Agile Lead

Salla; Saudi Arabia; On-site; SAR 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative firm is seeking an Agile Lead to guide cross-functional teams in delivering projects using Agile methodologies. In this dynamic role, you will champion Agile practices, support product owners, and foster team autonomy while driving process improvements. Your leadership will ensure that projects are delivered on time and aligned with business priorities, creating a culture of continuous learning and growth. If you are passionate about Agile and team development, this opportunity offers a chance to make a significant impact in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in leading Agile teams and applying Agile practices effectively.
• Strong understanding of Scrum and Kanban methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Oversee project delivery using Agile methodology with cross-functional teams.
• Facilitate Agile ceremonies and promote continuous improvement.

Skills

Agile Methodology

Team Leadership

Scrum

Kanban

Stakeholder Communication

Job description

Salla, a leading provider of information technology and services, is currently seeking a talented Agile Lead to join our team. As the Agile Lead, you will be responsible for overseeing the development and execution of projects using Agile methodology. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure agile practices are well applied. A successful candidate will have experience leading Agile teams and a deep understanding of Agile methodology.

Responsibilities

1. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure timely and successful delivery of projects.
2. Support Product Owners in refining and maintaining a well-groomed product backlog, ensuring readiness for upcoming sprints.
3. Provide transparency into progress, team health, and performance through regular reporting, metrics tracking, and effective stakeholder communication.
4. Guide the Scrum/Kanban team through iterations, helping the team stay focused and actively removing impediments.
5. Foster and support team self-organization and autonomy.
6. Promote a culture of continuous learning and sustainable team development, encouraging growth at both the team and individual levels.
7. Drive process improvement initiatives by leading and implementing enhancements, evaluating impact, and nurturing a culture of continuous improvement.
8. Facilitate Agile ceremonies such as daily stand-ups, sprint planning, reviews, retrospectives, and decision-making sessions to ensure timely feedback and adaptive planning.
9. Emphasize incremental delivery and focus on value: align team goals with business priorities and facilitate the breakdown of large deliverables into smaller, value-driven increments.