Job Description
Job Description
Job Title : Project Manager - Custom Software Development (Mid–Senior Level)
Location : Phoenix, AZ (Hybrid) Employment
Type : Open-Ended Contract
You’ll lead software initiatives that directly solve real business problems. Projects span SaaS, utilities, manufacturing, healthcare, non-profit, and more.
Although the client base includes startup, enterprise, and public-sector organizations, the delivery culture is fast-moving, product-focused, and startup-paced. Every engagement is unique, collaborative, and requires strong ownership.
What You’ll Do
- Own delivery of custom-built applications from discovery through launch
- Develop project plans, technical requirements, and delivery roadmaps
- Partner closely with product and engineering to align on scope and priorities
- Facilitate Agile ceremonies (standups, sprint planning, reviews, retros)
- Drive sprint execution and ensure consistent delivery quality
- Identify risks early, manage dependencies, and remove blockers
- Communicate timelines, decisions, and tradeoffs clearly
- Collaborate cross-functionally with UX, QA, DevOps, and client stakeholders
- Champion a delivery culture rooted in clarity, speed, and continuous improvement
What Makes You a Strong Fit
5–10+ years leading custom software development projectsExperience in startup or high-growth environmentsDeep understanding of SDLC, Agile / Scrum, and iterative deliveryAbility to translate complexity into clear, actionable directionSkilled at balancing multiple projects and prioritiesConfident facilitator with exceptional communication skillsComfortable working directly with clients across varied industriesTo find more great tech-centric jobs, please visit www.phoenixstaff.com.
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