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About the Role:We are seeking a seasoned Agile Coach to lead enterprise-wide Agile transformation for a major banking client. The successful candidate will act as a servant leader, strategic mentor, and Agile evangelist, tasked with increasing Agile maturity across tribes, squads, and business functions.
This role is pivotal in embedding Agile best practices, optimizing team performance, and shaping a delivery-focused culture aligned with business outcomes. You will work closely with senior leadership, Product Owners, Scrum Masters, and cross-functional delivery teams to scale Agile practices across the organization.
Key Responsibilities:Agile Coaching & Transformation- Champion the adoption of Agile methodologies such as Scrum and Kanban across teams and tribes.
- Coach Product Owners and team members on backlog grooming, sprint planning, and empirical planning.
- Lead Agile workshops and simulations to foster understanding and drive continuous improvement.
- Cultivate a servant leadership mindset and Agile culture through Communities of Practice.
- Support organizational transition from traditional Waterfall delivery to Agile frameworks.
- Improve Agile maturity through consistent coaching and structured governance practices.
- Define and implement the right Agile cadence, sprint rituals, and performance metrics.
- Utilize ALM tools like Jira, Confluence, and others to drive transparency and reporting.
- Drive quarterly planning sessions and ensure roadmap visibility for all stakeholders.
- Act as the Agile liaison between Group IT and business units to align on delivery expectations.
- Establish strong relationships with product owners, business heads, and executive stakeholders.
- Support strategic initiatives by identifying delivery risks and optimizing collaboration models.
- Contribute to solution design with a strategic mindset and a passion for innovation.
- Solve complex organizational and delivery challenges through Agile experimentation and iteration.
- Enable squads to self-organize and deliver high-impact products aligned with business goals.
- Bachelor's in Computer Science / Engineering
- Agile Certification (Scrum, SAFe, etc.)
- 8+ years in Agile roles, preferably in BFSI
- Strong command over Agile tools and delivery frameworks
- Strategic mindset with excellent stakeholder management
- Exceptional communication and servant leadership skills
- PSM/SAFe/ICAgile Coaching Certifications
- Familiarity with Digital Banking or Financial Services domain
- Experience driving Agile adoption at scale
- Mid-Senior level
- Full-time
- Other
- IT Services and IT Consulting
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Agile Manager
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Sopra Banking Software is the partner of choice for more than 1,500 financial institutions worldwide. The rich variety of solutions, the strength of our conviction and passion for innovation enable us to support clients on a daily basis and in their future projects, as well as in their goals regarding financial inclusion. SBS customers, based in over 80 countries around the world, benefit every day from our technologies and software, as well as the expertise of our employees.
Job Description
Within SBS, the Digital Engagement Global Business Unit is in charge of developing, commercializing and operating the Digital Banking Suite (DBS), the front-end customer-facing engagement products (web, mobile, other digital channels). We are looking for a Senior Engineering Manager, who is ready to be part of a team that moves fast within complex scenarios, to lead one of the product squads.
Responsibilities :
- Work with the Product Owner to : Ensure during PI workload planned is in line with the teams' available capacity and skillscross teams' backlog dependencies are identifiedEnsure the backlog is well understood and that user stories are properly definedRevisit priorities in case teams are facing delays or not able to meet their objectives
- Work with the Scrum Master to : Ensure the team is following Agile principles and practicesFacilitate communication and collaboration within the team, as well as with outside stakeholders and teamsProvide support and coaching to the team to help them meet their objectivesIdentify and remove obstacles or roadblocks that may be preventing the team from meeting their goalsIdentify opportunities and take actions to gain operational efficiencyMonitor progress and track metrics related to the execution of the sprints to ensure that the team is meeting their commitments
- Manage the capacity and skills needed to successfully execute the sprints and support building cross-functional teams
- Arbitrate with the required stakeholders (Agile Stream Managers, Program Manager, etc.) to mutualize skills and / or capacity to successfully execute the backlog
- Manage the execution of sprints and ensure the team is meeting their sprint goals and objectives
- Raise risks, propose mitigation measures to the Program Manager, initiate and monitor actions
- Ensure that the team is following software development best practices (coding and testing)
- Attend sprint planning, review, and retrospective meetings. Track the actions identified until closure
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field
- 10+ years of experience in software engineering
- 3+ years of experience managing teams of software engineers
- Strong knowledge and experienceof Agile software development methodologies Scrum or Kanban and the related toolchain GitHub, Jira, Jenkins
- Excellent project management skills
Additional Information
At our organization, we are committed to fighting against all forms of discrimination. We foster a work environment that is inclusive and respectful of all differences.
