Technical Lead/Project Manager (Freelance)

Instrument is a digital product and brand experience agency of more than 400 talented people on a dozen different teams, each focused on particular clients and dedicated to producing best-in-class work. Our shift to a remote-first model has only strengthened and diversified our company culture, and we’re committed to career advancement, personal support, and a healthy work/life balance for everyone we hire.

We are seeking a dynamic and driven freelance Technical Leader/Project Manager to spearhead our technical projects, ensuring seamless execution from inception to delivery. The ideal candidate will not only possess a solid foundation in technical project organization and management but will also serve as a catalyst for innovation, guiding teams towards optimal solutions. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and are passionate about leading technical initiatives, we want to hear from you.

5/6-7/19 at 20 hours/week

What You'll Do

• Technical Project Organization and Management:
• Lead the planning, execution, and delivery of technical projects, ensuring adherence to timelines and budget constraints.
• Oversee project scope, resources, and dependencies to mitigate risks and maximize efficiency.
• Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to align project objectives with business goals.




• Requirements Gathering:
• Conduct thorough requirements gathering sessions with stakeholders to capture project specifications and expectations.
• Translate business requirements into actionable technical tasks, ensuring clarity and alignment among team members.




• GitLab Expertise:
• Leverage knowledge and familiarity with GitLab to streamline development workflows and enhance collaboration across teams.
• Drive adoption of best practices within GitLab to optimize version control, code review, and continuous integration processes.




• Sprint Planning Meetings:
• Facilitate sprint planning meetings effectively, guiding developers through ticket prioritization, sizing exercises, and task assignments.
• Foster a collaborative environment where team members contribute insights and collectively commit to sprint goals.




• Documentation and Communication:
• Demonstrate proficiency in writing comprehensive tickets, requirements documents (PRD), and technical documentation.
• Communicate project progress, milestones, and challenges clearly and concisely to stakeholders, fostering transparency and alignment.

What You'll Bring

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• Proven experience in technical project management, with a track record of successfully delivering complex projects on time and within budget.
• Strong understanding of Agile methodologies, with hands-on experience in sprint planning and execution.
• Familiarity with GitLab or similar version control platforms is highly desirable.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to articulate technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
• Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail, with a focus on driving results and continuous improvement.