Software Project Manager / Business Analyst

Software Project Manager / Business Analyst

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Remote
USA

Summary: We are seeking an experienced Software Project Manager / Business Analyst to lead software projects in a complex, distributed system environment. This role requires a blend of project management and business analysis skills to ensure alignment between business objectives and technical execution. The successful candidate will collaborate with various teams to manage project scope, priorities, and delivery timelines effectively. Strong experience in Agile methodologies and familiarity with Java/Spring Boot environments are essential for this position.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead the end-to-end software project lifecycle - from requirements gathering and planning to execution, testing, and delivery.
  • Facilitate the translation of business requirements into clear, actionable functional and technical specifications.
  • Drive and manage multiple concurrent projects using Agile, Scrum, or hybrid methodologies, ensuring transparency and accountability across teams.
  • Collaborate with engineering teams (particularly in Java/Spring Boot environments) to plan sprints, track progress, and remove blockers.
  • Manage dependencies across complex n-tier architectures and distributed systems.
  • Coordinate with stakeholders to establish project priorities, resource plans, timelines, and budgets.
  • Facilitate regular project meetings, retrospectives, and reporting to ensure clarity of goals, scope, and progress.
  • Maintain comprehensive project documentation including roadmaps, release notes, and status reports.
  • Support and refine internal SDLC processes, ensuring alignment with compliance frameworks (HIPAA, SOC 2, or similar).
  • Collaborate with QA and DevOps teams to ensure successful deployments within AWS cloud environments.
  • Identify risks, issues, and scope changes early, implementing mitigation and escalation strategies as appropriate.

Key Skills:

  • Minimum 5 years of professional experience in Software Project Management.
  • Minimum 5 years of experience in Business Analysis or equivalent role focusing on software systems.
  • Proven track record leading projects within Agile/Scrum frameworks.
  • Experience managing Java/Spring Boot development projects.
  • Familiarity with AWS infrastructure and deployment practices.
  • Strong understanding of SDLC processes and change control methodologies.
  • Experience managing n-tier or distributed systems with multiple integration points.
  • Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and documentation skills.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving mindset, able to balance technical and business priorities.
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, or a related field.
  • PMP certification or Scrum Master certification is a plus.
  • Medical device, digital health, or regulated software (SaMD) experience is a strong plus.

Salary (Rate): undetermined

City: undetermined

Country: USA

Working Arrangements: remote

IR35 Status: outside IR35

Seniority Level: undetermined

Industry: IT

Detailed Description From Employer:

Key Requirements:

    • Strong Software Project Management experience
    • Solid understanding of SDLC
    • Business Analyst experience, including creating business cases

Overview:

We are seeking an experienced Software Project Manager / Business Analyst to oversee the planning, execution, and successful delivery of software projects within a complex, distributed system environment. This role combines the leadership and organizational capabilities of a Project Manager with the analytical and communication strengths of a Business Analyst, ensuring alignment between business objectives, technical requirements, and execution outcomes. You will work closely with engineering, QA, product, and compliance teams to define project scope, manage priorities, coordinate cross-functional activities, and ensure highquality delivery within established timelines.

Key Responsibilities:

Lead the end-to-end software project lifecycle - from requirements gathering and planning to execution, testing, and delivery.

Facilitate the translation of business requirements into clear, actionable functional and technical specifications.

Drive and manage multiple concurrent projects using Agile, Scrum, or hybrid methodologies, ensuring transparency and accountability across teams.

Collaborate with engineering teams (particularly in Java/Spring Boot environments) to plan sprints, track progress, and remove blockers.

Manage dependencies across complex n-tier architectures and distributed systems.

Coordinate with stakeholders to establish project priorities, resource plans, timelines, and budgets.

Facilitate regular project meetings, retrospectives, and reporting to ensure clarity of goals, scope, and progress.

Maintain comprehensive project documentation including roadmaps, release notes, and status reports.

Support and refine internal SDLC processes, ensuring alignment with compliance frameworks (HIPAA, SOC 2, or similar).

Collaborate with QA and DevOps teams to ensure successful deployments within AWS cloud environments.

Identify risks, issues, and scope changes early, implementing mitigation and escalation strategies as appropriate.

Qualifications:

Minimum 5 years of professional experience in Software Project Management.

Minimum 5 years of experience in Business Analysis or equivalent role focusing on software systems.

Proven track record leading projects within Agile/Scrum frameworks.

Experience managing Java/Spring Boot development projects.

Familiarity with AWS infrastructure and deployment practices.

Strong understanding of SDLC processes and change control methodologies.

Experience managing n-tier or distributed systems with multiple integration points.

Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and documentation skills.

Strong analytical and problem-solving mindset, able to balance technical and business priorities.

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, or a related field.

PMP certification or Scrum Master certification is a plus.

Medical device, digital health, or regulated software (SaMD) experience is a strong plus.

Preferred Attributes:

Experience working in regulated or quality-controlled environments (FDA, ISO 13485, HIPAA, SOC 2).

Demonstrated ability to work cross-functionally with engineering, QA, product, and compliance teams.

Comfortable in dynamic, fast-paced environments with shifting priorities.

Proficiency with project management tools.