All of our positions are open to people with disabilities.
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Are you passionate about enabling teams to achieve Agile excellence and driving continuous improvement? Gathern is looking for an Agile Coach to help scale Agile frameworks, foster collaboration, and optimize processes across teams.
In this role, you will coach teams, facilitate Agile ceremonies, and align Agile practices with business objectives. You'll work closely with engineering, product, and leadership teams to ensure a culture of accountability, transparency, and innovation. If you're a strategic thinker with a hands-on approach to Agile transformation, join us and make a lasting impact!
Responsibilities:
- Coach teams on Agile principles, methodologies, and best practices
- Develop and implement Agile frameworks across squads and departments
- Facilitate Agile ceremonies to drive alignment and collaboration
- Ensure Agile practices align with business and product goals
- Optimize operational processes and document best practices for consistency
- Provide guidance on scaling Agile across the organization
- Establish performance metrics and objectives to measure Agile adoption and success
- Foster a culture of accountability while ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements
- Support leadership in Agile transformation and mindset shifts
- 7+ years of experience in Agile coaching, software development, or a similar role
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field
- Strong expertise in Agile frameworks (Scrum, Kanban, SAFe, LeSS)
- Proven experience in coaching cross-functional teams and scaling Agile practices
- Strong knowledge of Agile metrics and performance tracking
- Excellent facilitation, communication, and leadership skills
- Experience with Jira, Confluence, and Agile tooling
- Experience in Agile transformations at an organizational level
- Background in software engineering or product management
- Certifications such as ICP-ACC, SAFe Program Consultant (SPC), or Certified Scrum Professional (CSP-PO/SM)
- Seniority levelMid-Senior level
- Employment typeFull-time
- Job functionOther
- IndustriesIT Services and IT Consulting
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- Bachelor’s degree in Technology, Management, Finance, or a related discipline.
- At least beginner-level certification in 1 or more Agile frameworks (Eg. PSM-I, CSM, KMP, SA, etc.). Intermediate or expert level certifications preferred (CSP, CSC, SPC, CST, SPCT, PSM-II, etc.).
- In-depth knowledge of team-level Agile frameworks (Scrum, Kanban), plus one or more scaling frameworks (SAFe, LeSS, Nexus, Scrum @Scale, Spotify model, etc.)
- Certified as an Agile Coach and/or Scrum Master.
- Worked in Agile for a minimum of 5 years, in a mix of delivery and coaching roles, some of which was spent in a large, complex organization.
- Been part of two or more Agile transformation programmes.
- At least intermediate-level skills with the following tools: JIRA, Confluence, Miro.
- Able to work in a hands-on role, whilst also contributing at a programme level.
- Adapted to delivering training and coaching remotely.
- Can demonstrate their ability to influence senior stakeholders and contribute to a change of mindset in an organisation.
- Flexible approach and is proactive in identifying additional value they can add.
- Excellent communication skills – written and verbal.
- Ability to engage and build consensus between stakeholders from different specialisations and org functions.
- Seniority levelNot Applicable
- Employment typeContract
- Job functionEngineering and Information Technology
- IndustriesIT Services and IT Consulting
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About the Role:We are seeking a seasoned Agile Coach to lead enterprise-wide Agile transformation for a major banking client. The successful candidate will act as a servant leader, strategic mentor, and Agile evangelist , tasked with increasing Agile maturity across tribes, squads, and business functions.
This role is pivotal in embedding Agile best practices, optimizing team performance, and shaping a delivery-focused culture aligned with business outcomes. You will work closely with senior leadership, Product Owners, Scrum Masters, and cross-functional delivery teams to scale Agile practices across the organization.
Key Responsibilities: Agile Coaching & Transformation- Champion the adoption of Agile methodologies such as Scrum and Kanban across teams and tribes.
- Coach Product Owners and team members on backlog grooming, sprint planning, and empirical planning.
- Lead Agile workshops and simulations to foster understanding and drive continuous improvement.
- Cultivate a servant leadership mindset and Agile culture through Communities of Practice.
- Support organizational transition from traditional Waterfall delivery to Agile frameworks.
- Improve Agile maturity through consistent coaching and structured governance practices.
