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Project Manager

Livedin

Livedin

Operations
Karachi, Karachi City, Sindh, Pakistan
Posted on Jan 15, 2025

We are Livedin, a VC-backed prop-tech enterprise shaping the future of short-term rentals in MENA. Livedin is an intuitive property management software specifically designed for the modern short-term rental host. Unlike archaic, complex hospitality solutions, Livedin offers an easy-to-use mobile-first platform that empowers hosts to tap into the booking short-term rental market and manage their properties with ease and efficiency.

Livedin is led by a powerhouse team blending Fortune 100 leaders with seasoned unicorn startup builders; and is backed by leading global and regional startup ecosystem partners.

Your Role:

a. Technical Project Planning and Execution

  • Develop detailed technical project plans, defining timelines, dependencies, and milestones.
  • Collaborate with developers to assess technical feasibility and provide accurate estimations for project delivery.
  • Lead sprint planning, backlog grooming, and retrospectives in an Agile environment.

b. Hands-On Technical Oversight

  • Review architecture diagrams, API documentation, and development plans to ensure alignment with project goals.
  • Actively participate in technical discussions, understanding system requirements and guiding trade-off decisions.
  • Work with DevOps to oversee infrastructure scalability, CI/CD pipelines, and deployment processes.

c. Cross-Functional Collaboration

  • Act as the primary liaison between development, design, product, and QA teams to ensure clear communication of technical goals and priorities.
  • Facilitate API integration projects with external partners like Channex, payment gateways, and IoT providers.
  • Drive issue resolution by coordinating with technical teams to troubleshoot and debug complex problems.

d. Quality Assurance and Risk Management

  • Define and enforce testing strategies, ensuring each release meets performance, scalability, and reliability standards.
  • Identify and address technical risks early, proposing mitigation plans to maintain project momentum.
  • Oversee bug triaging and prioritization, ensuring critical issues are resolved promptly.

e.Technical Reporting and Documentation

  • Monitor and report technical project KPIs, including system performance, deployment success rates, and API uptime.
  • Maintain comprehensive technical documentation for workflows, APIs, system architecture, and post-mortems.

Your Expertise:

Essential Skills and Experience:

  • Experience: 3+ years as a Technical Project Manager, Software Engineer, or similar role in a SaaS or tech company.
  • Technical Knowledge: Proficiency in software development lifecycle (SDLC) and familiarity with programming languages (e.g., Python, JavaScript) and frameworks.
  • Project Management Tools: Proficiency with tools like Jira, Git, Confluence, or similar platforms.
  • API & Integration Knowledge: Hands-on experience working with APIs, webhooks, and third-party integrations.
  • Infrastructure: Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP) and CI/CD pipelines.

Preferred Skills and Experience:

  • Knowledge of database management (e.g., SQL, NoSQL) and system performance monitoring tools.
  • Understanding of Agile methodologies, including Scrum and Kanban.
  • Experience with SaaS platform architecture and multi-tenant environments.

Why Join Us?

  • Competitive Pay & Benefits: Get rewarded for your talent with competitive compensation and benefits.
  • Career Growth: Chart your own path and progress at your pace. Nothing is off limits.
  • Learn from the Best: Gain invaluable insights from leaders who have led Fortune 100 companies and founded successful unicorn startups.
  • Make an Impact: See the difference you make daily and contribute to Saudi Arabia's Vision 2030.

Location: Karachi (Clifton)

Join us and be part of something extraordinary!