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Agile Project Manager with Jira Administration IT

Location : REMOTE

Job Type : CONTRACT - Long Term

Job Summary : We are looking for an experienced Agile Project Manager IT to lead and manage software development projects using Agile methodologies. The ideal candidate will coordinate cross-functional teams, ensure alignment with business goals, and drive project execution with a focus on efficiency, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

1. Agile Project Management : Lead Agile / Scrum teams to deliver high-quality software solutions. Plan, execute, and monitor IT projects, ensuring timely delivery. Define project scope, objectives, and deliverables in collaboration with stakeholders.
2. Scrum & Agile Practices : Act as a Scrum Master or Agile Coach to facilitate Agile ceremonies (daily stand-ups, sprint planning, retrospectives, etc.). Foster a culture of Agile best practices, continuous delivery, and iterative development. Remove impediments to ensure the development team's efficiency.
3. Stakeholder & Team Collaboration : Work closely with Product Owners, Business Analysts, Developers, and QA teams to align project goals. Manage stakeholder expectations and ensure clear communication across teams. Drive decision-making and resolve conflicts to maintain project momentum.
4. Risk & Issue Management : Identify potential project risks and implement mitigation strategies. Ensure proper tracking and resolution of issues affecting project timelines.
5. Process Improvement & Reporting : Measure project performance using Agile metrics (velocity, burndown charts, cycle time). Recommend and implement process improvements for better efficiency. Maintain project documentation, reports, and status updates for leadership.

1. Educational Background : Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
2. Experience : 5+ years of IT project management experience with Agile methodologies (Scrum, Kanban, SAFe). Experience working in software development, cloud, or IT infrastructure projects.
3. Technical & Agile Expertise : Certified Scrum Master (CSM) or PMI-Agile Certified Practitioner (PMI-ACP) preferred. Hands-on experience with Agile project management tools like JIRA, Confluence, or Azure DevOps. Understanding of DevOps, CI / CD, and cloud platforms is a plus.
4. Soft Skills : Excellent leadership, communication, and team facilitation skills. Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities. Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with multiple priorities.

Be part of an innovative IT team driving digital transformation. Work with cutting-edge technologies and Agile best practices. Competitive salary, benefits, and career growth opportunities.