Senior Agile Project Manager

Endava; Kuala Lumpur; Hybrid; MYR 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A global technology consulting firm based in Kuala Lumpur is seeking a Project Manager to oversee software delivery projects. The successful candidate will have over 10 years of experience in the IT industry, including at least 7 years as a Project Manager or Scrum Master, with a profound knowledge of Agile methodologies. The role involves managing project scope, mentoring team members, and demonstrating leadership skills to ensure effective project delivery. Competitive salary and benefits offered.

Benefits

Competitive salary package

Hybrid work options

Career development opportunities

Wellbeing programs

Qualifications

• More than 10 years of IT industry experience, including 7 years in Project Management/Scrum Master roles.
• Detailed knowledge of Agile methodologies including Scrum.
• Experience in mentoring team members without Agile experience.

Responsibilities

• Manage and monitor KPIs to ensure successful delivery of solutions.
• Establish, monitor, and control project scope using Agile methodologies.
• Demonstrate leadership in team building and staff motivation.

Skills

Agile methodologies

Leadership skills

Presentation skills

Team motivation

Self-motivation

Job description

Technology is our how. And people are our why. For over two decades, we have been harnessing technology to drive meaningful change.

By combining world-class engineering, industry expertise and a people-centric mindset, we consult and partner with leading brands from various industries to create dynamic platforms and intelligent digital experiences that drive innovation and transform businesses.

From prototype to real-world impact - be part of a global shift by doing work that matters.

Job Description

Responsible for account delivery, our PDM staff manage and monitor KPIs, to ensure the successful delivery of solutions that meet objectives, timelines, and budgets. These multifunctional teams take care of everything from pre-sales, to monitoring progress, to reporting and mitigating risks.

Responsibilities:

• Report to the Engagement Manager, the Agile Project Managers will take responsibility for software delivery, support, or maintenance projects, establishing, monitoring, and controlling progress checkpoints or service level agreements.
• Ensure that assigned resources (staff, equipment, services, funds, time) are properly utilized and accounted for and up-to-date usage of information is maintained.
• Establish the project´s scope and take full responsibility for the staff´s clear briefing and direction using Agile methodologies.
• Plan the work with a team or project group within an Agile framework using appropriate planning tools, producing plans to the standards required.
• Ensure the Agile disciplines are correctly followed and educate members of the team and the client who do not have the relevant experience.
• Monitor progress, producing reports on progress against plan according to standards, acting within the authority to maintain progress whilst recognizing areas requiring decision-making concerning budget, schedules, resources, working methods, staff matters, and technical difficulties.
• Demonstrate leadership skills in team building, and staff motivation and assist with staff assessment, development, and mentoring

Qualifications

• More than 10years of overall IT industry experience, including 7years as a Project Management/ Scrum Master role.
• Detailed knowledge of Agile methodologies including Scrum, with project experience of applying this knowledge.
• Experience in mentoring team members that have no previous agile experience.
• Knowledge of how to introduce Agile methodologies into new environments.
• Ability to enforce Scrum and other Agile principles and to explain the benefits to team members.
• Technical understanding and ability to provide some level of support/understanding to the consulting team.
• Excellent presentation skills and experience of presenting to senior level stakeholders.
• Highly self-motivated and able to work in an adaptable and flexible environment.
• An enthusiastic team player.

Additional Information

Discover some of the global benefits that empower our people to become the best version of themselves:

• Finance: Competitive salary package, share plan, company performance bonuses, value-based recognition awards, referral bonus;
• Career Development: Career coaching, global career opportunities, non-linear career paths, internal development programmes for management and technical leadership;
• Learning Opportunities: Complex projects, rotations, internal tech communities, training, certifications, coaching, online learning platforms subscriptions, pass-it-on sessions, workshops, conferences;
• Work-Life Balance: Hybrid work and flexible working hours, employee assistance programme;
• Health: Global internal wellbeing programme, access to wellbeing apps;
• Community: Global internal tech communities, hobby clubs and interest groups, inclusion and diversity programmes, events and celebrations.

At Endava, we’re committed to creating an open, inclusive, and respectful environment where everyone feels safe, valued, and empowered to be their best. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives—because we know that inclusive teams help us deliver smarter, more innovative solutions for our customers. Hiring decisions are based on merit, skills, qualifications, and potential. If you need adjustments or support during the recruitment process, please let us know.