Technical Project Manager - Octopus by RTG / AI

Octopus by RTG is enabling a key partner organization to grow their tech teams while focusing on AI. We are currently looking for the right pioneers to join the team!

Octopus is proud to be part of the Robusta Technology Group (RTG), a leading tech group. With a decade of experience and a successful track record of delivering over 300 projects across Europe, the Middle East, and North America, RTG has established itself as a preferred employer in the Egyptian market. Octopus and Robusta are building a bridge between Europe and Africa, creating tailored hub solutions to connect companies with top talent across the globe.

Octopus is specialized in rapidly assembling remote & onsite global tech teams that are fully aligned with the culture and practices of a particular brand. By providing tailored hubs to suit its clients needs, Octopus gives companies all the advantages of remote work and offshoring without all the negatives.

As a seasoned TPM, with 5+ years of experience, you will take ownership of managing multiple technical AI and machine learning projects across diverse geographies, including the U.S. and the GCC region. Collaborating with cross-functional technical teams and customers, you will be responsible for defining project deliverables, breaking them into actionable tasks, assigning ownership, tracking progress, and ensuring on-time delivery. Your role will be pivotal in aligning the customer’s requirements with the technical team’s execution and maintaining seamless communication across stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities:

• Project Planning: Collaborate with customers and technical teams to define deliverables, user stories, and timelines.
• Task Management: Break down project requirements into manageable tasks and assign ownership within the technical team.
• Communication: Act as the primary point of contact for customers, facilitating clear and timely communication between internal and external stakeholders.
• Tracking & Reporting: Monitor project progress, ensure timely execution, and report updates to leadership and customers.
• Problem Solving: Identify potential roadblocks and work proactively with technical teams to address them.
• Process Improvement: Champion best practices in project management, ensuring the efficient and effective execution of all projects.

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Business, or a related field
• 5+ years of experience managing technical projects, preferably in AI or machine learning
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and deliver on time
• Familiarity with Agile methodologies and tools such as JIRA or Trello
• Strong written and verbal communication skills in English and Arabic
• Proven ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams and customers effectively

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working on projects in AI, machine learning, or generative AI solutions
• Familiarity with breaking down technical requirements into actionable user stories
• Strong understanding of cloud services and deployment environments
• Demonstrated experience working with geographically distributed teams
• PMP, Scrum Master, or equivalent certification

What We Offer

• Competitive salary in USD
• Career development opportunities in a cutting-edge AI domain
• Flexible work schedule and remote options
• The opportunity to work on transformative generative AI projects across global markets

Our Partner's Values

• Put clients first: We always do the right thing for our clients.
• Get things done: We deliver timely, high-quality results for our clients.
• Write the manual: We are trailblazers who pioneer novel solutions.
• Embrace challenges: We use impediments as opportunities to advance action.
• Ignore the ego: We value truth and growth through feedback.
• Experiment a lot: We rely on economical, data-driven experiments to innovate.