Agile Project Manager - Software Development

Placements24; Kempton Park; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary package

Cutting-edge technologies

Collaborative and innovative work-c3?

Job summary

Placements24 is partnering with a rapidly growing software development firm in Gauteng to hire an Agile Project Manager. You will lead cross-functional teams, drive Scrum ceremonies, and remove impediments to ensure on-time, high-quality software delivery in a collaborative, office-based role in Gauteng.

The role requires strong Agile expertise, coaching ability, and stakeholder management, with opportunities to mentor teams and shape best practices in a dynamic tech environment.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as an Agile Project Manager or Scrum Master in a software development environment.
• Strong understanding of Agile methodologies (Scrum, Kanban) and frameworks.
• Excellent facilitation, coaching, and team-building skills.
• Experience with Agile project management tools such as Jira, Confluence, or similar.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate Agile ceremonies, including daily stand-ups, sprint planning, sprint reviews, and retrospectives.
• Coach and mentor the development team in Agile practices and principles.
• Remove impediments and obstacles that hinder team progress.
• Manage the product backlog in collaboration with the Product Owner, ensuring clarity and prioritization.
• Track project progress, identify risks, and develop mitigation plans.
• Facilitate effective communication between team members and stakeholders.
• Ensure the team delivers high-quality software releases on schedule.
• Promote a culture of continuous improvement within the development team.
• Manage stakeholder expectations and provide regular project updates.

Skills

Agile project management

Scrum Master

Facilitation & coaching

Stakeholder management

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science/IT

Tools

Jira

Confluence

Job description

About the Role

Our client is a rapidly growing software development firm based in Tembisa, Gauteng , seeking a highly motivated Agile Project Manager to lead their cross-functional development teams. This role is crucial for driving the successful delivery of innovative software solutions, ensuring adherence to Agile principles and best practices. You will be responsible for fostering a collaborative team environment, removing impediments, and guiding the development process from concept to deployment. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a significant impact within a company that values creativity and technological advancement. The position is office-based, allowing for immersive team collaboration and immediate problem-solving. You will work closely with Product Owners, developers, QA engineers, and other stakeholders to ensure projects are delivered on time, within scope, and to the highest quality standards. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of Agile methodologies and a passion for building high-performing teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Facilitate Agile ceremonies, including daily stand-ups, sprint planning, sprint reviews, and retrospectives.
• Coach and mentor the development team in Agile practices and principles.
• Remove impediments and obstacles that hinder team progress.
• Manage the product backlog in collaboration with the Product Owner, ensuring clarity and prioritization.
• Track project progress, identify risks, and develop mitigation plans.
• Facilitate effective communication between team members and stakeholders.
• Ensure the team delivers high-quality software releases on schedule.
• Promote a culture of continuous improvement within the development team.
• Manage stakeholder expectations and provide regular project updates.

Requirements

• Proven experience as an Agile Project Manager or Scrum Master in a software development environment.
• Strong understanding of Agile methodologies (Scrum, Kanban) and frameworks.
• Excellent facilitation, coaching, and team-building skills.
• Experience with Agile project management tools such as Jira, Confluence, or similar.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Strong problem-solving and conflict-resolution abilities.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• Scrum Master (CSM) or Professional Scrum Master (PSM) certification is preferred.

Benefits

• Competitive salary package reflecting your skills and experience.
• Opportunity to work with cutting-edge technologies and methodologies.
• A collaborative and innovative work culture.
• Professional development and training opportunities.
• Contribution to medical aid and retirement fund.
• Office-based role in Tembisa, Gauteng fostering strong team synergy.
• Annual performance bonuses.