IT Project Manager (Agile)

Risewave Consulting, Inc.; Cebu City; On-site; PHP 1,000,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Job summary

Risewave Consulting, Inc. is seeking a Project Delivery Lead / Agile Product Owner to drive end-to-end delivery of software projects in a Scrum/Agile setting. You will own the backlog, translate business needs into user stories with acceptance criteria, and ensure timely, high-quality releases.

You will facilitate core Agile ceremonies, collaborate with stakeholders, and manage external vendor coordination when needed, while continuously optimizing delivery processes for value and efficiency.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of hands-on experience managing Agile software delivery projects.
• Experience in Scrum ceremonies and release management.
• Backlog ownership and data-driven prioritization.
• Strong communication for non-technical stakeholders.
• Leadership and ability to influence without authority.

Responsibilities

• End-to-End Delivery: Lead the successful execution of IT projects within a Scrum/Agile framework, managing scope, timelines, risks, and cross-functional dependencies.
• Backlog Ownership: Own, prioritize, and refine the backlog to align with business goals and maximize product value.
• Requirements & User Stories: Translate stakeholder requirements into clear acceptance criteria and stories.
• Agile Facilitation: Lead core Agile ceremonies including Sprint Planning, Backlog Refinement, Daily Standups, Reviews, and Retrospectives.
• Stakeholder & Vendor Management: Serve as main contact for stakeholders; coordinate with external vendors when required.
• Process Optimization: Drive delivery discipline and continuous improvement across tools and team collaboration.

Skills

Agile delivery

Scrum

Backlog ownership

Stakeholder management

Communication

Tools

Jira

Confluence

Job description

We are seeking a dynamic and results-oriented Project Delivery Lead / Agile Product Owner to spearhead the end-to-end execution of our software development projects. In this dual-impact role, you will act as the vital bridge between business stakeholders and our technical delivery teams.

You will not only champion Agile methodologies and facilitate key team ceremonies, but you will also deeply own the product backlog—translating business needs into actionable user stories and driving continuous improvement to ensure high-quality, timely software releases.

What You’ll Do (Key Responsibilities)

• End-to-End Delivery: Lead the successful execution of IT projects within a Scrum/Agile framework, managing scope, timelines, risks, and cross-functional dependencies.
• Backlog Ownership: Own, prioritize, and refine the product backlog to ensure it constantly aligns with strategic business goals and delivers maximum product value.
• Requirements & User Stories: Translate complex stakeholder requirements into clear, concise user stories complete with measurable acceptance criteria.
• Agile Facilitation: Lead and facilitate core Agile ceremonies, including Sprint Planning, Backlog Refinement, Daily Standups, Sprint Reviews, and Retrospectives.
• Stakeholder & Vendor Management: Serve as the primary point of contact for stakeholders through regular progress reviews; manage external vendor coordination and delivery when required.
• Process Optimization: Drive delivery discipline and continuous improvement across tools, engineering practices, and team collaboration.

What We’re Looking For (Qualifications)

• Experience: 4+ years of hands-on experience managing Agile software delivery projects within IT or software development environments.
• Agile Expertise: Proven track record working directly within Scrum teams, specifically managing backlog grooming, sprint planning, and release management.
• Product Mindset: Strong background in product backlog ownership, defining software requirements, and making data-driven prioritization trade-offs.
• Leadership & Influence: Demonstrated ability to lead without authority, aligning and motivating cross-functional teams toward shared delivery goals.
• Communication: Exceptional communication and facilitation skills, with the ability to easily translate technical concepts for non-technical business audiences.

Working Conditions

• Work Setup: 100% onsite
• Work Schedule: 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM
• Work Location: Casades Street, Cebu City, Cebu, Philippines (near the Cebu IT Park)