IT Project Manager

ETSI is the home of standards for Information and Communication Technologies, currently engaged in 6G standardization. With a rich heritage spanning over 35 years, our not-for-profit organization offers the best place to work on global standards for our more than 900 member organizations worldwide, which range from the world largest technology companies to start-ups and R&D centres. As a member of the ETSI team, you will find yourself at the epicentre of innovation. Together with our expert community from all around the world, we unlock the true potential of emerging technologies, such as 6G, the Internet of Things (IoT), Artificial Intelligence (AI), and Virtualization, to shape tomorrow's digital landscape. We are seeking an IT project Manager to integrate our ITC (IT & Connectivity) Division, within the Applications team IT PROJECT MANAGER Based in Sophia-Antipolis, French Riviera (hybrid teleworking) Mission This role englobes the following tasks:
• Act as the main contact for functional or technical questions related to these applications or projects, including post-release support to end users.
• Evaluate needs or problems expressed by users.
• Write functional specifications that meet user needs.
• Write a compliance test plan and participate in the validation of deliverables with users.
• Supervise design and development activities, whether the project is carried out in-house or outsourced.
• Act as a facilitator for project team(s).
• Track incidents and manage incident resolution, compliance, and patch delivery.
• Manage project documentation, check that it is complete and conforms to quality templates.
• Create and maintain user documentation in collaboration with Product Owner.
• Organise the deployment in production.
• Inform users of planned changes in production.
• Coordinate with teams to ensure feedback loop.
• Identify and propose actions to mitigate project risks and dependencies.
• Create and maintain go-to-market (release) plans in collaboration with other Project Managers.
• Produce a regular report on the progress of the ongoing project(s).
• Contribute to high-level project roadmaps to ensure alignment with the organisation's vision. Profile This role requires a strong understanding of the technical architecture of the applications, including how data flows between different components, as well as a deep knowledge of the information model and the tools used to manage it. Applications are particularly welcome from candidates having the following profile:
• At least a bachelor’s degree in computer science engineering or equivalent.
• At least 3 years of experience in a role of IT Project Manager.
• Be proficient in backlog prioritisation, grooming, and planning.
• Basic knowledge of modelling, analysing, and transforming data using appropriate languages (e.g. SQL, scripting languages).
• Ability to communicate effectively with customers and suppliers, both in writing and orally.
• Fluency in English (both oral and written). The post will be based at the ETSI headquarters located in Sophia-Antipolis, a lung of greenery between Cannes and Nice. If you want to contribute to sustainable innovation and design tomorrow’s world in a renowned organisation which invests in its employees' well-being and satisfaction, join ETSI All applications (cover letter and C.
V.) must be submitted through our website by Friday 30 October 2026.