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Zelifcam, LLC

Project Manager

Zelifcam, LLC, San Antonio, Texas, United States, 78208

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Zelifcam is a full-service technology partner with over 20 years of experience crafting innovative solutions that drive real, measurable success for organizations. Based in San Antonio, Texas, we specialize in turning ideas into intuitive, high-performing software solutions tailored to meet unique business needs.

Our US-based development team works with businesses of all sizes, from startups to large enterprises, across diverse industries including real estate, manufacturing, medical, legal, and IT.

We pride ourselves on seamless communication, ensuring clarity, collaboration, and transparency at every step.

Position Overview We’re looking for a Project Manager who can take complex software ideas and turn them into

organized, on-time delivery . This role is all about owning the full lifecycle of our custom software projects. You’ll guide everything from the first scoping conversations to deployment and long-term support, making sure our clients feel heard, our developers stay focused, and our projects stay healthy.

You’ll collaborate with designers, engineers, QA, and stakeholders to translate big-picture goals into clear, achievable plans. Beyond building timelines and checking boxes, you’ll be the person who

spots risks early , keeps communication flowing, and ensures the team always knows what’s next and why it matters. If you enjoy bringing clarity to moving parts and helping teams deliver great software, this role sits right at the center of how we make that happen.

About Our Work At Zelifcam, you'll be part of a team that handles everything from new custom software development to legacy code support. Our comprehensive services include software development for desktop, web, and mobile platforms, quality assurance with both automated and manual testing, and project management using agile methodologies. You'll work on projects for clients in real estate, manufacturing, medical, legal, and IT sectors, ensuring that every solution is tailored to meet unique business needs and budgets.

Key Responsibilities

Own full lifecycle planning and execution for custom software projects from initial scoping through deployment

Define project scope, requirements, milestones, and success metrics with clients and internal teams

Create structured timelines, roadmaps, sprint plans, and task breakdowns based on project goals

Coordinate cross-functional collaboration between design, development, and QA teams

Manage client communication, provide regular updates, and facilitate feedback loops

Identify risks early and implement mitigation strategies to keep projects on schedule

Monitor progress, adjust plans dynamically, and maintain project documentation

Ensure deliverables meet functional, design, and performance expectations before release

Oversee testing cycles, bug triage, release readiness, and post-launch support planning

Maintain project budgets, track time allocation, and ensure efficient resource usage

Support ongoing maintenance and legacy system projects with clear prioritization and planning

Translate technical concepts into clear, accessible explanations for non-technical stakeholders

Leverage modern PM tools and AI-assisted workflows to improve efficiency and clarity

Facilitate agile ceremonies and promote transparent, consistent communication across teams

Preferred Qualifications

Experience managing multiple software projects simultaneously in an agency or fast-paced environment

Familiarity with microservices, cloud architectures, and modern software deployment practices

Understanding of QA processes including automated and manual testing workflows

Experience working with CI/CD pipelines and collaborating with DevOps teams

Background supporting legacy software modernization efforts and long-term maintenance projects

Ability to navigate and coordinate API integrations, third-party services, and multi-system dependencies

Familiarity with real-time application features, mobile app workflows, and cross-platform development considerations

Comfort running client demos, stakeholder reviews, and post-launch retrospectives

Strong documentation habits and experience improving internal project processes

Knowledge of agile frameworks and PM methodologies including Scrum, Kanban, and hybrid models

Required Qualifications

3+ years of project management experience in custom software development

Proven ability to manage full project lifecycles from scoping to deployment and maintenance

Strong understanding of modern software development practices, including Agile, Scrum, and iterative delivery

Ability to coordinate cross-functional teams including design, development, and QA

Experience managing timelines, budgets, resource allocation, and risk mitigation strategies

Familiarity with technical concepts such as APIs, databases, cloud services, and mobile/web architectures

Proficiency with project management tools (Jira, ClickUp, Asana, Trello, or similar) and documentation platforms

High level of organization with strong prioritization and task-tracking skills

Excellent communication skills for collaboration with US-based clients and internal teams

Demonstrated ability to translate between technical and non-technical language

Adaptability and comfort managing projects with shifting requirements or evolving scope

Learning mindset with enthusiasm for improving processes, tools, and team workflows

Ability to leverage modern AI tools to enhance planning, documentation, and communication efficiency

What We Offer You’ll work on meaningful projects that directly impact clients across industries, while enjoying the support of a collaborative, US-based dev team. We offer flexibility, growth, and a culture that values your expertise.

Full-time position with competitive salary, 401(k), PTO, and health benefits after 90 days.

Professional Growth Continuous learning across stacks, frameworks, and industries — plus freedom to recommend new tech.

Diverse projects from modern web apps to mobile solutions, using the best tools for each job.

Team & Culture Collaborative environment with high autonomy, innovation, and clear communication.

Ideal Candidate You’re not just managing tasks; you thrive in environments where every project has its own personality, technical stack, and set of challenges. You understand that being a great project manager isn’t about forcing one rigid process onto every team. It’s about choosing the right approach for each project, adapting quickly, and keeping clarity even when requirements shift or stakeholders change direction.

You see AI as a powerful extension of your toolkit. You use it to streamline documentation, surface risks, draft timelines, and enhance communication. But you also know how to lead confidently without it. You rely on critical thinking, emotional intelligence, and real-world experience to make the decisions that actually move projects forward.

You appreciate working with an established company that has long-term, trust-based client relationships. You’re excited to guide teams that build impactful software used across industries, and you find satisfaction in delivering results that genuinely make clients’ lives easier. You’re the kind of PM who keeps people aligned, supported, and motivated, no matter how complex the project gets.

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