IT Agile Manager at VAM Systems

Dubai, Dubai, United Arab Emirates -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

27 Apr, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

27 Jan, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Agile Methodologies, Scrum, Kanban, SAFe, LeSS, Jira, Azure DevOps, Confluence, Agile Metrics, SDLC, DevOps, Team Leadership, Coaching, Stakeholder Management, Governance Frameworks, Risk Management

Industry

IT Services and IT Consulting

Description

Job Description VAM Systems is currently looking for IT Agile Manager for our UAE operations with the following skillsets & terms and conditions: Qualification: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Business, or related field (Master's degree preferred) Certified Scrum Master (CSM) or Professional Scrum Master (PSM) required Advanced agile certifications highly preferred Project Management Professional (PMP) or equivalent is a plus Experience: 7+ years of experience in agile environments with progressive leadership responsibility 3+ years of direct people management experience leading Scrum Masters, Project Managers, or agile teams Proven track record of successful agile transformations and scaling agile across organizations Budget and schedule management experience Knowledge and skills: Deep understanding of agile frameworks including Scrum, Kanban, SAFe, LeSS, and hybrid approaches Strong knowledge of tools such as MS Project, Jira, Azure DevOps, Confluence, or similar platforms Experience with agile metrics and reporting (velocity, burn-down/up charts, cycle time, lead time, etc.) Understanding of software development lifecycle (SDLC) and DevOps practices Familiarity with agile scaling frameworks for enterprise environments Responsibities Lead enterprise-level complex projects using agile methodologies and governance frameworks to deliver exceptional business valueDefine project management processes and champion continuous improvement initiatives that favor incremental delivery, collaboration, and iterative workPartner with product owners to manage stakeholder communications, set delivery expectations, and implement effective governance and communication strategiesLead, mentor, and develop a team of Scrum Masters and Project Managers through coaching, feedback, and career development support Recruit, onboard, and retain top agile talent while conducting performance evaluations and creating individual development plans Foster a collaborative team culture that encourages knowledge sharing, continuous learning, innovation, and effective resource allocation across initiatives Build team capability for autonomous problem-solving, assess team health, remove organizational impediments, and create a safe environment for experimentation Serve as an Agile Coach to teams, leaders, and stakeholders, promoting agile values, principles, and best practices throughout the organization Guide teams in adopting and refining agile frameworks such as Scrum, Kanban, and SAFe, tailored to their specific contexts and needs Facilitate agile ceremonies, workshops, and training sessions to elevate organizational agile maturity and capability Establish and maintain agile governance frameworks, standards, and metrics across the project portfolio Oversee multiple concurrent projects and programs, monitoring health, identifying risks and dependencies, and ensuring timely, high-quality delivery Review and approve project plans, sprint goals, and delivery commitments while ensuring teams follow agile best practices with appropriate flexibility Continuously evaluate and refine agile processes, tools, and practices while introducing innovative techniques that enhance team productivity and collaboration Lead retrospectives and improvement initiatives, stay current with industry trends, and build communities of practice for knowledge sharing and continuous learning Terms and conditions Joining time frame: (15 - 30 days) Additional Information Terms and conditions: Joining time frame: maximum 4 weeks

Responsibilities

Lead enterprise-level complex projects using agile methodologies and governance frameworks to deliver exceptional business value, while defining project management processes and championing continuous improvement initiatives. This role also involves leading, mentoring, and developing a team of Scrum Masters and Project Managers through coaching and career development support.