About the Role
Our client is looking for a talented and driven Agile Project Manager to join their vibrant team in
Manchester, Greater Manchester, UK . This role focuses on the successful delivery of software development projects, utilizing Agile methodologies to ensure efficiency and high-quality outcomes. You will be responsible for guiding development teams, facilitating ceremonies, and removing impediments to ensure projects progress smoothly and meet their objectives. This is an exciting opportunity to work on cutting-edge technology and contribute to the creation of innovative software solutions. The successful candidate will be passionate about Agile principles and possess strong leadership skills to foster a collaborative and productive team environment. This role is an on-site position, emphasizing in-person collaboration and team synergy.
Key Responsibilities
- Facilitate Agile ceremonies, including daily stand-ups, sprint planning, sprint reviews, and retrospectives.
- Guide and coach the development team(s) on Agile practices and principles.
- Manage the product backlog, ensuring it is well-defined, prioritized, and visible to all stakeholders.
- Identify and remove impediments hindering the team's progress and productivity.
- Track project progress using relevant metrics and communicate status updates to stakeholders.
- Collaborate with product owners, scrum masters, and development teams to ensure alignment on project goals and deliverables.
- Foster a culture of continuous improvement within the team.
- Manage project scope, timelines, and resources effectively.
Requirements
- Proven experience as an Agile Project Manager or Scrum Master in a software development environment.
- In-depth understanding of Agile frameworks such as Scrum and Kanban.
- Excellent facilitation, coaching, and mentoring skills.
- Experience with backlog management and user story creation.
- Strong understanding of software development lifecycles.
- Proficiency in project management tools (e.g., Jira, Confluence).
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work collaboratively with technical and non-technical stakeholders.
- A Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, IT, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
Benefits
- Competitive salary and benefits package.
- Opportunities for professional growth and certifications.
- Work on exciting and challenging software development projects.
- Be part of a dynamic and supportive team in Manchester, Greater Manchester, UK .
- Modern office facilities.
- Pension scheme and health insurance.
