Manager Agile Program Management

Solomon Page; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 69,000 - 74,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

401(k)

Direct deposit

Commuter benefits

Job summary

Solomon Page is seeking a Manager – Agile Program Management to lead Agile project management and digital transformation initiatives. This role partners with cross-functional teams, business stakeholders, and senior leadership to scale Agile practices and optimize delivery across the organization.

You will facilitate ceremonies, coach teams, manage backlogs with Product Owners, and drive continuous improvement using KPIs.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in Agile project management, coaching, program management, or transformation.
• Strong expertise in Scrum, Kanban, SAFe, LeSS, and Disciplined Agile frameworks.
• Hands-on experience with agile tools (Jira, Confluence, Rally, Azure DevOps).

Responsibilities

• Lead Agile project and program management efforts aligning with business objectives.
• Implement and scale Agile methodologies (Scrum, Kanban, SAFe, LeSS, DAD).
• Facilitate Agile ceremonies (sprint planning, stand-ups, retrospectives, PI planning).
• Define and prioritize backlogs with Product Owners, engineering, and stakeholders.
• Identify and mitigate risks, dependencies, impediments, and delivery challenges.
• Drive continuous improvement using Agile metrics and KPIs.
• Coach and mentor Agile teams to improve delivery and maturity.

Skills

Agile project management

Agile coaching

Program management

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Change management

Lean-Agile

DevOps practices

Tools

Jira

Confluence

Rally

Azure DevOps

Job description

We are looking for a Manager – Agile Program Management to lead Agile project management and digital transformation initiatives. This role will partner with cross-functional teams, business stakeholders, and senior leadership to scale Agile practices, optimize delivery processes, and drive continuous improvement across the organization.

• Pay range :$50/hr on w2 to $54/hr on w2

Responsibilities

• Lead Agile project and program management efforts, ensuring alignment with business objectives and delivery expectations.
• Implement and scale Agile methodologies including Scrum, Kanban, SAFe, LeSS, and Disciplined Agile.
• Facilitate Agile ceremonies such as sprint planning, stand-ups, retrospectives, and PI planning.
• Partner with Product Owners, engineering teams, and business stakeholders to define and prioritize backlogs.
• Identify and mitigate project risks, dependencies, impediments, and delivery challenges.
• Drive continuous improvement using Agile metrics, KPIs, and feedback loops.
• Establish and track KPIs to measure project performance, delivery effectiveness, and Agile maturity.
• Coach and mentor Agile teams to promote high-performing and collaborative ways of working.
• Collaborate with senior leadership to align Agile transformation strategies with organizational goals.
• Ensure transparency, communication, governance, and effective stakeholder engagement across programs.

Required Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in Agile project management, Agile coaching, program management, or Agile transformation.
• Strong expertise in Scrum, Kanban, SAFe, LeSS, and Disciplined Agile frameworks.
• Proven experience managing complex digital transformation initiatives in fast-paced environments.
• Hands-on experience with Agile tools such as Jira, Confluence, Rally, or Azure DevOps.
• Strong leadership, stakeholder management, communication, and change-management skills.
• Experience coaching and mentoring Agile teams to improve delivery efficiency and maturity.
• Strong understanding of Lean-Agile principles and DevOps practices.
• Experience managing multiple priorities and adapting to changing business needs.
• Knowledge of Agile budgeting, governance, and portfolio management is a plus.
• Consulting or client-facing experience and enterprise-wide Agile transformation experience are highly valued.
• Certifications such as CSM, SAFe Agilist, PMI-ACP, or ICP-ACC are a plus.

The Solomon Page Distinction

Solomon Page offers a comprehensive benefit program for hourly employees. We pride ourselves on offering medical, dental, 401(k), direct deposit and commuter benefits to our employees, including freelancers - which sets us apart in the industries we serve.

About Solomon Page

Founded in 1990, Solomon Page is a specialty niche provider of staffing and executive search solutions across a wide array of functions and industries. The success of Solomon Page reflects an organic growth strategy supported by a highly entrepreneurial culture. Acting as a strategic partner to our clients and candidates, we focus on providing customized solutions and building long-term relationships based on trust, respect, and the consistent delivery of excellent results. For more information and additional opportunities, visit: solomonpage.com and connect with us on Facebook, and LinkedIn.Opportunity Awaits.