Project Assistant - Special Projects
Job title: Project Assistant
Wolfram, creator of Mathematica, Wolfram|Alpha and Wolfram Language, is searching for a proactive individual with exceptional interpersonal, organizational and technical skills for a Project Assistant—Special Projects position in the office of the CEO, Stephen Wolfram. The Project Assistant will be responsible for coordinating and guiding projects within various research-based areas of the company.
This position requires strong organizational and communication skills, the ability to interface with Wolfram's technical and product development teams, and software or web project management experience. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced, deadline-driven team environment and has an enthusiasm for new technologies.
A clear background check will be required for this role.
Responsibilities
Preparing agendas for and leading meetings, taking notes, and following up on action items
Establishing, documenting and improving internal processes
Collaborating with cross-functional teams within the company
Connecting with key stakeholders to detail scope and timeline requirements
Proactively managing and assisting in the execution and technical implementation for multiple projects
Monitoring the status, risks and resources for project lifecycles
Maintaining project pages and dashboards
Interfacing with, creating tickets for and adapting to the processes of other groups for resource allocations
Tracking metrics, reporting on project performance and escalating any risks
Creating and maintaining project plans and detailed roadmaps
Qualifications
Proficiency in English, with excellent written and verbal communication skills
Bachelor's degree in a technical or other related field; mathematics or computer science is a plus
High degree of initiative
Experience with programming languages (Wolfram Language, Python, Java)
Experience with or exposure to web development languages (HTML, CSS, JavaScript)
Experience in software or web project management
Strong communication, organizational and analytic skills
Ability to interact with cross-functional teams (for example, senior stakeholders, technical leads, user experience, design, web, technical content, quality assurance, support and product development)
Ability to handle multiple projects and tasks simultaneously
Night and weekend availability based on project demands
Preferred qualifications
Experience with Wolfram Language
Experience with WordPress
Experience with Jira or other project management software
Experience with or knowledge of Agile or Lean User Experience development techniques
Location: Fully remote and seeking candidates from Argentina, Chile, Colombia, Ecuador, Mexico and Peru Job type: Full time (40 hours per week)/Independent Contractor Reporting to: Executive Productivity Manager
Wolfram is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity at its company. Women, people of color, members of the LGBTQ community, individuals with disabilities and veterans are strongly encouraged to apply.
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Project Assistant - Special Projects
Job title: Project Assistant
Wolfram, creator of Mathematica, Wolfram|Alpha and Wolfram Language, is searching for a proactive individual with exceptional interpersonal, organizational and technical skills for a Project Assistant—Special Projects position in the office of the CEO, Stephen Wolfram. The Project Assistant will be responsible for coordinating and guiding projects within various research-based areas of the company.
This position requires strong organizational and communication skills, the ability to interface with Wolfram's technical and product development teams, and software or web project management experience. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced, deadline-driven team environment and has an enthusiasm for new technologies.
A clear background check will be required for this role.
Responsibilities
Preparing agendas for and leading meetings, taking notes, and following up on action items
Establishing, documenting and improving internal processes
Collaborating with cross-functional teams within the company
Connecting with key stakeholders to detail scope and timeline requirements
Proactively managing and assisting in the execution and technical implementation for multiple projects
Monitoring the status, risks and resources for project lifecycles
Maintaining project pages and dashboards
Interfacing with, creating tickets for and adapting to the processes of other groups for resource allocations
Tracking metrics, reporting on project performance and escalating any risks
Creating and maintaining project plans and detailed roadmaps
Qualifications
Proficiency in English, with excellent written and verbal communication skills
Bachelor's degree in a technical or other related field; mathematics or computer science is a plus
High degree of initiative
Experience with programming languages (Wolfram Language, Python, Java)
Experience with or exposure to web development languages (HTML, CSS, JavaScript)
Experience in software or web project management
Strong communication, organizational and analytic skills
Ability to interact with cross-functional teams (for example, senior stakeholders, technical leads, user experience, design, web, technical content, quality assurance, support and product development)
Ability to handle multiple projects and tasks simultaneously
Night and weekend availability based on project demands
Preferred qualifications
Experience with Wolfram Language
Experience with WordPress
Experience with Jira or other project management software
Experience with or knowledge of Agile or Lean User Experience development techniques
Location: Fully remote and seeking candidates from Argentina, Chile, Colombia, Ecuador, Mexico and Peru Job type: Full time (40 hours per week)/Independent Contractor Reporting to: Executive Productivity Manager
Wolfram is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity at its company. Women, people of color, members of the LGBTQ community, individuals with disabilities and veterans are strongly encouraged to apply.