Delivery Director

Rise8; Tampa (FL); Remote; USD 191,000 - 288,000; Full time

Job summary

Rise8 is seeking a Delivery Director to oversee large-scale projects and cross-functional teams. This role involves anticipating delivery needs, ensuring client satisfaction, and fostering a culture of continuous improvement. With a focus on agile methodologies and strong leadership, the Delivery Director will drive impactful results for federal government clients.

Benefits

Flexible schedule in a 100% distributed workforce

Premium Insurance coverage

401k match at 10% gross pay

Paid time off (PTO)

Education & Training budget

Home Office technology allowance

Wellness Budget reimbursement

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of experience in delivery management.
• Strong background in agile methodologies.
• Proven success in leading teams to deliver high-quality solutions.

Responsibilities

• Anticipate delivery needs by collaborating with stakeholders.
• Monitor delivery progress and performance.
• Foster continuous learning and feedback.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem Solving

Agile Methodologies

Risk Management

Education

Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience

Job description

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About Rise8

We're transforming the United States Government and we know that takes a dream team.

Your Dream. Our Team.

About Rise8

We're transforming the United States Government and we know that takes a dream team.

We believe customer experience starts with employee experience, so we take care of our employees. We offer competitive pay and benefits, invest in employee growth, and offer a culture you can't find anywhere else.

At Rise8, we continuously achieve unreached heights through next-level tech, and on-the-level collaboration. Together, we create continuous impact. We turn breakdowns into breakthroughs, make small steps into giant leaps, and deliver game-changing products through culture-changing process.

We pair Risers with their customer counterparts and practice pairing at every moment to elevate people and teams and deliver results fast and forever. We work in small teams and rotate between them frequently so that we are able to meet new challenges and explore new ideas.

Our methodology is about experimenting and learning, and our culture is empowering. We subscribe to an ethos of kindness. We make a point to bring empathy to each and every project and are guided by a promise and a purpose: to deploy critical outcomes to prod in order to drive relentless progress. Not just an idea. But an outcome. A better world. A world where every day, fewer bad things happen because of bad software.

Rise8 is certified as a Great Place to Work with 100% of employees saying they love working here.

About You

• You want to make tomorrow better than today.
• You have a passion for high-speed security and you care about risk management over compliance.
• You believe the biggest vulnerability in any system is time. You live to securely reduce cycle time.
• You enjoy daily decision making and real product delivery.
• You help ensure project success and client satisfaction.
• You enjoy collaborative teams, pairing with team members, and inviting your clients to participate.
• You like to work alongside, and learn from, lean and agile leaders.
• You are a creative problem solver who is comfortable with uncertainty.
• You're a curious and keen learner who thrives on enhancing your (and our) practices and knowledge.
  
  

As a Delivery Director at Rise8, you will:

• Anticipate Delivery Needs by collaborating with stakeholders across Platform Engineering, Software Engineering, Design, and Product Management to adjust strategies and ensure the alignment of delivery efforts with market demands and evolving client expectations.
• Identify Gaps Across Practices by initiating constructive dialogues with leadership across teams, developing strategies to improve the delivery lifecycle, and optimizing cross-functional team collaboration for better results.
• Maintain Delivery Portfolio Awareness by overseeing progress across multiple delivery areas, providing high-level guidance to ensure comprehensive oversight and alignment with business objectives.
• Conduct Productive Team and Practice Meetings by encouraging participation and fostering idea exchange. Lead strategy sessions, ensuring all teams are aligned on goals and priorities for successful execution.
• Monitor Delivery Progress and Performance by adapting strategies based on feedback and ongoing performance reviews. Implement practices that ensure sustainable, efficient delivery across all practices, using feedback loops and team health checks to optimize processes.
• Amplify Delivery Visibility by creating content and showcasing delivery successes, insights, and thought leadership across platforms like LinkedIn and industry forums, raising Rise8's profile as a leader in delivery excellence.
• Oversee Delivery and Development Practices across all disciplines (Platform Engineering, Software Engineering, Design, and Product Management) by applying strong problem-solving and strategic leadership to ensure effective implementation and delivery of client solutions.
• Collaborate Across Cross-Functional Teams to ensure that all delivery teams (engineering, design, product, etc.) are aligned and working toward the same goals, driving continuous alignment and collaboration throughout the project lifecycle.
• Define and Manage Resource Allocation by assessing staffing needs, collaborating with internal teams to ensure appropriate resource allocation, and forecasting staffing changes to maintain optimal delivery capacity.
• Foster Continuous Learning and Feedback by leading internal initiatives like round tables, AMAs, and retrospectives that encourage team development and feedback. Drive coaching and personal development to ensure the growth of individuals and teams.
• Motivate and Provide Growth Opportunities for team members, supporting skill development, career advancement, and fostering a culture that emphasizes high performance and professional growth.
  
