Information Technology Project Manager

We have an Immediate Job opportunity for IT Project Manager

Job Role: IT Project Manager (Cards & Payments)

Job Location: Cairo, Egypt

Experience : 8 to 14 Years

Notice Period: Immediate to 30 days

About Company

At Synechron, we believe in the power of digital to transform businesses for the better. Our global consulting firm combines creativity and innovative technology to deliver industry-leading digital solutions. Synechron's progressive technologies and optimization strategies span end-to-end Artificial Intelligence, Consulting, Digital, Cloud & DevOps, Data, and Software Engineering, servicing an array of noteworthy financial services and technology firms. Through research and development initiatives in our FinLabs we develop solutions for modernization, from Artificial Intelligence and Blockchain to Data Science models, Digital Underwriting, mobile-first applications and more. Over the last 20+ years, our company has been honored with multiple employer awards, recognizing our commitment to our talented teams. With top clients to boast about, Synechron has a global workforce of 13,950+, and has 52 offices in 20 countries within key global markets. For more information on the company, please visit our website or LinkedIn communit

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

Diversity & Inclusion are fundamental to our culture, and Synechron is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and an affirmative-action employer. Our Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) initiative Same Difference is committed to fostering an inclusive culture promoting equality, diversity and an environment that is respectful to all. We strongly believe that a diverse workforce helps build stronger, successful businesses as a global company. We encourage applicants from across diverse backgrounds, race, ethnicities, religion, age, marital status, gender, sexual orientations, or disabilities to apply. We empower our global workforce by offering flexible workplace arrangements, mentoring, internal mobility, learning and development programs, and more. All employment decisions at Synechron are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to the applicant's gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, ethnicity, disabled or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected.

Job Description:

Minimum of 6 years of project management experience, preferably in the Cards & Payments domain

Proven experience managing payment-related projects, including EMV, NFC, Mobile Payments, and Card Management Systems.

Strong knowledge of payment industry standards, security protocols, and compliance regulations

Strong knowledge on JIRA & Microsoft project tools

Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills

Ability to coordinate multiple projects simultaneously and manage priorities effectively

Experience with agile and waterfall project management methodologies

Technical understanding of payment processing systems is a plus

Good to have - PMP, Prince2, or equivalent project management certification is preferred

Required Skills:

Minimum 6 years experience, with strong knowledge of Agile and Waterfall methodologies.

Domain: Proven experience in EMV, NFC, Mobile Payments, and Card Management Systems.

Proficiency in JIRA, Microsoft Project, and understanding of payment industry standards, security protocols, and regulations.

Excellent stakeholder management, multitasking ability, and PMP/Prince2 certification preferred.

Qualifications:

Bachelor's or Master's degree in computer science, Information Systems, or related field

Soft Skills:

Excellent communication and leadership skills.

Strong interpersonal and collaboration skills.

Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.

Positive attitude and strong work ethic.