Role Name: Agile Project Manager
Location: Chicago, IL (Onsite)
Duration :12 MonthS
Job Description:
We are seeking an experienced and motivated Agile Project Manager to lead crossfunctional teams in delivering highquality products and business solutions using Agile methodologies The Agile Project Manager will be responsible for planning coordinating and managing projects while fostering collaboration continuous improvement and adherence to Agile principles This role requires strong leadership stakeholder management risk mitigation and project delivery skills
Key Responsibilities
Lead and manage end to end project delivery using Agile frameworks such as Scrum Kanban and SAFe
Facilitate Agile ceremonies including sprint planning daily standups sprint reviews retrospectives and backlog refinement sessions
Work closely with Product Owners Scrum Masters business stakeholders and development teams to define project scope priorities and deliverables
Develop project plans timelines resource allocations and release schedules
Monitor project progress identify risks and dependencies and implement mitigation strategies
Track and report project performance using Agile metrics such as velocity sprint burn down and release readiness
Ensure alignment between project objectives and business goals
Manage stakeholder communications and provide regular project status updates
Drive continuous process improvement and Agile best practices across teams
Coordinate cross functional resources to ensure timely delivery of projects within scope budget and quality standards
Support change management activities and facilitate organizational Agile adoption
Required Qualifications
Bachelors degree in Business Information Technology Computer Science Engineering or a related field
8 years of project management experience including 3 years managing Agile projects
Strong understanding of Agile frameworks principles and practices
Experience managing software development or digital transformation projects
Proficiency with Agile project management tools such as Jira Azure DevOps Trello or Rally
Excellent communication leadership problem solving and interpersonal skills
Experience working with distributed and cross functional teams
Preferred Qualifications
PMP Project Management Professional certification
Certified Scrum Master CSM PMIACP SAFe Agilist or equivalent Agile certification
Experience in cloud DevOps data or enterprise application projects
Knowledge of Lean principles and Agile portfolio management
Best Regards,
Vishal
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