Liberty Fox Technologies, LLC.
Agile Software Project Manager
Liberty Fox Technologies, LLC., Phila, Pennsylvania, United States,
Company Overview
Here at Liberty Fox Technologies, we’ve created a new path to IT transformation. Our job is not just to solve technical problems, but to develop the strategic solutions that make an organization thrive. We embrace positive change in ourselves and drive change for our clients. We are Advisors, Confidantes, Strategists, and Innovators for Hire.Role Description
Our Agile Project Manager is responsible for planning, leading, organizing, and motivating Agile project teams. The goals are to:Achieve a high level of performance and quality, andDeliver agile projects that provide exceptional business value to usersThe role may be responsible for managing several concurrent high visibility projects using agile methods in a fast-paced environment that may cross multiple business divisions.Responsibilities
Define project scope and schedule while focusing on regular and timely delivery of value; organize and lead project status and working meetings; prepare and distribute progress reports; manage risks and issues; correct deviations from plans; and perform delivery planning for assigned projectsAssist in team development while holding teams accountable for their commitments, removing roadblocks to their work; leveraging organizational resources to improve capacity for project workDevelop Project Plans to support client timelines, project budgets, and team resource plansSupport the Project Owner in managing customer expectations for project deliverables, managing stakeholder communications, and helping to implement an effective system of project governanceDefine and manage a well-defined project management process and champion ongoing process improvement initiatives to implement best practices for Agile Project ManagementPromote empowerment of the team, ensure that each team member is fully engaged in the project and making a meaningful contribution, and encourage a sustainable pace with high levels of quality for the teamManage changes to the project scope, project schedule, and project costs using appropriate verification techniquesMeasure project performance using appropriate tools and techniquesReport and escalate to management as neededSuccessfully manage the relationship with the client and all stakeholdersPerform risk management to minimize project risksEstablish and maintain relationships with third parties/vendorsCreate and maintain comprehensive project documentationSkills
Leadership Skills: keep project resources motivated, resolve conflicts, and make hard decisionsTime Management: You’ll be working with employees, customers, and management, often spinning multiple plates at onceMath and Budgeting: Project managers are expected to keep and maintain a budget on almost every project. You will need to be confident in using math skills to make sure clients and team members know where the project’s money is goingAnalytical Skills: You’ll need analytical skills to be able to solve problems that may come up during a typical workday. Employee will be analyzing data and making decisions that affect the project on a regular basisSolid organizational skills including attention to detail and multi-tasking skillsSolid understanding of software development life cycle models as well as expert knowledge of both Agile and traditional project management principles and practices and the ability to blend them together in the right proportions to fit a project and business environmentA proven track record of successfully implementing software or web development projects using Agile methodologies including 8+ years of experience as a Project Manager managing large, complex projects in a high-tech development environment with multi-function teams. PMP preferredPrior experience with SCRUM/Agile methodologies with enterprise-level application development projects. PMI-ACP, CSM, or equivalent preferredExperience overseeing multi-function project teams with at least 10-15 team members including Developers, Business Analysts, and QA PersonnelBalanced business/technical background: Sufficient level of technical background to provide highly credible leadership to development teams and to be able to accurately and objectively evaluate complex project risks and issuesAbility to provide leadership to business analysts and collaborate with customers and develop strategies and solutions of high business valueBA or BS or equivalent experience is required; MA or MS is a plus. Agency experience is required.Very effective interpersonal skills including mentoring, coaching, collaborating, and team building.Strong analytical, planning, and organizational skills with an ability to manage competing demands.In-depth knowledge and understanding of business needs with the ability to establish/maintain high level of customer trust and confidence.Proven ability to lead software development projects and ensure objectives, goals, and commitments are met.Solid understanding of and demonstrated experience in using appropriate tools:Agile Project Management tools such as JiraMicrosoft Project, Visio, and all Office ToolsExcellent oral and written communications skills and experience interacting with both business and IT individuals at all levels including the executive level.Creative approach to problem-solving with the ability to focus on details while maintaining the “big picture” view.Proof of being fully vaccinated against COVID-19 is also required.We’re offering a competitive salary (depending on your experience) with an unlimited vacation day policy (yes, you read that right), a matching 401k plan, company-paid health insurance (you read that right too), and a great team-oriented work environment.
