Project Manager - Agile/Scrum Methodologies (3-5 yrs)

Job Description :

To lead and guide our software development teams.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in Agile methodologies, with deep expertise in Jira, sprint planning, Scrum meetings, and project management.

This role is critical to ensuring the smooth delivery of high-quality software products on time and within scope.

Key Responsibilities :

Team Leadership & Management :

- Lead, mentor, and manage a team of engineers, fostering a culture of collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement.

- Facilitate career growth and development for team members through coaching, feedback, and professional development opportunities.

Agile & Scrum Management :

- Act as the Scrum Master for the team, ensuring adherence to Agile principles and practices.

- Organize and facilitate all Scrum ceremonies, including daily stand-ups, sprint planning, sprint reviews, and retrospectives.

- Ensure the team is consistently delivering value in each sprint by maintaining a well-groomed product backlog in collaboration with Product Owners.

Project Planning & Execution :

- Oversee the end-to-end project planning process, including defining project scope, milestones, timelines, and resource allocation.

- Develop and maintain detailed project plans and roadmaps, ensuring alignment with overall business goals and strategies.

- Monitor project progress and adjust plans as necessary to meet deadlines and deliverables.

Jira Management & Reporting :

- Utilize Jira to manage and track project progress, ensuring that all tasks and issues are accurately logged and updated.

- Create and maintain Jira dashboards that provide clear visibility into project status, team performance, and key metrics.

- Generate regular reports from Jira to communicate project health, sprint progress, and upcoming milestones to stakeholders.

Release Management :

- Coordinate and oversee the release management process, ensuring that all release activities are well-planned and executed.

- Collaborate with QA, DevOps, and other teams to ensure smooth, on-time releases.

- Identify and mitigate risks related to release schedules and dependencies.

Stakeholder Communication :

- Act as the primary point of contact for stakeholders regarding project status, risks, and deliverables.

- Facilitate effective communication between the development team and other departments, ensuring alignment and understanding of project goals.

Qualifications :

- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.

- Proven experience as an Engineering Manager, Project Manager, or similar role in a software development environment.

- Strong expertise in Agile methodologies, with hands-on experience in Scrum and sprint planning.

- In-depth knowledge of Jira and Jira dashboards for project tracking and reporting.

- Demonstrated ability to manage complex projects, from planning through to delivery.

- Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.

- Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.

- Strong problem-solving skills and a results-oriented mindset.

Preferred Qualifications :

- Certified Scrum Master (CSM) or other relevant Agile certifications.

- Experience in a software development environment, with a background in engineering or technical roles.

- Familiarity with DevOps practices and CI/CD pipelines.

Exp : 3 - 5 years