Delivery Manager in Paymentop

As our company continues to evolve and expand, we are on the lookout for an experienced Delivery Manager to guide our project management strategies and oversee our IT operations. In this leadership role, you will be responsible for driving technological innovation and operational excellence across our company. We seek a visionary leader who can harness the power of technology to meet our business objectives, streamline processes, and enhance productivity.

Key Responsibilities:
Project Management Leadership:
— Supervising team and improving performance and efficiency of Project Management, QA, and security functions across teams developing FinTech projects.
— Develop and implement project management, security and quality assurance best practices across the organisation.
— Foster a culture of continuous improvement in project management methodologies. SDLC, CI/CD, Security and QA Process/ function Enhancement:
— Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimise and streamline the software development life cycle (SDLC), CI/CD pipelines, Security( in collaboration with CISO) and QA processes.
— Drive the adoption of software methodologies and automation practices to improve development efficiency.

Documentation and Onboarding:
— Lead efforts to enhance project documentation, data storage, and timely updates, ensuring clarity and completeness.
— Develop and improve onboarding processes for new team members per function, ensuring a smooth transition into projects.

Team Expansion:
— Identify opportunities for team growth and expansion, working with Recruitment to hire and onboard new development teams.
— Be in charge of enhancing the technical interviewing process and candidates’ checks.

Project Metrics Implementation:
— Establish and implement project metrics and KPIs to measure project success and efficiency.
— Assigning and tracking the OKRs for product development teams.
— Continuously monitor and analyse software development metrics to identify areas for improvement.
— Analyse and improve the speed/quality of the releases and transparency of the process.

Quality Improvement:
— Collaborate with project managers, QA leads, business analysts and technical teams to improve the quality of business analysis and technical requirements.
— Implement processes for rigorous requirement gathering, validation, and traceability.
— Enhance the criteria for defining done, pre-, and post-release audits and checks.
— Collaborate with CTO on new technology research and implementation.

Project Planning and Oversight:
— Create comprehensive plans for project implementation, ensuring alignment with organisational goals and objectives.
— Monitor project progress, identify deviations, and take corrective actions to ensure timely delivery.

Resource Allocation and Risk Management:
— Assign resources to projects based on skill sets and availability, making adjustments as necessary.
— Evaluate potential project risks and develop contingency plans to minimise disruptions.

Security:
— Collaborate with CISO and oversee the data and project security.
— Oversee the Devops function.
— Oversee security audits and fixing/ implementation based on findings.
— Drive best practices of application security.

Team Coordination:
— Coordinate and improve the usefulness of regular team meetings to ensure alignment, engagement, and a clear understanding of project responsibilities.

Budget and Timeline Management:
— Be in charge of the budget per team and project.
— Ensure that all project deliverables are completed on time and within allocated budgets.

Training
— Hire, train, coach and evaluate the performance of the team and technical leaders in the company.
— Arrange and provide regular training to project managers and other team members.

About the candidate:
— Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field.
— Additional qualifications in Management, Business Administration, or a related discipline.
— At least 3 years of experience in roles such as Chief Technology Officer (CTO), Solution Architect, or Senior Developer (Technical Lead), with a specialised focus on PHP and Angular stack. Additionally, a demonstrated history of successfully transitioning into C-level management positions within large or rapidly expanding software development teams or organisations.
— Extensive experience exceeding 7 years in leadership roles, including positions like Head of Project Management Office (PMO), Chief Information Officer (CIO), or Delivery Manager within domains such as financial services, eCommerce, FinTech, hi-tech, or other high-loaded enterprise projects.
— This leadership experience should be in addition to the 3+ years spent in senior / C-level technical positions.
— At least 5 years of hands-on involvement with international companies/ projects or contractors.
— Proven proficiency in effectively managing multiple software development teams within large-scale software development enterprises.
— Expertise in change management, process implementation, and continuous improvement initiatives, especially within the context of rapidly expanding companies, ranging from small organizations to teams of over 100 specialists.
— Certifications such as PMP, Agile, or other relevant qualifications would be a significant plus.
— Exceptional leadership and team management abilities, underpinned by a demonstrated ability to inspire and lead teams to success.
— Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, coupled with the capability to navigate complex challenges.
— Effective communication and interpersonal skills, fostering collaborative relationships with cross-functional teams.
— Advanced proficiency in utilising project management tools and software to drive successful project outcomes.

We offer:
— Competitive compensation package (commensurate with your experience)
— Access to paid corporate English lessons (through Preply)
— 27 business days of flexible PaidTime Off (PTO)
— Fully remote work with flexible hours (within the CET time zone) from any location of your choice
— Values-driven culture with a friendly and supportive work environment
— Opportunity to regularly participate in conferences and community events as both a participant and contributor
— Matrix organizational structure designed to streamline communication, remove barriers, and promote efficiency

We look forward to reviewing your application and discussing how you can contribute to our team’s success. Let’s build something great together.