Agile Technical Project Manager

Arkhya Tech - Jacksonville, FL

Full-time

Jacksonville, FL

Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

We are seeking an experienced Agile Technical Project Manager to drive the successful execution of technology projects, ensuring timely delivery and alignment with business goals. This role involves managing multiple projects across the full development lifecycle using Agile methodologies, requiring strong technical acumen and excellent communication skills to collaborate with cross-functional teams and stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Manage and deliver complex technical projects from initiation to completion using Agile methodologies.
• Define project scope, objectives, and deliverables that align with business goals and stakeholder requirements.
• Develop detailed project plans, including sprint planning, timeline estimation, resource allocation, and risk management.
• Act as a Scrum Master for Agile teams, facilitating ceremonies (sprint planning, stand-ups, retrospectives).
• Guide teams in implementing best Agile practices (Scrum, Kanban) to improve efficiency and product delivery.
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement within teams.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for business stakeholders, providing regular updates on project status, risks, and issues.
• Manage expectations of both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Lead discussions around technical trade-offs, risks, and mitigations with engineering teams and stakeholders.
• Work closely with software engineers, DevOps, QA, and UX/UI teams to ensure alignment on technical requirements and timelines.
• Proactively identify project risks and issues, developing appropriate mitigation and resolution strategies.
• Maintain risk logs and ensure timely escalation and communication with relevant stakeholders.
• Provide detailed and accurate reporting to leadership on project milestones, roadblocks, and overall project health.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related technical field (or equivalent experience).
• 5+ years of experience managing software development projects, with at least 3 years in Agile environments.
• Hands-on experience with Agile project management tools (e.g., JIRA, Confluence).
• Proven success managing cross-functional teams and delivering technical projects on time and within scope.
• Strong understanding of SDLC (Software Development Life Cycle) and CI/CD (Continuous Integration/Continuous Deployment).
• Ability to effectively communicate complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.

Nice-to-haves

• Certified ScrumMaster (CSM), PMP, or other relevant certifications.
• Experience with cloud technologies (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud Platform) or DevOps practices.
• Familiarity with modern programming languages, data architecture, or API integration.
• Experience in scaling Agile across multiple teams or organizations (SAFe, LeSS, or other frameworks).