Job Description

We are looking for a Technical Leader with deep expertise in techno-functional (IBM ESB, Mulesoft SOA and Global Payments Infrastructures) and strategic aspects of project management to drive the execution of high-stakes IT projects. This role requires strategic thinking, a deep understanding of project coordination, and proficiency in managing complex requirements, tight deadlines, and regulatory standards.

Responsibilities:

Lead high-impact projects from start to finish, with a strong focus on resource optimization, vendor partnerships, and stakeholder engagement. Strategic Alignment: Developing and implementing project strategies that ensure middleware solutions align with organizational goals and business requirements. Project Execution & Monitoring: Tracking the progress of middleware integration projects, monitoring deliverables, and ensuring timely completion within budget. Risk Management: Identifying and mitigating risks related to middleware integration, including potential technical issues and project dependencies. Ensure seamless operations by developing clear project plans, meeting tight deadlines, and maintaining compliance. Oversee every phase of critical projects, including planning, resource management, vendor selection, server setup, testing, deployment, and stabilization. Manage simultaneous projects with overlapping timelines, ensuring alignment with both immediate goals and long-term business priorities. Lead integration efforts with external partners, ensuring reliable data and system integration that supports the organization's infrastructure. Spearhead project planning with a focus on resource and budget optimization, monitoring KPIs, timelines, and compliance. Chair Project Working Group (PWG) and Project Steering Committee (PSC) meetings, providing regular updates on progress, financials, and risk. Reporting & Analysis: Collecting and analyzing data to generate project status reports, highlight potential flaws, and provide insights to stakeholders and management.

Requirements:

Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science or Engineering related studies. 15 to 20 years' total work experience with recent 5+ years as a Product Manager or Technical Lead. Strong leadership skills to guide project teams and excellent interpersonal skills to foster effective collaboration. At least 3 years' experience with IBM ESB, Mulesoft SOA, API, MS Project, and ARIS application process design, with proven knowledge in cloud computing and virtual machine setup. Latest experience in Global Payments Infrastructures projects. Strong project planning, process optimization, resource management and stakeholder engagement capabilities. Project Management Expertise: Strong understanding of various project management methodologies and tools, particularly those used in software and IT environments. Effective communicator with advanced stakeholder engagement skills. * Excellent problem-solving capabilities, especially in complex and high-stakes environments