Job Description
Job Description
Salary :
Transform Labs is a 30-year-old U.S.-based software engineering firm seeking a hands-on Engagement Manager to lead client relationships and oversee successful delivery of digital product implementations. This role blends client strategy, project coordination, and customer successyou'll guide clients through every stage of the engagement while ensuring our teams deliver exceptional results.
We're recruiting for aptitude, not a traditional project management resume. If you're a natural problem-solver who excels at building relationships, organizing complexity, and driving resultseven if you've never managed a software projectwe want to hear from you.
What You'll Do
- Serve as the primary point of contact and trusted advisor for client stakeholders.
- Manage project scope, timelines, and deliverables across concurrent engagements.
- Lead client onboarding, implementation, and post-launch support.
- Cultivate strong, loyal client relationships built on transparency and trust.
- Understand each client's business goals and align delivery to those outcomes.
- Identify growth opportunities and help shape business proposals and quarterly reviews.
- Collaborate with internal developers, designers, and strategists to ensure milestones are met.
- Manage escalations and resolve blockers quickly to keep projects on track.
- Oversee client managed services and support agreements.
- Plan and maintain product roadmaps and delivery schedules in Confluence and Jira.
- Monitor project health, proactively identifying risks and mitigation strategies.
- Maintain clear, consistent communication through collaboration tools and progress reports.
What You'll Bring - Core Capabilities (these matter most)
Relationship builder Natural ability to establish trust and rapport with diverse stakeholders. You're the person people want to work with and turn to when things get complicated.Organized orchestrator Proven ability to juggle multiple priorities, keep details straight, and coordinate complex initiatives without dropping balls.Clear communicator Excellent written and verbal communication skills. You can explain technical concepts to non-technical audiences and translate client needs into actionable plans.Problem solver Creative, solution-oriented thinker who thrives on turning ambiguity into clarity. When blockers appear, you find a way forward.Ownership mindset Track record of taking initiative, driving projects to completion, and delivering results in deadline-driven environments.Quick learner Comfortable mastering new tools, processes, and domains. We use Jira and Confluence for project tracking, and we'll teach you everything you need to know.Business acumen Ability to understand client goals and connect daily work to bigger-picture outcomes.Adaptable professional Comfortable navigating change, managing competing priorities, and staying calm under pressure.Backgrounds That Often Translate Well
We've seen people succeed in this role from diverse backgrounds including event planning, operations coordination, customer success, consulting, account management, teaching, sales engineering, and moreanywhere you've had to manage stakeholders, wrangle complex details, and deliver under pressure.
What We're NOT Looking For
You don't need years of software project management experience.You don't need to know Agile methodologies.You don't need prior experience with Jira or Confluence.You don't need a specific degree or credential.What You DO Need
Strong analytical and communication skills (however you acquired them).Examples of successfully coordinating complex work involving multiple people.Evidence that you're someone who figures things out and gets things done.U.S. work authorization (we cannot accept candidates requiring sponsorship, including EAD, OPT, or H1B).About Transform Labs
Transform Labs is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for everyone. Unfortunately, we cannot accept candidates requiring sponsorship or those living outside the United States.