Bluelight Consulting
Project Manager (Software Development) - Remote, Latin America
About this role
Bluelight is a leading software consultancy dedicated to designing and developing innovative technology that enhances users' lives. With a steadfast commitment to delivering exceptional service to our clients, Bluelight excels in its focus on quality and customer satisfaction. Our mission is not only to create cutting-edge applications but also to foster a collaborative and enriching work environment where each team member can grow and thrive. With a presence across the United States and Central/South America, Bluelight is in an exciting phase of expansion, continually seeking exceptional talent to join its dynamic and diverse community.We are looking for a skilled individual to join our rapidly growing team at Bluelight. This position is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced, dynamic environment where everyone's opinions and efforts are valued and appreciated. You will have the opportunity to contribute to challenging and meaningful projects, developing high-quality applications that stand out in the market. We value continuous learning, personal growth, and hard work, offering a collaborative environment that promotes professional development. If you are passionate about software development and eager to be part of a growing software consultancy, we invite you to apply and join us on this exciting journey.Requirements
- 5+ years professional experience managing software development projects
- Experience delivering against fixed, immovable external deadlines (e.g., product launches, trade shows) with critical-path and buffer management
- Experience managing a client dependency register with required-by dates, owners, and escalation paths
- Experience with formal risk registers and change-control processes
- Experience managing project scope, budget, resourcing, and timelines across multiple concurrent workstreams
- Experience coordinating third-party vendor dependencies (contracts, credentials, integration timelines)
- Experience running Agile/Scrum or Kanban teams
- Experience with milestone/gate-based acceptance criteria and client-facing status reporting
- Experience with project management and tracking tools (Jira, Asana, or similar)
- Strong stakeholder management skills, including experience translating technical concepts for non-technical clients and executives
- Experience identifying, tracking, and mitigating project risks and dependencies
- Substantial background working with large, complex systems and distributed engineering teams
- Ability to overlap US business hours
- Bachelor's degree required
- Extreme ownership and accountability for deliverables
- Client-focused dedication to team commitments
- Best practices knowledge and adherence
- Strong problem-solving and conflict-resolution ability