General Transport Service is hiring: Application Development & Project Manager i

Role Title: Application Development & Project Manager
Reports To: VP of Technology
Team Size: 6 in-office Software Engineers and 5 offshore engineers
Location: Ft Worth, TX

Role Overview:
This hybrid role combines technical leadership with project management responsibilities.
The Application Development & Project Manager is responsible for overseeing the full
software development lifecycle, managing project timelines, and ensuring the successful
delivery of high-quality applications. This role requires a balance of hands-on technical
oversight, people management, and project coordination.

Key Responsibilities:
• Project Management: Define project scope, goals, and deliverables in
collaboration with stakeholders. Develop and maintain project plans, timelines, and
resource allocations. Assign tasks to developers based on skill sets, availability, and
project priorities. Track progress, manage risks, and resolve issues to ensure timely
delivery. Facilitate daily stand-ups, sprint planning, and retrospectives.
• Team & Stakeholder Communication: Act as the primary point of contact between
the development team and business stakeholders. Provide regular updates on
project status, risks, and milestones. Foster a collaborative and transparent team
culture.
• Offshore Team Management: Manage and coordinate with offshore engineers to
ensure seamless integration and collaboration. Address challenges related to
communication, cultural differences, and time zone variations. Optimize resource
allocation and task assignments to leverage the strengths of both in-office and
offshore teams.
• Technical Leadership: Guide the architecture, design, and implementation of
software solutions using Python and Angular. Conduct code reviews and ensure
adherence to best practices and coding standards. Mentor and support the
professional growth of software engineers. Collaborate with stakeholders to
translate business requirements into technical solutions.

Required Skills & Qualifications:
• 2+ years of experience in software development, with 2+ years in a leadership or
management role.
• Strong understanding of software development methodologies (Agile, Scrum,
Kanban).
• Experience with project management tools (e.g., Jira, GitHub, Azure DevOps).
• Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency in Python and Angular.
• Experience managing or working with offshore teams.

Preferred Qualifications:
• PMP, CSM, or other project management certifications.
• Experience with Azure.
• Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices.