Junior IT Project Manager

About the job

You have completed training or studies in computer science or business informatics and have already gained practical experience in software development, especially in backend and with databases? You want to continue actively using your technical knowledge while taking on more responsibility in IT project coordination? Then a specialised Swiss IT company for financial and tax data software offers you a versatile position with direct customer contact and long-term development opportunities.

Junior IT Project Manager

About the Position

As a Junior IT Project Manager, you take on a versatile role at the interface between software development, technical project coordination and customer support.

You actively work on technical solutions, manage backend systems and databases, and coordinate IT projects with customers and internal stakeholders.

Your Tasks

• Manage backend & databases: Collaborate on the backend as well as maintain SQL databases and cloud infrastructure.
• Coordinate customer projects: Independently manage IT projects from initial planning to successful implementation.
• Conduct workshops & presentations: Prepare technical content clearly and present it to professional audiences and customers.
• Provide B2B support: Competently advise and support financial institutions on technical questions regarding the software.
• Ensure end-user support: Respond to inquiries about the tax platform – flexibly, if necessary, also on weekends.

Requirements

• Completed studies in computer science/business informatics or completed training as IT specialist EFZ application development
• At least 2 years of practical experience in software development, ideally with a focus on backend
• Good SQL skills and practical experience with relational databases
• Experience with at least one backend programming language, such as Java or C#/.NET
• Native-level German and fluent English (C1)
• Independent, proactive working style and strong communication skills
• Willingness to undergo a background check

Nice-to-haves:

• Experience with cloud infrastructures, especially Microsoft Azure
• Knowledge of software architecture, APIs, interfaces and integration of various systems
• Experience with CI/CD, deployment, testing or incident management
• First experience in technical project coordination or B2B customer support
• Experience in conducting workshops or technical presentations
• Interest in financial and tax topics or initial experience in the financial sector

What’s in it for you:

• Home office (2-3 days/week)
• Flexible working hours & flexitime
• Central location (Zurich or Zug)
• Flat hierarchies & informal culture
• The chance to gain a lot of experience and take on responsibility – with high development potential within the company.

Our Recruitment Process

• Online logic and personality test
• Initial phone call
• Online interview with our recruitment team
• Online interview with the hiring managers
• Meet & greet on site
• Welcome to Academic Work!