internal Java-based ecosystems

Possesses strong communication and influencing skills to effectively translate complex technical constraints to business stakeholders and business requirements to Java developers

Randstad Canada is committed to fostering a workforce reflective of all peoples of Canada. As a result, we are committed to developing and implementing strategies to increase the equity, diversity and inclusion within the workplace by examining our internal policies, practices, and systems throughout the entire lifecycle of our workforce, including its recruitment, retention and advancement for all employees. In addition to our deep commitment to respecting human rights, we are dedicated to positive actions to affect change to ensure everyone has full participation in the workforce free from any barriers, systemic or otherwise, especially equity-seeking groups who are usually underrepresented in Canada's workforce, including those who identify as women or non-binary/gender non-conforming; Indigenous or Aboriginal Peoples; persons with disabilities (visible or invisible) and; members of visible minorities, racialized groups and the LGBTQ2+ community.

Randstad Canada is committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive and accessible workplace for all its candidates and employees by supporting their accessibility and accommodation needs throughout the employment lifecycle. We ask that all job applications please identify any accommodation requirements by sending an email to accessibility@randstad.ca to ensure their ability to fully participate in the interview process.