Job Overview
We are pleased to announce a full-time opportunity for a Senior Project Manager specializing in Agile methodologies, with the flexibility of a fully remote work environment. This position is open to applicants residing in select U.S. states, including Arizona, California, Colorado, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Maryland, Minnesota, Nevada, New York, North Carolina, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, Texas, Virginia, and Washington.
As a prominent consulting firm focused on IoT (Internet of Things) and ML/AI (Machine Learning/Artificial Intelligence), we are in search of a seasoned Agile Project Manager who exemplifies a servant-leader approach. In this pivotal role, you will empower our delivery and development teams, driving the adoption of Agile and Scrum methodologies to enhance project outcomes. We are looking for a candidate who can contribute significant experience, implement best practices, and foster collaboration to elevate the quality and efficiency of our software solutions.
Key Responsibilities
- Formulate and oversee project plans to ensure successful project execution, utilizing tools such as burndown and velocity charts, as well as project status reports and Sprint Reviews.
- Manage stakeholder communications and customer expectations, providing transparency regarding project progress, risks, and challenges.
- Facilitate collaborative working sessions within scrum teams, including initiative refinement, dependency mapping, user story mapping, and release planning.
- Calculate team velocity to effectively manage and determine release timelines.
- Organize product demonstrations and lead engaging Sprint Retrospectives.
- Oversee project management using Jira, delivering necessary training to team members on processes and tools.
- Advocate for continuous improvement initiatives, implementing best practices in Agile Project Management.
- Promote team empowerment by ensuring member engagement, meaningful contributions, and a sustainable workflow that delivers high-quality outcomes.
- Cultivate a collaborative team environment where exceptional software is developed while enjoying the process.
Required Skills
- Minimum of 8 years of experience as a Project Manager managing large, complex projects in a high-tech development landscape with cross-functional teams.
- Profound knowledge of software development life cycle models, with expertise in both Agile (Scrum) and traditional project management methodologies, capable of tailoring them to fit the project requirements and business context.
- Demonstrated success in executing software or web development projects using Agile methodologies.
- Relevant experience with SCRUM/Agile methodologies in enterprise-level application development projects, with certifications such as CSM, CSPO, PSM1, PMI-ACP, or equivalent preferred.
- Familiarity with cloud technologies such as AWS, Azure, or Google is essential; AWS certifications will be highly regarded.
- PMP certification is advantageous but not a prerequisite.
- Experience managing multi-functional project teams consisting of 5-10 members, including Developers, Business Analysts, and QA personnel.
- A well-rounded business/technical background with sufficient technical insight to provide credible leadership to development teams and accurately assess complex project risks and challenges.
- Ability to lead business analysts, collaborate with clients, and formulate high-value strategies and solutions.
Career Growth Opportunities
This position offers promising avenues for professional advancement through engagement with diverse cross-functional teams and spearheading process improvement initiatives within Agile Project Management.
Company Culture And Values
We pride ourselves on fostering a collaborative team environment where we build remarkable software while enjoying the journey. Our company culture emphasizes teamwork, empowerment, and a commitment to continuous improvement, creating a workplace that values each individual's contributions.
If you are passionate about Agile methodologies and are eager to embrace new challenges within a dynamic and collaborative atmosphere, we invite you to connect with us!
Employment Type: Full-Time