Technical Project Manager

OpsWerks; Mandaluyong; On-site; PHP 1,200,000 - 2,100,000; Full time

Job summary

OpsWerks is seeking an experienced Agile Delivery Lead to drive end-to-end projects within an IT/software context in Metro Manila. You will champion Scrum ceremonies, manage scope and risks, and ensure timely, high-quality outcomes across cross-functional teams.

The role requires hands-on experience in backlog ownership, user story translation, and cross-functional leadership, with a focus on delivering business value and transparency to stakeholders.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience managing Agile software delivery projects.
• Hands-on experience in Scrum/Agile ceremonies and backlog grooming.
• Proven experience owning product backlog and prioritization.
• Ability to influence cross-functional teams without formal authority.
• Excellent communication and facilitation across technical/non-technical audiences.
• Results-driven with focus on delivery discipline and product value.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end delivery of Agile software projects.
• Drive execution across cross-functional teams by managing scope, timeline, risks, and dependencies.
• Facilitate Sprint Planning, Backlog Refinement, Reviews, and Retrospectives.
• Own and manage the product backlog, ensuring prioritization and alignment with business goals.
• Translate business needs into clear user stories with acceptance criteria.
• Provide delivery status, risks, and progress updates to stakeholders.
• Drive continuous improvement in delivery practices, tools, and team collaboration.

Skills

Agile delivery

Backlog ownership

Stakeholder management

Cross-functional leadership

Communication

Job description

• Lead end-to-end delivery of projects in a Scrum or Agile environment, ensuring timely, high-quality outcomes
• Drive execution across cross-functional teams by managing scope, timeline, risks, and dependencies
• Facilitate key Agile ceremonies including Sprint Planning, Backlog Refinement, Reviews, and Retrospectives
• Own and manage the product backlog, ensuring it is prioritized, refined, and aligned with business goals
• Translate business and stakeholder needs into clear user stories with acceptance criteria
• Balance delivery commitments, scope, and business value through informed prioritization and trade-offs
• Provide clear delivery status, risks, and progress updates to stakeholders
• Drive continuous improvement in delivery practices, tools, and team collaboration
• Act as a bridge between business stakeholders and delivery teams, ensuring transparency and alignment
• Lead regular stakeholder touchpoints to review progress, surface risks, and align on priorities
• Manage vendor coordination and delivery when applicable

Your Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience managing Agile software delivery projects in IT, software development, or related fields
• Hands-on experience working in Scrum or Agile teams, including backlog grooming, sprint planning, and release management
• Proven experience in product backlog ownership, requirements definition, and prioritization
• Ability to lead without authority and influence cross-functional teams toward shared outcomes
• Excellent communication and facilitation skills across technical and non-technical audiences
• Results-oriented mindset with attention to both delivery discipline and product value