SENIOR ENGINEER, TECHNICAL PROGRAM MANAGEMENT AT FLUTTERWAVE | PROGRAM MANAGEMENT JOBS IN LAGOS

About Company:

Flutterwave was founded on the principle that every African must be able to participate and thrive in the global economy. To achieve this objective, we have built a trusted payment infrastructure that allows consumers and businesses (African and International) make and receive payments in a convenient border-less manner.

Job Description:

• Flutterwave is looking for a motivated senior engineer to join our dynamic technical program management team.
• In this role, you will support the coordination and delivery of engineering projects that strengthen our payment infrastructure.
• You will work within engineering teams, alongside product managers and other stakeholders, to assist in successful project execution and delivery.

Responsibilities
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
Program Management:

• Drive the planning, execution, and delivery of engineering project workstreams
• Define project scope, objectives, milestones, and deliverables
• Develop detailed project plans, including timelines, resource allocation, and risk management strategies
• Track project progress, identify potential risks and issues, and implement mitigation strategies

Cross-functional Collaboration:

• Work closely with engineering, product management, operations, and other cross-functional teams to ensure alignment and successful project outcomes.
• Facilitate communication and collaboration among stakeholders to ensure clarity and consistency in project goals and deliverables.

Technical Expertise:

• Contribute to technical discussions and provide support to engineering teams, adhering to best practices and quality standards.
• Assist in reviewing technical designs and documentation to ensure alignment with project tasks and system requirements

Process Improvement:

• Identify opportunities for process improvement and implement best practices to enhance project management efficiency and effectiveness.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to optimise project delivery and team performance.

Requirements:

Required competency and skillset to be a waver:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field
• Minimum 5 years of experience in technical program management or a related role, preferably within the payments or financial technology industry
• Strong technical background with hands-on experience in software engineering or a related field
• Proven track record of successfully managing and delivering complex engineering projects on time and within scope
• Excellent project management skills, including proficiency with project management tools and methodologies
• Strong organizational and task management abilities
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with diverse teams and stakeholders
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to navigate complex technical challenges
• Experience with Agile/Scrum methodologies is highly desirable
• PMP, Scrum Master, or other relevant certifications are a plus.

Salary

Application Closing Date: Not specified

Application Instructions:

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