What are the responsibilities and job description for the Project Manager – Cloud Modernization position at DS Technologies Inc?
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DS Technologies Inc is looking for Project Manager – Cloud Modernization role for one of our premier clients.
Job Title: Project Manager – Cloud Modernization
Location: Phoenix, AZ (Onsite)
Position Type: Full-Time / Contract
Only W2
Position Type: Full-Time / Contract
Only W2
About the Role:
We are seeking an experienced Technical Project Manager (TPM) to lead and deliver two major technology migration initiatives — the Del Clarity Uplift and the AMP Migration projects. This individual will manage cross-functional teams, ensure seamless coordination across multiple applications, and oversee the complete lifecycle of migration efforts from planning through post-production stabilization within the Authorizations Modernization Program.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead and manage two major technology migration projects:
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Del Clarity Uplift – Coordinate across multiple teams and applications to ensure successful uplift and modernization.
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AMP Migration – Oversee the complete migration process from pre-production testing through post-production phases for Authorizations Point of Sale (POS) capabilities.
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Del Clarity Uplift – Coordinate across multiple teams and applications to ensure successful uplift and modernization.
- Develop, manage, and maintain detailed project plans, timelines, and resource allocation across multiple workstreams.
- Work closely with Engineering, Infrastructure, Application, and Product teams to drive project delivery.
- Identify and manage dependencies, risks, issues, and mitigation plans throughout the project lifecycle.
- Ensure proper alignment with Cloud Modernization goals and enterprise architecture standards.
- Manage stakeholder communication, including regular updates, executive summaries, and reporting through Del Clarity dashboards and project tracking tools.
- Drive go-live readiness activities, including testing coordination, validation, and production cutover.
- Coordinate post-migration reviews and ensure proper documentation and knowledge transfer.
- Partner with cross-functional leaders to ensure adherence to governance, compliance, and security standards.
- Facilitate PI Planning sessions, manage sprints, and ensure Agile best practices are followed across teams.
Required Qualifications:
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8 years of experience in Project Management, with a focus on Technology / Cloud Migration / Modernization projects.
- Strong background in Technical Program Management (TPM) and ability to manage multiple concurrent workstreams.
- Proven experience with Del Clarity (Clarity PPM) or similar project portfolio management tools.
- Prior experience managing application modernization or infrastructure migration initiatives (preferably in cloud environments).
- Strong understanding of Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC), DevOps, and Agile methodologies.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, including executive reporting.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a results-driven mindset.
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment managing multiple priorities.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience in Financial Services, Payments, or Retail Technology domains.
- Familiarity with Cloud Platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP).
- Experience in Authorizations Systems, POS, or related modernization programs.
- PMP or Agile/Scrum certification preferred.