Lead Agile Project Manager - Remote

Placements24; Cape Town; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private health insurance

Generous annual leave

Home office budget

Flexible work hours

Remote-first culture

Global impact projects

Job summary

Placements24 seeks an experienced Lead Agile Project Manager to drive multiple agile teams across software initiatives. This fully remote role operates from anywhere in South Africa, shaping product strategy and ensuring timely delivery in a global digital market.

You will mentor teams, manage backlogs, collaborate with Product Owners, and promote agile practices, with a strong emphasis on leadership and stakeholder communication in a remote environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Business, or a related field.
• 8+ years of project management experience with at least 5 years leading agile software development teams.
• Experience managing complex, multi-team agile projects in a remote-first setting.
• In-depth knowledge of agile methodologies (Scrum, Kanban, SAFe) and tools (Jira, Confluence).
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to inspire and motivate remote teams.
• Strong understanding of the SDLC and DevOps principles.
• CSM, PSM, or similar agile certification is required.
• Experience in product management or working with product managers is a plus.
• Proven ability to manage stakeholder expectations and facilitate remote decision-making.
• Self-motivated and autonomous in a remote work setting.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor multiple agile development teams, facilitating sprint planning, daily stand-ups, sprint reviews, and retrospectives.
• Drive adoption and continuous improvement of agile practices across the organization.
• Manage the product backlog, prioritize features, and align with business objectives and customer needs.
• Oversee end-to-end lifecycle for software development projects, from conception to deployment.
• Collaborate with Product Owners and engineering teams to define scope, requirements, and deliverables.
• Identify, assess, and manage project risks and impediments with proactive solutions.
• Foster transparency, collaboration, and learning within remote teams.
• Ensure high-quality standards and on-time, on-scope delivery.
• Track progress, generate reports, and communicate status to stakeholders.
• Champion agile transformation and best practices across the company.

Skills

Leadership

Remote leadership

Agile

Scrum

Kanban

SAFe

Jira

Confluence

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/IT/Business

Tools

Jira

Confluence

Job description

About the Role

Our client is a pioneering digital solutions provider seeking a dynamic and experienced Lead Agile Project Manager to drive their innovative product development initiatives. This is a fully remote position, offering unparalleled flexibility and the opportunity to work from anywhere within **South Africa**. You will be at the forefront of managing multiple agile development teams, ensuring the timely and successful delivery of high-quality software products. This role is perfect for a visionary leader passionate about agile methodologies and committed to fostering a collaborative, high-performing remote work environment. You will play a critical role in shaping our product strategy and execution, contributing significantly to our growth in the global digital market.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor multiple agile development teams, facilitating sprint planning, daily stand-ups, sprint reviews, and retrospectives.
• Drive the adoption and continuous improvement of agile practices and principles across the organization.
• Manage the product backlog, prioritize features, and ensure alignment with business objectives and customer needs.
• Oversee the end-to-end project lifecycle for software development projects, from conception to deployment.
• Collaborate closely with Product Owners, stakeholders, and engineering teams to define project scope, requirements, and deliverables.
• Identify, assess, and manage project risks and impediments, proactively implementing solutions.
• Foster a culture of transparency, collaboration, and continuous learning within the remote teams.
• Ensure high-quality standards are met and that projects are delivered on time and within scope.
• Track project progress, generate relevant reports, and communicate status updates effectively to all stakeholders.
• Champion agile transformation and best practices across the company, promoting an agile mindset.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Business, or a related field.
• A minimum of 8 years of experience in project management, with at least 5 years focused on leading agile software development teams.
• Demonstrated experience in managing complex, multi-team agile projects in a remote-first setting.
• In-depth knowledge of agile methodologies (Scrum, Kanban, SAFe) and tools (Jira, Confluence).
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to inspire and motivate remote teams.
• Strong understanding of the software development lifecycle (SDLC) and DevOps principles.
• Certified Scrum Master (CSM), Professional Scrum Master (PSM), or similar agile certification is required.
• Experience in product management or working closely with product managers is a significant advantage.
• Proven ability to manage stakeholder expectations and facilitate effective decision-making in a remote environment.
• Self-motivated, proactive, and able to thrive in an autonomous, remote work setting.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary package with potential for annual bonuses.
• Fully remote work arrangement offering exceptional work-life balance.
• Comprehensive private health insurance.
• Generous annual leave and paid time off.
• Budget for home office setup and continuous professional development.
• Opportunities to work on innovative and impactful projects impacting a global audience.
• A supportive and inclusive company culture that values remote collaboration.