Project Manager

Job Description – Project Manager / Business Analyst

We are seeking a highly experienced Project Manager / Business Analyst to lead client engagements and ensure delivery of high-quality software solutions. This hybrid role requires a professional who can own business requirements and analysis while also managing overall project execution.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in Business Analysis (requirements gathering, documentation, UAT, stakeholder engagement) along with proven experience in project management and delivery oversight.

Key Responsibilities

• Business Analysis (Core Responsibility)
• Engage with clients and business stakeholders to gather, analyze, and document requirements.
• Translate business needs into functional specifications, user stories, and acceptance criteria.
• Create and maintain requirement traceability matrices throughout the lifecycle.
• Collaborate closely with development and QA teams to ensure requirements are implemented accurately.
• Lead and coordinate User Acceptance Testing, ensuring solutions meet business expectations.
• Support pre-sales activities, including contributing to RFP responses, proposals, and client presentations.
• Document workflows, business rules, and processes, ensuring clarity and alignment.
• Project Management (Supporting Responsibility)
• Define project scope, objectives, and delivery plans aligned with client and business goals.
• Develop and manage project schedules, resources, risks, and dependencies.
• Implement Agile practices (Scrum/Kanban) and ensure effective sprint planning and tracking.
• Monitor project progress, report status to stakeholders, and ensure timely escalations.
• Drive governance, change management, and ensure project delivery within agreed scope, time, and budget.
• Foster collaboration across cross-functional teams, ensuring effective communication and ownership.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, IT, Engineering, or Business Management.
• 7-8 years of experience in Business Analysis and Project Management, with stronger emphasis on BA responsibilities.
• Proven expertise in gathering, documenting, and managing business requirements for software development projects.
• Hands-on experience in functional testing, UAT coordination, and requirements validation.
• Strong knowledge of SDLC methodologies (Agile, Waterfall, Hybrid).
• Proficiency in tools like JIRA, Confluence, Azure DevOps, Trello for requirements and project tracking.
• Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and client-facing skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with attention to detail.

Preferred Qualifications

• Domain expertise in E-Commerce, Content Management, Media & Entertainment, or Enterprise Applications.
• Experience in product engineering or data-driven projects.
• Certifications such as PMP, PRINCE2, CSM.
• Familiarity with BI/analytics, cloud environments, and DevOps practices.
• Experience with process mapping tools (Visio, Lucidchart)

About the Company: XTS

Xponential Technology Services (XTS) is a global technology solutions provider headquartered in Pune, India, delivering cutting-edge IT consulting, cloud engineering, custom solutions, customer engagement, data-led transformation, software testing, managed services, and on-demand talent scaling to businesses worldwide.

As a part of Kings Group Ventures (KGV) , headquartered in Dubai, XTS benefits from the strength and stability of a multinational enterprise. KGV encompasses 35 registered companies and 25+ brands, employing over 4,000 professionals across various industries.

XTS serves clients in media, communications, entertainment, retail, banking, financial services, technology, and more. Our approach combines domain expertise, innovative technology, flexibility, and cost-effective solutions to drive business growth and operational excellence.

At XTS, we prioritize work-life balance, employee well-being, and career growth. As a forward-thinking IT firm, we are committed to delivering transformative digital solutions that help organizations scale, adapt, and succeed in an ever-evolving technological landscape.