[Hiring] Associate Technical Project Manager @NinjaCat

About NinjaCat

NinjaCat is a digital marketing performance management platform that provides brands, agencies and media companies tools to collect, connect, analyze, and present marketing data in a meaningful way. Our data management and reporting solutions empower teams to communicate quickly and insightfully about the effectiveness of their marketing efforts at scale.

Our mission is to build a company that everyone wishes they were a part of and the proof is in the pudding: we were featured by Inc. Magazine as one of the best places to work (2 years in a row!) and 2020 AdAge best places to work. If that weren’t enough: we work remotely (work from anywhere!), offer great perks and have a unique culture built on our core values of compassion, action and trust. We recently raised a significant amount of capital, built a best-in-class leadership team, and we’re executing on a product vision that will transform the marketing analytics industry. We would love to have you be part of it. Learn more at www.ninjacat.io.

Interested but not sure you are qualified? If you are up for the challenge we want you to apply. We believe skills are transferable and we want everyone who wants to be part of NinjaCat to have a conversation with us.

About This Role

NinjaCat is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented individual to join our team as an Associate Technical Project Manager. In this role, you will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to drive the successful execution of technical projects. As an Associate Technical Project Manager, you will support the planning, coordination, and monitoring of project activities to ensure timely delivery, quality, and stakeholder satisfaction. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to develop their project management skills in a fast-paced and innovative environment.

Responsibilities

 

1. Project Planning and Coordination:
   • Collaborate with stakeholders to define project scope, goals, and deliverables.
   • Assist in developing project plans, timelines, and budgets.
   • Coordinate project activities and ensure alignment with the overall project objectives.
   • Track and report on project progress, identifying and mitigating risks and issues.
2. Communication and Stakeholder Management:
   • Facilitate effective communication among project team members and stakeholders.
   • Act as a primary point of contact for project-related inquiries.
   • Maintain regular communication channels to provide project updates and address concerns.
   • Build and maintain positive relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
3. Documentation and Reporting:
   • Prepare project documentation, including project plans, status reports, and meeting minutes.
   • Maintain accurate records of project activities, decisions, and outcomes.
   • Generate reports and presentations when needed to help communicate project status to stakeholders.
4. Agile Methodologies:
   • Familiarity with Kanban or Scrum methodologies and their application in project management.
   • Ability to facilitate daily stand-up meetings, sprint planning, retrospectives, and other Agile ceremonies.
   • Proficiency in creating and managing Kanban boards, including setting up and visualizing work flows, managing work in progress (WIP) limits, and tracking cycle times.
   • Understanding of backlog management, prioritization techniques, and user story refinement.
   • Familiarity with agile principles and the ability to promote a culture of continuous improvement and collaboration.

Requirements

• Understanding how and when to problem solve on your own or to ask for help
• Prior experience in project management or coordination, preferably in a technical environment, or entry-level training.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects concurrently.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with diverse teams.
• Detail-oriented mindset, ensuring accuracy and completeness in project deliverables.
• Beginner level proficiency in project management tools and software.
• Familiarity with Kanban or Scrum methodologies and their application in project management.
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities and work well under pressure.

What You Bring

• An open and curious mind
• A desire to learn and grow
• A positive attitude

Applicants must be located and authorized in the US or Canada. At this time, NinjaCat doesn't offer visa sponsorship or transfers.

Benefits

Cash compensation for this role includes a base salary in the range of $62,000 to $75,000, but may vary based on job-related knowledge, skills and experience.

Other Benefits Include:

• Work from home (We are 100% remote!)
• 4-Day Work Week
• Unlimited Vacation
• 401k
• Health, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance
• An awesome place to work (Inc Magazine - Best Place To Work, and Glassdoor 4.7 Star Rating)
• Free books supported by NinjaCat’s reading program
• Personal learning and development stipend
• Monthly health and wellness reimbursement
• Yearly All Company in-person meetup
• Ability to have a huge impact on a growing company
• Work alongside an incredible CEO, and a fantastic team
• Ability to use “cat” puns and memes all day long

Equal Opportunity

NinjaCat is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.

This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship. NinjaCat makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time.

Applicants must be located and authorized in the US or Canada. At this time, NinjaCat does not offer visa sponsorship or transfers.