Product Delivery Team Leader

Picture More Ltd; Ipswich; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative IT company is seeking a Product Delivery Team Leader to drive Agile transformation and lead a team of six. This permanent, full-time position in Ipswich requires leadership in delivering impactful IT solutions. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science and proven experience in Agile methodologies, exceptional leadership skills, and a track record of successful project delivery. This role offers a hybrid working model with three days in the office.

Qualifications

• Experience leading Agile delivery teams with successful project delivery.
• Strong knowledge of Agile/Scrum methodologies and SDLC.
• Exceptional leadership and coaching skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a team fostering collaboration and improvement.
• Oversee end-to-end delivery of IT products and services.
• Act as a Scrum Master guiding Agile best practices.

Skills

Agile methodologies

Leadership

Collaboration

Communication

Business analysis

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or equivalent

Tools

UML

Job description

Product Delivery Team Leader

Are you a dynamic leader with a passion for Agile methodologies and product delivery? We are seeking a motivated and experienced Product Delivery Team Leader to join an innovative IT team. This is a fantastic opportunity to lead a talented group of professionals, drive Agile transformation, and deliver impactful IT solutions that align with business goals.

This is a permanent, full-time role with a hybrid working model, requiring 3 days in the office (60% office-based).

Responsibilities:

• Lead and mentor a team of six, fostering a culture of collaboration and continuous improvement.
• Drive Agile transformation across IT and business services, promoting a product-focused mindset.
• Oversee the end‑to‑end delivery of IT products and services, ensuring alignment with business objectives.
• Develop and manage plans, roadmaps, and quarterly planning sessions.
• Act as a Scrum Master, guiding the team in Agile best practices and ensuring successful project delivery.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to define product vision, prioritize initiatives, and manage technical dependencies.
• Design and implement product delivery frameworks, ensuring high‑quality outcomes.
• Lead the QA function to develop and execute test strategies and plans.
• Provide hands‑on support for business analysis, project delivery, and business change initiatives.
• Identify and mitigate risks associated with solution design and delivery.

Qualifications:

• A Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Business Analysis, or equivalent experience.
• Proven experience leading Agile delivery teams with a track record of successful project delivery.
• Strong knowledge of Agile/Scrum methodologies and the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC).
• Experience in driving business change and fostering cross‑functional collaboration.
• Exceptional leadership and coaching skills to develop and inspire your team.
• Proficiency in business and systems analysis, test planning, and troubleshooting.
• Familiarity with object‑oriented modelling techniques, including UML, use case, activity, and sequence diagrams.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

Day‑to‑Day

• Coaching and mentoring your team to become Agile champions.
• Collaborating with stakeholders to align product delivery with business goals.
• Leading Agile squads to deliver high‑quality IT solutions.
• Managing project plans, budgets, and resources to ensure timely delivery.
• Conducting requirements gathering, business analysis, and system documentation.
• Overseeing testing and quality assurance processes to ensure successful outcomes.
• Supporting team members in their professional and technical development.

Please apply today to discuss further!