Technical Agile Lead (h/f)
Posted 1 day 15 hours ago by emagine
Job Title: Agile Lead - Foundations Technology
Location: Sheffield (2 days per week or 8 days per month in the office)
emagine is a high-end professional services consultancy and solutions firm specialising in providing business and technology services to the financial services sector, we power progress, solve challenges and deliver real results through tailored high-end consulting services and solutions.
We have created a culture of openness and integrity by building genuine and strong relationships and partnerships, enabling us to be uncompromising in our dedication in delivering the optimal service for our clients. Our commitment is not just towards our clients but we aim to foster a positive and equitable working environment with our consultants and colleagues which stems from our core values: Confident, Dedicated, Responsible, Genuine.
Position Overview: We are seeking an experienced Agile Lead to oversee and drive the delivery of key features and functionality for Foundations Technology initiatives. This role will involve leading a team of Cloud Engineers, ensuring smooth execution of Agile ceremonies, managing dependencies, and supporting the integration of Enterprise and Foundations Technology delivery excellence initiatives.
The Agile Lead will be responsible for the overall success of the team's Agile processes, tracking risks, managing stakeholders, and aligning the team's activities with broader organizational goals.
Key Responsibilities:
Lead the Agile ceremonies for the Foundations Technology POD, including daily standups, sprint planning, retrospectives, and backlog grooming.
Manage quarterly planning increments, ensuring alignment with broader business objectives and priorities.
Identify, track, and escalate key risks and issues to the Common Components Portfolio Delivery Manager to ensure the team remains on track and delivery is not impacted.
Remove blockers and provide ongoing support to the team, ensuring smooth and timely delivery.
Manage and facilitate dependencies between internal IT teams, vendors, and third-party stakeholders to ensure alignment and timely delivery.
Support the integration of Enterprise and Foundations Technology Delivery Excellence initiatives into the Common Components delivery framework.
Proactively manage stakeholder expectations and ensure clear communication and updates on progress.
Key Requirements:
Must be able to work in the Sheffield office 2 days per week or 8 days per month.
Strong experience with Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe) methodologies.
Proven track record in delivering Agile and DevOps projects.
Excellent stakeholder management skills, with the ability to communicate effectively across all levels.
Proficient in using JIRA and Confluence to track and manage project progress.
Experience working with global teams across multiple time zones, managing remote collaboration and ensuring timely delivery.
Preferred Skills:
Experience in leading Cloud Engineering teams and delivering cloud-based solutions.
Knowledge of continuous delivery pipelines and DevOps best practices.
Familiarity with large-scale enterprise technology delivery.
Why Join Us?
Be part of a dynamic, fast-paced environment where you can make an impact.
Work alongside a talented team driving cutting-edge technology initiatives.
Opportunity for career growth within an innovative company.