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Here at Liberty Fox Technologies, we’ve created a new path to IT transformation. Our job is not just to solve technical problems, but to develop the strategic solutions that make an organization thrive. We embrace positive change in ourselves and drive change for our clients. We are Advisors, Confidantes, Strategists, and Innovators for Hire.Role Description
Our Agile Project Manager is responsible for planning, leading, organizing, and motivating Agile project teams. The goals are to:Achieve a high level of performance and quality, andDeliver agile projects that provide exceptional business value to usersThe role may be responsible for managing several concurrent high visibility projects using agile methods in a fast-paced environment that may cross multiple business divisions.Responsibilities
Define project scope and schedule while focusing on regular and timely delivery of value; organize and lead project status and working meetings; prepare and distribute progress reports; manage risks and issues; correct deviations from plans; and perform delivery planning for assigned projectsAssist in team development while holding teams accountable for their commitments, removing roadblocks to their work; leveraging organizational resources to improve capacity for project workDevelop Project Plans to support client timelines, project budgets, and team resource plansSupport the Project Owner in managing customer expectations for project deliverables, managing stakeholder communications, and helping to implement an effective system of project governanceDefine and manage a well-defined project management process and champion ongoing process improvement initiatives to implement best practices for Agile Project ManagementPromote empowerment of the team, ensure that each team member is fully engaged in the project and making a meaningful contribution, and encourage a sustainable pace with high levels of quality for the teamManage changes to the project scope, project schedule, and project costs using appropriate verification techniquesMeasure project performance using appropriate tools and techniquesReport and escalate to management as neededSuccessfully manage the relationship with the client and all stakeholdersPerform risk management to minimize project risksEstablish and maintain relationships with third parties/vendorsCreate and maintain comprehensive project documentationSkills
Leadership Skills: keep project resources motivated, resolve conflicts, and make hard decisionsTime Management: You’ll be working with employees, customers, and management, often spinning multiple plates at onceMath and Budgeting: Project managers are expected to keep and maintain a budget on almost every project. You will need to be confident in using math skills to make sure clients and team members know where the project’s money is goingAnalytical Skills: You’ll need analytical skills to be able to solve problems that may come up during a typical workday. Employee will be analyzing data and making decisions that affect the project on a regular basisSolid organizational skills including attention to detail and multi-tasking skillsSolid understanding of software development life cycle models as well as expert knowledge of both Agile and traditional project management principles and practices and the ability to blend them together in the right proportions to fit a project and business environmentA proven track record of successfully implementing software or web development projects using Agile methodologies including 8+ years of experience as a Project Manager managing large, complex projects in a high-tech development environment with multi-function teams. PMP preferredPrior experience with SCRUM/Agile methodologies with enterprise-level application development projects. PMI-ACP, CSM, or equivalent preferredExperience overseeing multi-function project teams with at least 10-15 team members including Developers, Business Analysts, and QA PersonnelBalanced business/technical background: Sufficient level of technical background to provide highly credible leadership to development teams and to be able to accurately and objectively evaluate complex project risks and issuesAbility to provide leadership to business analysts and collaborate with customers and develop strategies and solutions of high business valueBA or BS or equivalent experience is required; MA or MS is a plus. Agency experience is required.Very effective interpersonal skills including mentoring, coaching, collaborating, and team building.Strong analytical, planning, and organizational skills with an ability to manage competing demands.In-depth knowledge and understanding of business needs with the ability to establish/maintain high level of customer trust and confidence.Proven ability to lead software development projects and ensure objectives, goals, and commitments are met.Solid understanding of and demonstrated experience in using appropriate tools:Agile Project Management tools such as JiraMicrosoft Project, Visio, and all Office ToolsExcellent oral and written communications skills and experience interacting with both business and IT individuals at all levels including the executive level.Creative approach to problem-solving with the ability to focus on details while maintaining the “big picture” view.Proof of being fully vaccinated against COVID-19 is also required.We’re offering a competitive salary (depending on your experience) with an unlimited vacation day policy (yes, you read that right), a matching 401k plan, company-paid health insurance (you read that right too), and a great team-oriented work environment.
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