IT Project/Product Manager

We are seeking a proficient Product/Project Manager to assist us in guiding our product development initiatives. Our Agile team, based in various locations with headquarters in Bonn, Germany, handles the full software development lifecycle; from initiation to implementation and operation of physical access control software operating multiple electronic locks across different radio protocols and RFID identification media. 

This is an exciting opportunity to work on cutting-edge projects involving high-security hardware and technology in a creative, international environment. You will have the chance to work with a talented team and make a real impact on our customers’ businesses. 

Location: 

• Remote. 

• On-site in Bonn (required for all candidates who are located in Germany). 

Responsibilities: 

• Develop, maintain, and execute project goals and objectives in alignment with the company’s strategy. 

• Define project scope, goals, and deliverables, and manage project timelines, ensuring on-time delivery of high-quality products. 

• Manage relationships between the customer and the development teams, ensuring transparency and enhancing partnership collaboration. 

• Collecting, analyzing, and translating customer feedback and requests into functional requirements and user stories. 

• Propose innovations and improvements within both the project and company level.  

• Measure team performance using defined tools, and techniques to ensure reliable productivity. 

• Be a leader and motivator for a team. Facilitate team meetings, 1-2-1s and day-to-day communication with the team members.  

• Organize the high-quality and effective delivery within strict industry standards and security requirements. 

• Communicate project progress, strategies, and plans to internal stakeholders and external partners. 

• Facilitate cross-functional team collaboration, including engineering, QA and sales, to deliver successful projects. 

• Identify potential risks and issues within the project and propose mitigation strategies. 

We offer: 

• Great customer impact: the solutions you deliver will be used by thousands of large and small businesses. 

• The opportunity to shape the project management and delivery process. 

• Great team spirit and close collaboration. 

• Agile and innovative environment. 

• Cutting-edge technology and deep domain knowledge of the physical security industry.  

• Worldwide business trips and participation in the industry events 

• Working on the latest Apple Hardware. 

• Co-working compensation. 

• Education investment. 

• Growth opportunities. 

• 10 sick leaves without sick certificate 

• 20 paid vacation days (Unused vacation days annual financial compensation) 

Your skills: 

• Experience in IT project management and coordinating Agile teams (at least 2 years). 

• Experience in PDL and delivering successful software products from concept to launch. 

• Ability to analyze project requirements, identify dependencies and potential risks, and develop strategies to achieve project goals within specified timelines. 

• Excellent communication and collaboration skills. 

• Advanced Business English language knowledge. 

• Experience with project management methodologies (Agile, SCRUM / Kanban). 

• Skilled in coordinating project scopes and objectives, involving all relevant stakeholders. 

• Strong people management skills, including the ability to lead and motivate cross-functional teams. 

Nice to have: 

• Experience with IoT products in building automation and physical access control. 

• Master’s Degree in Computer Science, Business Administration, or related field. 

• Understanding of general security concepts. 

• Product and Project management portfolios  

• German language skills.