Agile Project Manager

Concorde Inc. is seeking an Agile Project Manager responsible for leading Agile projects by collaborating with stakeholders to define goals, managing product backlogs, and facilitating Scrum activities. They empower self-organizing teams, maintain clear communication with stakeholders, and proactively address risks.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Agile Project Planning

• Collaborate with stakeholders to define project vision, goals, and user stories.
• Develop and maintain the product backlog, prioritizing features based on business value and stakeholder feedback.

Scrum Facilitation

• Act as a Scrum Master, facilitating daily stand-ups, sprint planning, sprint reviews, and retrospectives.
• Ensure the team adheres to Agile principles and practices, promoting a culture of continuous improvement.

Team Management

• Empower self-organizing teams by promoting collaboration and innovation.
• Support team members in their roles and provide coaching on Agile practices.

Stakeholder Communication

• Maintain open lines of communication with stakeholders, ensuring transparency regarding project progress and challenges.
• Gather and incorporate feedback from stakeholders throughout the development process.

Risk Management

• Identify and address risks proactively, adjusting the product backlog as necessary to mitigate potential issues.
• Foster an environment where team members feel safe to raise concerns and suggest improvements.

Quality Assurance

• Work with the team to establish quality metrics and ensure that deliverables meet acceptance criteria.
• Encourage test-driven development (TDD) and continuous integration practices.

Documentation

• Maintain Agile documentation, such as user stories, sprint goals, and release plans, ensuring it is accessible and up-to-date.
• Document lessons learned and best practices from each sprint for future reference.

Skills and Expertise:

Agile Methodologies

• In-depth understanding of Agile frameworks, including Scrum, Kanban, and Lean.
• Experience with Agile estimation techniques (e.g., story points, planning poker).

Facilitation Skills

• Strong ability to facilitate team meetings and workshops effectively.
• Skills in guiding teams through conflict resolution and decision-making processes.

Technical Proficiency

• Familiarity with Agile project management tools (e.g., Jira, Rally, Trello).
• Understanding of software development processes and technologies.

Adaptability

• Ability to adapt project plans based on iterative feedback and changing stakeholder needs.
• Comfort with ambiguity and rapid changes in project scope.

Preferred Qualifications:

Education

• Bachelor's degree in project management, computer science, or a related field.
• Agile certifications (e.g., Certified ScrumMaster (CSM), PMI-ACP) are highly preferred.

Experience

• Minimum of [insert number] years of experience in Agile project management, with a strong track record of delivering successful projects.
• Experience in coaching teams on Agile practices and principles.

Industry Knowledge

• Familiarity with industry-specific challenges and best practices in Agile project management.
• Understanding of regulatory requirements that may impact Agile projects.

Personal Attributes:

Servant Leadership

• A commitment to serving the team and removing obstacles to their success.
• Focus on empowering team members and fostering a collaborative environment.

Continuous Learner

• Enthusiasm for ongoing professional development and staying current with Agile trends and practices.
• Openness to feedback and willingness to adjust personal and team practices for improvement.

Strong Interpersonal Skills

• Ability to build trust and rapport with team members and stakeholders.
• Empathy and active listening skills to understand team dynamics and individual needs.