IT Project Manager - Java/.NET

Responsibilities

• Orchestrate end-to-end software delivery for complex, enterprise-level Java/.NET applications using Agile (Scrum or Kanban) methodologies
• Adapt traditional Agile metrics (team velocity, sprint burn-down, cycle time) to analyze and optimize productivity gains achieved through GenAI tools
• Coordinate sprint planning, daily stand-ups, backlog grooming, and retrospectives, ensuring development workflows seamlessly integrate AI code generation, automated unit testing, and code review
• Manage project scopes, timelines, resource allocation, and multi-million dollar budgets
• Act as a highly technical liaison between developers, architects, product owners, and business leaders
• Guide the team through complex project milestones involving Java/Spring Boot and/or .NET Core/C# ecosystems, microservices architectures, RESTful APIs, and cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP)
• Facilitate discussions around technical debt, code quality, automated testing (unit/integration/E2E), and CI/CD pipeline bottlenecks
• Oversee dependencies and risks associated with hybrid architectures (e.g., migrating legacy .NET Framework or Java EE monolithic systems to modern, containerized cloud environments)
• Serve as the primary point of contact for senior leadership and business stakeholders, providing transparent reporting on project health, roadmap progress, and technical risks
• Identify, track, and proactively mitigate risks, technical dependencies, and blockers before they impact delivery timelines
• Collaborate with Product Management to align the technical roadmap with business priorities and product backlogs

Requirements

• 10-14 years of professional experience in IT project management
• Expertise in Agile methodologies (Scrum, Kanban) and scaled agile frameworks (SAFe)
• Advanced proficiency in project management and collaboration tools, specifically Jira, Confluence, and MS Project
• Familiarity with Azure DevOps (ADO)
• Capability to perform capacity planning, estimating, and resource allocation in a fast-paced environment
• Understanding of Java/Spring Boot and/or .NET Core/C# ecosystems, microservices architectures, and RESTful APIs
• Knowledge of cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP) and CI/CD pipelines
• Background in integrating AI tools (ChatGPT, Claude, Co-Pilot) into enterprise applications
• Outstanding communication, presentation, and facilitation skills, with an ability to translate complex technical concepts into clear business value
• Strong negotiation and conflict-resolution skills
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-change environment

Nice to have

We offer/Benefits

• Opportunity to work on technical challenges that may impact across geographies
• Vast opportunities for self-development: online university, knowledge sharing opportunities globally, learning opportunities through external certifications
• Opportunity to share your ideas on international platforms
• Sponsored Tech Talks & Hackathons
• Unlimited access to LinkedIn learning solutions
• Possibility to relocate to any EPAM office for short and long-term projects
• Focused individual development
• Benefit package:
• Health benefits
• Retirement benefits
• Paid time off
• Flexible benefits
• Forums to explore beyond work passion (CSR, photography, painting, sports, etc.)