Software Project Manager – UK & Europe
Obsidian Systems is a growing consulting business specializing in delivering complex software solutions for clients in both traditional and non-traditional financial institutions, with a focus on the blockchain and fintech sectors. As we expand our presence into the United Kingdom and Europe, we are seeking a driven and detail-oriented Software Project Manager to lead high-impact client initiatives with strategic partners in the financial and regulatory markets. If you are a proactive communicator who thrives in coordinating cross-functional teams in distributed, remote environments, this role is for you.
What You’ll Do
As a Software Project Manager, you will drive impactful client projects from inception through successful delivery. Working with a project team of highly skilled software engineers specializing in blockchain solutions for financial institutions, you will ensure seamless execution, clear communication, timely delivery, and engaged stakeholders across multiple time zones.
Manage multiple concurrent software development projects for key clients in the UK and Europe, from initiation to completion
Develop and maintain comprehensive project plans, timelines, and resource allocation schedules
Facilitate clear communication between client teams, engineering, and other stakeholders
Proactively identify project risks, dependencies, and blockers—taking action to mitigate them early
Regularly update our project management system (Linear) and escalate critical blockers or risks to keep projects on track
Organize and run agile ceremonies, including sprint planning, standups, retrospectives, and backlog grooming
Track and communicate project progress, KPIs, and milestones to leadership and other stakeholders
Foster seamless collaboration among remote teams across different time zones
Advocate for and implement best practices in software development and agile project management
Who You Are
A confident, detail-oriented project manager who excels in technical consulting environments
Skilled at translating between technical and non-technical audiences while ensuring alignment and timely delivery, even in complex, fast-paced environments
What You Bring
Experience managing projects in the financial, regulatory, fintech, blockchain, AI/ML, SaaS, data science, or open-source domains
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related technical field, or equivalent experience
5+ years managing technical software projects within agile frameworks, ideally in a consulting context
Strong knowledge of the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) and agile methodologies such as Scrum and Kanban
Experience with project management tools like Linear is a plus
Demonstrated ability to lead fully remote, distributed teams and coordinate work across time zones
Outstanding communication, organization, relationship-building, and influencing skills
Technical literacy and a proven track record of collaborating closely with engineering teams, particularly those focused on blockchain solutions for financial institutions
Join us as we expand and deliver innovative solutions for the next generation of financial and regulatory institutions across the UK and Europe.
Skills Required
- Experience managing projects in financial, regulatory, fintech, blockchain, AI/ML, SaaS, data science, or open-source domains
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related technical field, or equivalent experience
- 5+ years managing technical software projects within agile frameworks
- Strong knowledge of the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC)
- Familiarity with agile methodologies such as Scrum and Kanban
- Experience updating and maintaining project management tools (Linear experience a plus)
- Demonstrated ability to lead fully remote, distributed teams and coordinate across time zones
- Outstanding communication, organization, relationship-building, and influencing skills
- Technical literacy and proven track record collaborating closely with engineering teams, particularly blockchain solutions
What We Do
Obsidian Systems designs and develops high-quality software solutions, specializing in open-source infrastructure, data pipelines, and DevSecOps toolchains for enterprise AI. They are an open-source infrastructure partner with extensive experience in South Africa.
