Agile Project Manager

Company Details Confidential; Munster; Hybrid; Full time

Job summary

A technology firm in Ireland is seeking an Agile Project Manager to drive high-performing agile teams through delivery cycles. Key responsibilities include facilitating Scrum ceremonies, coaching team members, and ensuring alignment with stakeholders. The ideal candidate has a proven track record in Agile methodologies and is certified as a Scrum Master. This role offers flexibility for remote or blended working arrangements and focuses on continuous improvement to deliver customer value.

Qualifications

• 3+ years Scrum Master/Agile Lead experience with proven track record of successful sprint delivery.
• Certified Scrum Master (CSM) or equivalent agile certification.
• Deep expertise in agile frameworks (Scrum, SAFe, KanBan) and tools.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate all Scrum ceremonies ensuring timely, focused, and productive sessions.
• Coach team members on agile practices and foster high-velocity teams.
• Bridge communication between product owners, development teams, and stakeholders.

Skills

Agile methodology

Facilitation

Conflict resolution

Time Management

Technical IT

Tools

Jira

Azure DevOps

Confluence

Job description

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Application Details

In order to work in Ireland a non‑EEA National, unless they are exempted, must hold a valid employment permit. Please review the Eligibility and requirements for an employment permit if you are unsure of your eligibility to apply for this vacancy.

Job Description

Role: Agile PM

Position Overview: Drive high‑performing agile teams through iterative delivery cycles, ensuring adherence to Scrum principles while maximising team velocity and product quality. Lead cross‑functional teams in fast‑paced, collaborative environments focused on continuous improvement and customer value delivery.

Key Responsibilities:

• Sprint Leadership: Facilitate all Scrum ceremonies (daily stand ups, sprint planning, retrospectives, reviews) ensuring timely, focused, and productive sessions
• Team Enablement: Remove impediments, coach team members on agile practices, and foster self‑organizing, high‑velocity teams
• Stakeholder Management: Bridge communication between product owners, development teams, and business stakeholders to ensure alignment and transparency
• Process Optimization: Continuously refine team processes, implement best practices, and drive adoption of agile tools and methodologies
• Metrics & Reporting: Track sprint metrics, burn down charts, velocity trends, and team performance indicators to drive data‑driven improvements
• Risk Mitigation: Proactively identify and address project risks, dependencies, and blockers before they impact delivery timelines

Required Qualifications:

• 3+ years Scrum Master/Agile Lead experience with proven track record of successful sprint delivery
• Certified Scrum Master (CSM) or equivalent agile certification
• Deep expertise in agile frameworks (Scrum, SAFe, KanBan) and tools (Jira, Azure DevOps, Confluence)
• Strong facilitation, conflict resolution, and servant leadership skills
• Experience with software development lifecycle and technical project management

Key Success Metrics: Sprint completion rates >90%, team velocity improvement, reduced cycle time, high team satisfaction scores, and consistent delivery of customer value.

• This vacancy is suitable for Remote/Blended working
• Sector: information and communication

Career Level

• Experienced [Non‑Managerial]

Candidate Requirements

Essential

• Minimum Experienced Required (Years): 5
• Minimum Qualification: No Qualification

Desirable

• Ability Skills: Skilled Trade(s), Technical IT
• Competency Skills: Time Management, Working on own Initiative