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Job Title: Technical Project Manager

Location: Chennai, India
Employment Type: Full-Time
Experience: 10+ Years
Notice Period: Immediate Joiners Preferred


Job Overview:
We are looking for an experienced Technical Project Manager to lead the implementation of a Java-based insurance product for global clients. This is a techno-functional leadership role requiring strong hands-on development expertise along with project and team management capabilities. The role involves active coding, architecture decision-making, and end-to-end delivery ownership.

Key Responsibilities:

Technical Responsibilities:

  • Design, develop, and review production-grade Java/J2EE applications

  • Lead architecture decisions including microservices and modernization initiatives

  • Develop and guide implementation of REST APIs, Spring Boot, and microservices-based systems

  • Conduct code reviews and ensure adherence to performance and scalability standards

  • Mentor development teams and provide technical direction

  • Translate insurance domain requirements into technical solutions

Project & Delivery Responsibilities:

  • Manage end-to-end project lifecycle including planning, execution, delivery, and support

  • Lead cross-functional teams and ensure timely delivery within scope and budget

  • Drive Agile/Scrum practices including sprint planning, stand-ups, and retrospectives

  • Track project metrics such as velocity, burndown, and risks

  • Collaborate with Business Analysts on requirement analysis and UAT support

  • Act as primary client interface and manage stakeholder expectations

  • Identify risks and implement mitigation strategies

  • Drive continuous improvement in delivery and quality


Required Skills:

  • Strong expertise in Java/J2EE, Spring Framework, Spring Boot, and Microservices

  • Hands-on coding experience (mandatory)

  • Experience with REST API design and development

  • Strong understanding of system design, architecture, and modernization

  • Proficiency in Oracle or similar databases

  • Experience with Git and JIRA

  • Strong debugging, performance tuning, and problem-solving skills


Domain Expertise:

  • 6–7+ years of experience in the Insurance domain (P&C, Life, or Health)

  • Understanding of policy lifecycle, underwriting, claims, or related processes

  • Experience working with insurance platforms like Guidewire, Duck Creek, or Majesco (preferred)

  • Familiarity with insurance regulatory and compliance frameworks


Additional Requirements:

  • Vendor/IT services background is mandatory

  • Strong communication and client-facing skills

  • Proven experience in monolith to microservices migration

  • Basic familiarity with AI productivity tools (e.g., GitHub Copilot, ChatGPT)

  • PMP / CSM certification is a plus


Ideal Candidate Profile:

  • 10+ years of IT experience with strong technical foundation

  • Prior hands-on development experience before moving into project management

  • Stable career history with consistent tenures

  • Ability to contribute technically while managing teams and stakeholders



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