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Project Manager - 3 to 6 Month Contract Opportunity

dipperSan Francisco
On-site Temporary $120K/yr - $175K/yr

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Experience Level

Experience

Qualifications

To be successful in this role, you should have:A strong background in managing engineering projects and teams. Excellent analytical problem-solving abilities. Experience with Agile methodologies is a plus.

About the job

Join dipper as a Project Manager for a temporary engagement lasting 3 months, with the option to extend to 6 months. In this pivotal role, you will lead the execution of engineering initiatives, enhancing team productivity during a crucial development period.

This position is designed for a proactive individual who can swiftly adapt, establish order in uncertain situations, and ensure seamless progress across various cross-functional workflows.

Your Responsibilities Include:

Leading cross-team projects from inception to completion

  • Establish milestones, manage project dependencies, and ensure timely delivery across engineering teams.

  • Proactively identify risks and facilitate solutions to keep teams on track.

  • Ensure thorough documentation of decisions and clear ownership of action items.

Streamlining engineering processes

  • Coordinate regular technical meetings (architecture reviews, backend syncs, tech talks), including scheduling, agenda preparation, note-taking, and follow-up actions.

  • Maintain comprehensive decision trails and organized documentation to minimize information loss.

  • Deliver concise weekly operational updates to facilitate prioritization and coordination.

Enhancing workflow quality

  • Optimize the bug triage process by improving intake, routing, labeling, and the overall workflow.

  • Keep Linear, GitHub, Slack, and shared documentation well-organized and up-to-date for easy access to information and to prevent team blockers.

  • Identify recurring challenges and implement practical, scalable process improvements.

Facilitating developer efficiency

  • Collaborate with engineers to assess tools, conduct structured trials, gather feedback, and scale successful solutions.

  • Ensure visibility into tool usage and investments aligned with critical workflows.

Qualifications:

  • Minimum of 3 years of experience in project management, technical program management, operations, consulting, or a similar technical coordination role.

  • Proven track record of driving projects to successful completion while managing multiple stakeholders effectively.

  • Exceptional organizational, communication, and leadership skills required.

About dipper

Dipper is a forward-thinking company dedicated to enhancing engineering efforts through innovative project management. We pride ourselves on fostering a collaborative and dynamic work environment where creativity and efficiency thrive.

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