Position Summary

As a Senior Project Manager of Agile Delivery within the Center of Excellence, you will play a critical role in leading the successful execution of cloud-based, SaaS product development projects through agile methodologies. This role requires a strategic and technically proficient leader with a strong background in engineering project management, Agile/Scrum practices, and deep knowledge of cloud-native software development. You will empower cross-functional teams, drive innovation, manage dependencies, and ensure project goals are closely aligned with organizational strategy.

Key Responsibilities

Provide strategic direction and leadership in implementing and continuously improving agile methodologies across teams. Lead, mentor, and guide cross-functional product development teams while promoting Agile values and principles. Develop and manage detailed project plans, schedules, and deliverables across multiple concurrent projects. Oversee project lifecycle activities including scope, requirements, timelines, risk, and resource allocation. Collaborate with key stakeholders (Product Owners, Business Leaders, Architects) to define project goals, success criteria, and timelines. Establish and maintain open communication channels to keep stakeholders informed, aligned, and engaged. Coordinate technical resources, including Architects, Developers, QA Testers, Business Analysts, and Product Owners. Serve as Scrum Master or Business Analyst for agile product teams, as needed. Foster a culture of self-organization, accountability, and innovation within project teams. Identify, assess, and mitigate project risks using proactive management techniques. Ensure consistent adherence to quality standards and best practices in agile software development. Track and report key performance indicators (KPIs) and project health metrics to support transparency and continuous improvement. Support process documentation and engineering governance practices to ensure consistency across projects.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience in IT, Engineering, or Business. Minimum of 10 years of experience in IT, product development, or related roles, with a strong focus on agile delivery and engineering project management. Proven experience in SaaS-based product development and cloud-native project environments. Experience in process design, organizational transformation, or governance roles is highly preferred. Certified Scrum Master (CSM), PMI-ACP, or PMP is a plus.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Deep understanding of Agile methodologies (Scrum, Kanban, SAFe) with a history of successful project delivery. Excellent communication, facilitation, and interpersonal skills. Strategic thinker with strong leadership and decision-making capabilities. Advanced problem-solving and conflict-resolution skills in technical project settings. Proficiency in tools such as Jira, Confluence, Azure DevOps, or similar project/engineering management platforms. Experience with process documentation and Agile delivery metrics (burn-down charts, velocity, lead/cycle time). Strong technical foundation in: Cloud Computing Principles (AWS, Azure, or GCP) Infrastructure as Code (IaC) Microservices and Serverless Architecture Containerization (Docker, Kubernetes) DevOps, CI/CD pipelines Cloud Security Best Practices

Working Conditions & Physical Demands

Fast-paced, collaborative, and deadline-driven work environment. Occasional travel may be required for team workshops or stakeholder meetings. Mental demands include strategic planning, multitasking, and complex decision-making. Physical demands are consistent with a standard office setting.

Note:
This job description outlines the general nature and key responsibilities of the position. It is not intended to be a comprehensive list of duties, responsibilities, or working conditions.