Job Description

Technical Project Manager - Join SkyBound!

Are you a talented Technical Project Manager passionate about driving innovative technical projects? Join SkyBound, a funded startup revolutionising public safety and security with automated drone technology!

About SkyBound and the job

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SkyBound Rescuer is dedicated to automating drones for rapid response, optimised performance, and better cost-effectiveness, ultimately saving, protecting, and improving lives. Here, you'll work with a skilled, multidisciplinary team and a range of cutting-edge technologies. We're developing proprietary software that uses data and AI to transform aerial imagery into interactive, high-fidelity simulation environments, supporting autonomy testing, training, and synthetic data generation.

As our Technical Project Manager, you'll orchestrate projects that push the boundaries of what's possible, balancing technical complexity with fast-moving delivery. In this lean, agile environment, your decisions will have a direct, visible impact on groundbreaking technology.

Job Title:

Technical Project Manager

Department

: Software Development

Location:

Hybrid - Remote / Southampton SO19

Reports to

: Chief Technology Officer

Responsibilities:

Work with the CTO and Product Owner to manage the full, ongoing SDLC -- from understanding requirements to guiding development, delivery, and continuous improvement. Collaborate with Heads of Department to plan, steer, and deliver projects, keeping them on track from requirements to completion Collaborate closely with engineering, infrastructure, and product teams to drive technical delivery. Keep projects organised with documentation, reporting, and light-touch governance to keep projects on track whilst adapting quickly as our needs evolve. Identify risks, issues, and dependencies, and proactively develop mitigation plans. Build strong relationships and ensure clear communication across our internal teams and with external customers to keep everyone aligned and engaged.

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Required Skills and Qualifications:

Proven experience as a Technical Project Manager or similar role in a fast-paced environment. Solid understanding of SDLC, Agile, and hybrid delivery methodologies. Familiarity with Agile boards, sprint planning, and backlog management in Jira or equivalent. Highly organised, with a proven ability to lead cross-functional teams, manage stakeholders, and deliver results. Ability to adapt quickly, manage shifting priorities, and maintain momentum. Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills with a hands-on approach. Skilled at setting up, tracking, and reporting project progress so teams and stakeholders always know what's happening and what's next. Excellent communication skills. Background in Infrastructure Services (servers, networks, cloud platforms, IT operations).

Desirable Qualifications:

Familiarity with DevOps practices and CI/CD pipelines Experience with cloud services (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud). Experience with CI/CD pipelines and Agile methodologies. Experience with drone software, robotics, or IoT systems. Experience helping IT systems and infrastructure grow smoothly in fast-moving, expanding businesses.

Competencies:

Fluency in English is essential. Flexible and a team player.

What SkyBound Can Offer You:

Competitive salary and benefits package. Opportunity to work on innovative projects in the drone technology industry. Remote work with some visits to our Southampton office. Collaborative and inclusive work environment. Professional development opportunities.

Join SkyBound Rescuer and be part of the future of drone technology!

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: 60,000.00-80,000.00 per year

Work authorisation:

United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Southampton SO19