Project Manager

Job title:

Project Manager

Company

WellnessLiving

Job description

Title: Project Manager
Salary: Based on Experience + Vacation + BenefitsLocation: Thornhill, ON *HybridLength: Full-time, permanentReporting Manager: VP of EngineeringAbout Us:At WellnessLiving, we empower thousands of health and wellness business owners to turn their entrepreneurial dreams into reality. Our mission-critical software fuels their vision, supporting millions of clients around the world in their wellness journeys. With a deep commitment to putting our customers first, we foster a culture that values high performance, adaptability, and accountability. If you are a skilled professional who thrives in a fast-paced, customer-focused environment and are passionate about making a meaningful impact on the health and wellness industry, we would love to connect with you.About You:We are a growing team of bright, ambitious individuals who are seeking like-minded candidates who can help us take our brand to the next level!Our ideal candidate will bring:

• Teamwork and Collaboration – Easy to talk to, very approachable, empathetic, patient, puts others at ease, and can work well with others.
• Critical Thinking and Problem-Solving – The ability to analyze, evaluate, and strategize the best solutions when making decisions or faced with challenging situations.
• Strong Work Ethic – Hardworking, dedicated, reliable, and highly motivated with the desire and determination to exceed expectations.
• Natural Leadership Skills – Oversees processes, guides initiatives, holds themselves accountable, listens without judgment, and inspires and nurtures the growth of others to do their best work.
• Entrepreneurial Spirit and Business Mindset – Embraces innovation and continuous improvement, actively seeks out change, and is knowledgeable of current industry trends, practices, and technology.
• Time Management – Uses time efficiently, focuses on top priorities, respects the time of others, and can take ownership of tasks and projects to push them along.

Responsibilities:

• Develop and maintain comprehensive project plans and timelines for complex software projects.
• Ensure alignment with business objectives and client needs.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams, including engineering, QA, and product management, to drive seamless execution.
• Manage multiple Scrum teams (5-8 members each) and facilitate Agile ceremonies (sprint planning, stand-ups, retrospectives).
• Optimize resource allocation and monitor budgets to ensure cost efficiency.
• Leverage tools like Jira and Confluence for tracking progress and providing stakeholder visibility.
• Identify and mitigate risks, manage scope changes, and develop contingency plans.
• Foster collaboration between QA and development teams to maintain high product quality.
• Continuously improve project management processes for scalability and efficiency.

Skills and Qualifications:

• 5+ years of experience managing software development projects in a SaaS environment.
• Strong proficiency in project management tools (Jira, Confluence) and Agile methodologies (Scrum, Kanban).
• Expertise in SLA/SLO tracking and incorporating them into deliverables.
• Exceptional communication and decision-making skills, with experience managing distributed teams.
• Knowledge of cloud platforms (e.g., AWS) and SDLC processes.

Preferred:

• Experience with SaaS products in the health and wellness industry.
• Familiarity with tools like Trello, Asana, and Jira Service Management.
• Understanding of product management best practices.

Certifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• Project Management certification (PMP or CAPM) or Certified Scrum Master (CSM) is a plus.

Please note that those who meet the qualifications for the position will be contacted directly.We appreciate you taking the time and look forward to reviewing your application.WellnessLiving is an equal-opportunity employer. At WellnessLiving, we are proud to embrace and celebrate differences. Employment at WellnessLiving is based purely on a candidate’s qualifications and experiences as they directly relate to professional competencies. WellnessLiving does not discriminate against any employee or potential employee because of race, creed, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, family or parental status, or any other status protected by the laws and regulations in the locations where we operate. Furthermore, we will not tolerate bias or discrimination of any kind from our employees or customers. At WellnessLiving, we bring everyone together to create something incredible! We are a unique and diverse blend of leaders and action-takers, and that mindset encompasses our passion and commitment to our product and our employees.

Expected salary

Location

Richmond Hill, ON

Job date

Wed, 05 Feb 2025 06:47:38 GMT

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