Airdev: Technical Project Lead

Headquarters: San Francisco URL: https://airdev.co About Airdev For many decades, building custom software meant writing thousands of lines of code

Today, thanks to visual development platforms and AI, high-quality products can be built faster, cheaper, and mostly without writing code

Airdev is the world's first and largest agency that specializes in this approach, helping clients from early-stage startups to Fortune 500 enterprises turn their ideas into powerful, scalable software

About the role We're looking for a Technical Project Lead to own the delivery of complex software projects from kickoff through launch

You'll be the central point of coordination for each project you manage, working with our team members and clients to make sure requirements are clear, work is properly sequenced, and nothing slips through the cracks

You'll write detailed specifications, manage task breakdowns, run client meetings, and keep everyone aligned on progress and priorities

The applications we build often involve multiple user types, intricate business logic, and dozens of interconnected features

You'll need to understand how all the pieces fit together well enough to spot gaps in requirements, anticipate dependencies, and keep everything moving in the right order

You'll work closely with Product Directors (who own product strategy and architecture) and Account Directors (who own the client relationship), while you own the execution

What you'll do Run projects from requirements through delivery, making sure work is completed on time and within scope Create and maintain detailed task lists, translating requirements into clear items for developers Write feature specifications that give developers what they need to build correctly Lead regular client calls to communicate progress, gather feedback, and align on priorities Coordinate across internal teams to keep projects moving and resolve blockers quickly Monitor project health and flag risks before they impact timelines Maintain clear documentation so project status and decisions are always visible Things we look for We value a mix of hard and soft skills, as well as alignment to our core values (https://www.airdev.co/core-values), in all of our people

Some specific qualities for this role include: 3+ years of experience in technical project management, software QA, or a similar role working closely with development teams Solid understanding of software fundamentals: databases, APIs, data relationships, and application logic

You can read a detailed technical specification and fully grasp what's being described

Exceptional attention to detail and strong organizational instincts

You create systems to track work and follow through relentlessly

Clear, precise written communication

Your specs and documentation leave little room for misinterpretation

You identify issues early and address them before they escalate

Comfort managing complexity

You can keep track of many moving pieces and understand how they connect

Confidence in client-facing communication

You can lead a meeting, explain technical concepts in plain terms, and manage expectations well

Experience in an agency or consulting environment, or managing multiple concurrent projects, is a plus Why work at Airdev? At Airdev, you'll have full ownership of your work and see the direct impact of your contributions as we pioneer the future of software development

Here's what we provide to support your success: Remote flexibility: Work from anywhere with a reliable internet connection, with flexible scheduling around team needs Health benefits (US based employees): Health Reimbursement Account (HRA) for healthcare expenses Retirement savings(US based employees): 401k retirement plan with company matching Equipment & workspace: Get a one-time stipend for your home office setup, and monthly reimbursement for co-working spaces Learning & development: Annual education stipend for courses and professional development Flexible PTO policy: Take the time you need to recharge Paid family leave: Generous paid leave for new parents Milestone sabbatical: One-month paid sabbatical after four years with the company Diversity at Airdev We aim to make software development accessible to those for whom it wasn't a viable career path before

We value diversity in all parts of our organization, and encourage people from varied backgrounds to apply to work here

To apply: https://weworkremotely.com/remote-jobs/airdev-technical-project-lead