About the Role
Job Title: Project Manager - Custom Software Development (Mid–Senior Level)Location: Phoenix, AZ (Hybrid) Employment Type: Open-Ended Contract or contract to hirePay: $48-62/hrYou’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 projects
Demonstrated experience managing large, cross-disciplinary project teams of at least 25 to 30 individuals, including oversight of subordinate leaders such as Team Leads, Coordinators, or Project Managers
Experience in startup or high-growth environments
Deep understanding of SDLC, Agile/Scrum, and iterative delivery
Ability to translate complexity into clear, actionable direction
Skilled at balancing multiple projects and priorities
Confident facilitator with exceptional communication skills
Comfortable working directly with clients across varied industries
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