Agile Project Manager with Jira Administration – IT

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.

Key Responsibilities:

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.

Qualifications & Skills:

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.

Why Join Us? 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.