CodeNinja is a full-stack sovereign AI delivery company helping Saudi enterprises, software acquirers, and government entities modernize systems and operationalize intelligence across mission-critical workflows. Operating from Riyadh with delivery capability across Saudi Arabia and the wider MENA region, CodeNinja works with 240+ organizations across priority sectors including government digitization, energy, financial services, logistics, and healthcare — and has been recognized by Clutch among the 100 fastest-growing technology companies of 2026. Through embedded engineering teams, AI Capability Centers, and Employer of Record services, CodeNinja builds internal capability inside client organizations rather than creating long-term vendor dependency, all aligned with Saudi Arabia's Vision 2030.
About the RoleWe're hiring a Project Manager to lead large-scale strategic transformation projects for a leading Saudi banking client, with high executive visibility and cross-functional impact across business and BT (Business Technology) units.
Responsibilities- Manage strategic programs from initiation to closure
- Build business cases, governance packs, and executive reporting
- Lead cross-functional delivery across business and BT units
- Manage steering committees, senior stakeholders, and board-level escalations
- Ensure realization of strategic benefits and delivery commitments
RequirementsRequirements
- 10+ years of relevant experience in strategic program/project management within banking or large enterprise environments
- Bachelor's degree required
- Strong banking transformation and executive stakeholder management experience
- PMP certification
- Proven experience managing programs with board-level or C-suite visibility
- Track record of building and presenting business cases and governance packs to senior leadership
- Master's degree
- Prior experience in Saudi/GCC banking transformation programs
- Experience with benefits realization frameworks
- Work on high-visibility, bank-wide resilience programs with direct regulatory impact
- Be part of CodeNinja's embedded engineering model — working within a top-tier banking client's governance and workflows while backed by CodeNinja's delivery infrastructure
- Opportunity to shape critical business service continuity at national-banking scale, aligned with Vision 2030's push for digital sovereignty and resilience
CodeNinja is an equal opportunity employer. This job description is intended to convey information essential to understanding the scope of the role and is not exhaustive of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required.
Skills Required
- 10+ years of relevant experience in strategic program or project management within banking or large enterprise environments
- Bachelor's degree
- Strong banking transformation experience
- Executive stakeholder management experience
- PMP certification
- Experience managing programs with board-level or C-suite visibility
- Experience building and presenting business cases and governance packs to senior leadership
- Master's degree
- Prior experience in Saudi or GCC banking transformation programs
- Experience with benefits realization frameworks
What We Do
A digital transformation company, driven to solve some of the most complex problems in the world today through technology. Our core service portfolio includes staff augmentation, software development and cloud services with over 300+ projects delivered to date. Established in 2014, with a continuously growing team of 250+ experts, operating across 3 regions with Americas, Middle East, and Southeast Asia, CodeNinja is one of the fastest growing technology companies recognized by Forbes Technology Council. With value addition being a core focus for the company, CodeNinja ranks as one of the top and best reviewed software development and services company. Now offering enterprise cloud solutions to some of the leading technology companies in the world, the company has secured funding of $1.6M and is poised to invest in redefining workplace dynamics through use of advanced AI. CodeNinja has earned the trust of more than 240 clients spread across 15 different countries and 9 different industries. The company is also one of the top-rated outsourcing services provider in Pakistan, forming dedicated technology teams for some of the world's leading organizations like Microsoft, Lifeforce (Tony Robbins) and OTL alongside unicorns such as 24Seven, ABHI, and Graana. In addition, to ensure quality and commitment to client data security, the company is now ISO 270001 certified. Services: · Offshore Engineering Teams · Custom Software Development · Dedicated Development Center · Application Modernizations · Cloud Services and Solutions · Modern Workplace Solutions · Digital Transformation Strategy · AI Consulting · AR/VR and Digital Twins · eCommerce Solutions Awards and Achievements: Top 1000 Companies Clutch Global 2023 Top Company in .Net Developers 2023 Clutch Global Fall 2023 Certifications & Partnerships: Adobe Commerce Cloud Solution Partner Microsoft Solution partner for business applications. Microsoft Solution Partner for Azure Data and AI.
