Project Manager – Delivery & Execution

About Battlebucks

BattleBucks is a next-generation competitive gaming platform building a scalable G-Commerce ecosystem, where player skill and engagement translate into real-world value. We operate across mobile, backend systems, and multiplayer game development.

Role Overview

We are seeking a Project Manager – Delivery & Execution to ensure seamless coordination and timely delivery across cross-functional teams. This role is focused on execution excellence, sprint management, and Jira governance, enabling teams to operate efficiently in a fast-paced development environment.

Key Responsibilities

Project Planning & Execution

• Develop and maintain detailed project plans, timelines, and deliverables
• Ensure alignment of tasks across engineering, design, and QA teams
• Track progress against milestones and ensure on-time delivery

Agile & Sprint Management

• Lead sprint planning, stand-ups, and retrospectives
• Define and monitor sprint goals, velocity, and delivery outcomes
• Ensure adherence to agile best practices and continuous improvement

Jira & Workflow Management

• Own and manage Jira boards, workflows, and ticket structures
• Ensure all tasks are well-defined with:

Clear descriptions

Acceptance criteria

Prioritisation and timelines

• Maintain high standards of ticket hygiene and tracking

Cross-Functional Coordination

• Act as the central point of coordination between:

Backend (APIs, services)

Mobile (Android/iOS)

Game development (Unity)

QA and design teams

• Identify dependencies and proactively mitigate risks

Release & Delivery Management

• Oversee release cycles and deployment readiness
• Ensure features are tested, validated, and delivered without delays
• Maintain structured release checklists and timelines

Risk & Issue Management

• Identify project risks, delays, and bottlenecks early
• Drive resolution through structured follow-ups and escalation where needed

Reporting & Communication

• Provide regular status updates on project health, timelines, and risks
• Maintain transparency with stakeholders through clear reporting mechanisms

Required Qualifications

• 2–5 years of experience in Project Management / Program Management
• Strong hands-on experience with Jira (mandatory)
• Solid understanding of Agile / Scrum methodologies
• Proven ability to manage cross-functional technical teams
• Excellent communication and organisational skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in gaming, mobile apps, or startup environments
• Familiarity with:

Backend systems and APIs

Mobile development workflows

Game development pipelines (Unity)

Key Success Metrics

• On-time delivery of sprint and project milestones
• Quality and structure of Jira workflows
• Reduction in blockers and delivery delays
• Efficiency and predictability of release cycles

What We’re Looking For

• Strong execution mindset with attention to detail
• High ownership and accountability
• Ability to operate in a fast-moving, evolving environment
• Proactive communicator with strong follow-up skills