Technical Project Manager

We are a crowdfunded company and have a dedicated and enthusiastic community of backers who are helping us create the “Best Damn Space Sim Ever”. We want to build the best we can deliver and we believe wholeheartedly in the value of exceptional diverse talent.

We are looking for a  technical project manager to join our team and help us deliver high-quality solutions to our internal customers. You will be responsible for managing the planning, execution, and delivery of various projects, ranging from software development, infrastructure, data analytics, and digital transformation. You will work closely with the senior project manager, technical leads, business analyst, and other stakeholders to ensure that the project goals, scope, budget, and schedule are aligned and met. You will also apply the SAFe agile framework to facilitate collaboration, communication, and continuous improvement across the project teams.

Founded in 2012, Cloud Imperium Games creates cutting-edge videogames that defy expectations. We’re currently developing Star Citizen, a record-breaking multiplayer online space sim, and Squadron 42, a cinematic single-player adventure set in the same universe. Join us as we break boundaries and make videogame history.

We are a crowdfunded company and have a dedicated and enthusiastic community of backers who are helping us create the “Best Damn Space Sim Ever”.

For more information about life at Cloud Imperium Games, check this out - https://youtu.be/cXjp7SRBpIA

What does a Technical Project Manager at CIG do?

• Manage the day-to-day activities of the project team, including assigning tasks, tracking progress, resolving issues, and reporting status.
• Coordinate with the senior project manager, technical leads, business analyst, and other stakeholders to define the project scope, objectives, deliverables, and milestones.
• Ensure that the project adheres to the agreed quality standards, best practices, and methodologies.
• Monitor and control the project budget, schedule, and resources, and identify and mitigate any risks or issues that may impact the project outcomes.
• Facilitate the agile ceremonies, such as sprint planning, daily stand-ups, retrospectives, and demos, and foster a culture of collaboration, feedback, and learning within the project teams.
• Prepare and maintain the project documentation, such as project charter, project plan, status reports, risk register, and lessons learned.
• Communicate effectively with the project stakeholders, both internal and external, and ensure that their expectations and needs are met.
• Support the senior project manager in the initiation, planning, and closure of the projects, and contribute to the continuous improvement of the project management processes and practices.

What do we expect from our Technical Project Manager?

• At least one year of experience in managing technical projects, preferably in a SAFe agile environment.
• Strong knowledge of project management methodologies, tools, and techniques, such as PMBOK, Scrum, Kanban, Jira, Confluence, etc.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills, with the ability to work effectively with diverse teams and stakeholders.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills, with the ability to handle multiple tasks and prioritize effectively.
• Self-motivated, proactive, and adaptable, with a willingness to learn new skills and technologies.
• Certification in project management or SAFe is a plus.
• Ability to meet the above requirements through learning and demonstrating the right behaviours would negate any gaps in current capabilities.

CIG Diversity Statement

CIG is a global company, staunchly committed to cultivating a culture and workplace that celebrates all backgrounds, lifestyles, and perspectives. Together, we are creating a space where authentic recognition, appreciation, and understanding of the importance of diversity is fostered by everyone. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we strive to build a team that represents all walks of life, and we want every employee to bring all the things that make them unique to the work environment. The universe is as vast and varied as the people in it, and it’s our differences that make it special.

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