  

Qualifications:

• Minimum 10 years of experience in delivery management, overseeing large-scale projects and cross-functional teams across multiple disciplines.
• Minimum 4 years of experience leading and managing teams across Platform Engineering, Software Engineering, Design, and Product Management, with a proven track record of successfully delivering complex projects.
• Strong background in agile methodologies and a deep understanding of project lifecycle management.
• Experience in cross-functional team collaboration, fostering effective communication between product, engineering, design, and other teams.
• Proven success in leading teams to deliver high-quality solutions on time, managing risks, and meeting client expectations.
• Excellent leadership and communication skills, with the ability to inspire and motivate teams, collaborate with stakeholders, and provide clear direction.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to address challenges across multiple teams and adjust strategies when needed.
• Proficiency in project management methodologies, with a focus on driving results and ensuring efficient project execution.
  
  

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in a senior delivery or leadership role within a consultancy or services-based organization.
• Experience in managing cross-functional teams across Platform Engineering, Software Engineering, Design, and Product Management.
• Familiarity with industry-leading tools, platforms, and technologies.
• Strong presentation and client management skills, with experience interacting at the executive level.
  
  

Salary

The annual salary range for this role as it is posted is $191,00 - $287,500 regardless of final candidate location within the United States. The final job level and annual salary will be determined based on the education, qualification, knowledge, skills, ability, and experience of the final candidate(s), and calibrated against relevant market data and internal team equity.

Benefits

• Flexible schedule in a 100% distributed workforce
• Premium Insurance: We cover up to 100% of the employee premium and up to 80% of the combined dependent premium on our base health plan, depending on pay band. We also cover 100% of the premium for employee and dependent Dental and Vision as well as employee premiums for Life and Disability coverage.
• Retirement: 401k match at 10% gross pay.
• Paid time off (PTO): 4 weeks combined accrued vacation and sick leave, 10 Federal holidays, your birthday, jury duty, and bereavement.
• Education & Training: Accrued budget of up to $3,500 per year for classes, travel, events, and materials.
• Home Office and Merch: We offer $750 per year for home office technology and equipment as well as $100 per year for Rise8 merch from our Swag Store.
• Wellness Budget: To encourage and support a well-rounded healthy lifestyle, we cover 100% reimbursement on a variety of wellness activities and products, up to $500 per calendar year.
• Rise8 is part of the Life Time Corporate Partner program. In lieu of your $500 annual wellness benefit, you can instead get a $75 monthly credit towards a Life Time membership ($900 annual benefit).
• Equipment: We offer a MacBook Pro
  
  

All of Rise8's work in this area is with Federal Government customers that require our employees involved with their projects be U.S. citizens. As such, this role requires U.S. citizenship. If hired, you would also be required to go through a background investigation.

Rise8 is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer that will consider you for this role regardless of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, gender identity or expression, national origin, genetics, age, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Director

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Information Technology

• Industries

  Software Development

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