Senior Project Manager – Software Development - Remote

Company: Maximus Inc.
Location: Campbell
Posted on: March 23, 2026

Job Description:

Description & Requirements Maximus is currently seeking a Senior Project Manager – Software Development. We’re seeking an experienced Project Manager with a strong track record leading complex, high?value initiatives across cross?functional teams. This role oversees multiple projects from planning through delivery, ensuring alignment with organizational goals, timelines, and budgets.Candidates with PMP certification, Agile/Scrum experience, and a background in product development will excel in this highly collaborative, fast?paced environment. This is a remote position. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: - Develop strategies and tactical implementation of new products and improvements to existing product lines. - Work closely with business development and sales groups to identify upcoming needs. - Develop a detailed plan for implementation and roll out. - Follow up by evaluating product performance. Job-Specific Essential Duties and Responsibilities: - Lead the planning and delivery of multiple projects, ensuring alignment with organizational objectives, timelines, and budgets. - Develop detailed project plans, including scope, milestones, resource allocation, and risk mitigation strategies. - Collaborate with product, engineering, business development, and sales teams to identify emerging product needs and opportunities for new or improved offerings. - Manage implementation and rollout of new products or enhancements, ensuring successful adoption and operational alignment. - Monitor project and product performance post-deployment and identify opportunities for improvement. - Provide leadership and direction to project teams, ensuring accountability and effective communication. - Track project progress and facilitate timely resolution of issues impacting delivery. Minimum Requirements - Bachelors degree with 7 years of project management experience. - Delivers multiple small and large projects with high values and high risk. - Provides leadership for the project team to ensure that the project is delivered to specifications, on time and within budget. - Develops innovative methodologies, techniques, and criteria for projects. - Advanced knowledge of workflows and project mapping. - Facilitates the tracking and resolution of issues impacting projects. Job-Specific Minimum Requirements: - Additional years of relevant experience will be considered in lieu of degree. - 7 years of experience managing complex projects, including high-value or high-risk initiatives. - Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and deliver projects on time, within scope, and on budget. - Advanced knowledge of project management methodologies, workflows, and risk management. - Strong organizational, problem-solving, and communication skills. Preferred Skills and Qualifications: - Project Management Professional (PMP) certification or equivalent. - Experience with product development or enhancement initiatives. - Familiarity with Agile, Scrum, or hybrid project delivery methodologies. - Ability to collaborate effectively with business development and sales teams. - Experience implementing process improvements and project management best practices. EEO Statement Maximus is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information and other legally protected characteristics. Pay Transparency Maximus compensation is based on various factors including but not limited to job location, a candidates education, training, experience, expected quality and quantity of work, required travel (if any), external market and internal value analysis including seniority and merit systems, as well as internal pay alignment. Annual salary is just one component of Maximuss total compensation package. Other rewards may include short- and long-term incentives as well as program-specific awards. Additionally, Maximus provides a variety of benefits to employees, including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, a retirement savings plan, paid holidays and paid time off. Compensation ranges may differ based on contract value but will be commensurate with job duties and relevant work experience. An applicants salary history will not be used in determining compensation. Maximus will comply with regulatory minimum wage rates and exempt salary thresholds in all instances. Accommodations Maximus provides reasonable accommodations to individuals requiring assistance during any phase of the employment process due to a disability, medical condition, or physical or mental impairment. If you require assistance at any stage of the employment process—including accessing job postings, completing assessments, or participating in interviews,—please contact People Operations. Minimum Salary $ 105,040.00 Maximum Salary $ 157,560.00

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