Agile Project Manager - Software Development Lifecycle

Placements24; Centurion; Hybrid; ZAR 1,004,000 - 1,562,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work

Contract-based role

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a seasoned Agile Project Manager on a contract basis to guide multiple software teams through the SDLC and deliver high-quality products. This remote role requires strong communication and collaboration across distributed teams, including Centurion, Gauteng, and other locations.

You will champion agile principles, facilitate ceremonies, manage backlogs, and remove impediments to ensure timely delivery. Certification such as CSM/PSM/PMP is preferred.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as Agile Project Manager or Scrum Master.
• Certification such as CSM, PSM, or PMP is highly preferred.
• In-depth knowledge of Scrum, Kanban, and the SDLC.
• Experience with Jira, Confluence, Trello and remote collaboration.
• Excellent communication, facilitation and leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate agile ceremonies (daily stand-ups, sprint planning, reviews, retros).
• Coach development teams in agile principles and practices.
• Manage the product backlog: define, prioritize, estimate user stories.
• Remove impediments and obstacles hindering progress.
• Track progress, identify risks, and apply mitigation strategies.
• Collaborate with product owners and stakeholders on goals and deliverables.
• Foster continuous improvement and run lessons learned sessions.
• Ensure timely and effective communication among team members and stakeholders.
• Monitor velocity and performance metrics; adjust as needed.
• Contribute to the overall agile maturity of the organization.

Skills

Agile PM

Scrum Master

Leadership

Communication

Remote teams

SDLC knowledge

Tools

Jira

Confluence

Trello

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a rapidly growing software development firm, is looking for a seasoned Agile Project Manager to join their team on a contractual basis. This role will be pivotal in guiding multiple software development teams through the entire Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC), ensuring timely delivery of high-quality products. You will champion agile principles and practices, facilitating efficient workflows and continuous improvement. The ideal candidate is a certified Scrum Master or has equivalent experience, with a strong understanding of various agile frameworks like Scrum and Kanban. This position is based remotely, offering flexibility to candidates across different locations, but with a need for strong communication and collaboration skills. The successful applicant will play a key role in fostering a collaborative and productive environment for our development teams in Centurion, Gauteng and beyond. We are looking for an individual passionate about agile methodologies and driving project success through iterative development and effective team dynamics.

Key Responsibilities

• Facilitate agile ceremonies, including daily stand-ups, sprint planning, sprint reviews, and retrospectives.
• Guide and coach development teams in adopting and adhering to agile principles and practices.
• Manage the product backlog, ensuring user stories are well-defined, prioritized, and estimated.
• Remove impediments and obstacles that hinder team progress.
• Track project progress, identify risks, and implement mitigation strategies.
• Collaborate with product owners and stakeholders to ensure alignment on project goals and deliverables.
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement and facilitate lessons learned sessions.
• Ensure timely and effective communication among team members and stakeholders.
• Monitor team velocity and performance metrics, making adjustments as needed.
• Contribute to the overall agile maturity of the organization.

Requirements

• Proven experience as an Agile Project Manager or Scrum Master.
• Certification such as CSM, PSM, or PMP is highly preferred.
• In-depth knowledge of agile frameworks (Scrum, Kanban) and the SDLC.
• Experience with agile project management tools (e.g., Jira, Confluence, Trello).
• Excellent communication, facilitation, and leadership skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a dynamic environment.
• Strong problem-solving and conflict-resolution abilities.
• Experience working with distributed and remote teams is essential.
• Familiarity with software development processes and technologies.
• Based remotely but able to collaborate effectively with teams supporting Centurion, Gauteng.

Benefits

• As a contractor, you will benefit from competitive rates and the flexibility of remote work. This role offers exposure to innovative software development projects and the opportunity to influence project direction.
• While specific benefits are typically managed through your contracting entity, our client values collaboration and professional growth, offering opportunities to learn and contribute within a cutting-edge tech environment.
• This contract position is ideal for experienced agile professionals seeking challenging projects.