Junior Strong Project Manager
Summary
A Junior Project Manager coordinates software delivery, aligns teams/clients, and ensures projects progress smoothly using Agile/SDLC. They manage scope, timelines, and risks while facilitating communication and removing blockers in tech partnerships.
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Description
We are looking for a Junior Project Manager who can effectively coordinate software delivery, support collaboration between teams and clients, and ensure projects move forward in a structured and predictable way.
This role is ideal for someone who already has hands-on project management experience, understands software development processes, and is ready to take increasing ownership of project delivery while working closely with senior stakeholders and delivery leaders.
Requirements
● 1.5+ years of experience in IT project management or project coordination
● Strong understanding of SDLC and hands-on experience with Agile practices
● Ability to independently manage scope, timelines, and priorities
● Experience working directly with clients and managing stakeholder expectations
● Ability to lead both internal teams and client-side contributors
● Strong focus on proactive planning, forecasting, and risk management
● Solid communication and negotiation skills
● Experience with Jira, Confluence, or similar tools
● Understanding of system architecture basics, APIs, and delivery processes
● Upper-Intermediate English or higher
Responsibilities
● Project delivery from discovery through release
● Define scope, structure delivery plans, and ensure execution stays on track
● Lead collaboration between internal teams and client-side stakeholders
● Drive alignment, clarify expectations, and push decisions when needed
● Anticipate risks, manage dependencies, and prevent delivery issues
● Control scope changes and maintain delivery predictability
● Establish and track key delivery metrics
● Ensure clear and consistent reporting to stakeholders
● Facilitate Agile processes and improve team efficiency
● Remove blockers and maintain steady delivery progress
● Participate in pre-sales activities, including estimations and solution discussions
Nice to have
● Experience working on multiple projects simultaneously
● Exposure to pre-sales or discovery activities
● Experience working with distributed or international teams
● Understanding of budgeting or resource planning basics
● Experience delivering projects with fixed scope or fixed-price models
● Technical background or previous experience in development, QA, or business analysis
What will you get:
Career growth & projects
● Competitive salary based on your skills and experience, and a benefits package.
● Regular performance appraisals to support your career development.
● Professional development support: online courses, certifications, and study compensation (including English courses).
● A modern tech stack across challenging, long-term projects.
Health & well-being
● Paid vacation (18 working days) and sick leave (15 days).
● VIP medical insurance or sports coverage.
Work environment & flexibility
● Remote work from anywhere in the world or in one of our offices in Kyiv, Lviv, or Warsaw.
● Coworking compensation.
● Necessary equipment to perform your work.
Culture & community
● A collaborative and open culture where contributions are recognized.
● Regular corporate online & offline activities.
● Geniusee Charity Fund, making a difference beyond tech.