- Define and implement the right Agile cadence, sprint rituals, and performance metrics.
- Utilize ALM tools like Jira, Confluence, and others to drive transparency and reporting.
- Drive quarterly planning sessions and ensure roadmap visibility for all stakeholders.
- Act as the Agile liaison between Group IT and business units to align on delivery expectations.
- Establish strong relationships with product owners, business heads, and executive stakeholders.
- Support strategic initiatives by identifying delivery risks and optimizing collaboration models.
- Contribute to solution design with a strategic mindset and a passion for innovation.
- Solve complex organizational and delivery challenges through Agile experimentation and iteration.
- Enable squads to self-organize and deliver high-impact products aligned with business goals.
- Bachelor's in Computer Science / Engineering
- Agile Certification (Scrum, SAFe, etc.)
- 8+ years in Agile roles, preferably in BFSI
- Strong command over Agile tools and delivery frameworks
- Strategic mindset with excellent stakeholder management
- Exceptional communication and servant leadership skills
- PSM/SAFe/ICAgile Coaching Certifications
- Familiarity with Digital Banking or Financial Services domain
- Experience driving Agile adoption at scale
- Mid-Senior level
- Full-time
- Other
- IT Services and IT Consulting
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- Bachelor's degree in Technology, Management, Finance, or a related discipline.
- At least beginner-level certification in 1 or more Agile frameworks (Eg. PSM-I, CSM, KMP, SA, etc.). Intermediate or expert level certifications preferred (CSP, CSC, SPC, CST, SPCT, PSM-II, etc.).
- In-depth knowledge of team-level Agile frameworks (Scrum, Kanban), plus one or more scaling frameworks (SAFe, LeSS, Nexus, Scrum @Scale, Spotify model, etc.)
- Certified as an Agile Coach and/or Scrum Master.
- Worked in Agile for a minimum of 5 years, in a mix of delivery and coaching roles, some of which was spent in a large, complex organization.
- Been part of two or more Agile transformation programmes.
- At least intermediate-level skills with the following tools: JIRA, Confluence, Miro.
- Able to work in a hands-on role, whilst also contributing at a programme level.
- Adapted to delivering training and coaching remotely.
- Can demonstrate their ability to influence senior stakeholders and contribute to a change of mindset in an organisation.
- Flexible approach and is proactive in identifying additional value they can add.
- Excellent communication skills – written and verbal.
- Ability to engage and build consensus between stakeholders from different specialisations and org functions.
- Seniority level Not Applicable
- Employment type Contract
- Job function Engineering and Information Technology
- Industries IT Services and IT Consulting
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Are you passionate about enabling teams to achieve Agile excellence and driving continuous improvement? Gathern is looking for an Agile Coach to help scale Agile frameworks, foster collaboration, and optimize processes across teams.
In this role, you will coach teams, facilitate Agile ceremonies, and align Agile practices with business objectives. You'll work closely with engineering, product, and leadership teams to ensure a culture of accountability, transparency, and innovation. If you're a strategic thinker with a hands-on approach to Agile transformation, join us and make a lasting impact
Responsibilities:
- Coach teams on Agile principles, methodologies, and best practices
- Develop and implement Agile frameworks across squads and departments
- Facilitate Agile ceremonies to drive alignment and collaboration
- Ensure Agile practices align with business and product goals
- Optimize operational processes and document best practices for consistency
- Provide guidance on scaling Agile across the organization
- Establish performance metrics and objectives to measure Agile adoption and success
- Foster a culture of accountability while ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements
- Support leadership in Agile transformation and mindset shifts
- 7+ years of experience in Agile coaching, software development, or a similar role
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field
- Strong expertise in Agile frameworks (Scrum, Kanban, SAFe, LeSS)
- Proven experience in coaching cross-functional teams and scaling Agile practices
- Strong knowledge of Agile metrics and performance tracking
- Excellent facilitation, communication, and leadership skills
- Experience with Jira, Confluence, and Agile tooling
- Experience in Agile transformations at an organizational level
- Background in software engineering or product management
- Certifications such as ICP-ACC, SAFe Program Consultant (SPC), or Certified Scrum Professional (CSP-PO/SM)
- Seniority level Mid-Senior level
- Employment type Full-time
- Job function Other
- Industries IT Services and IT Consulting
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Agile Lead - temp
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Dubai, United Arab Emirates | Posted on 06/24/2025
myZoi is transforming lives for those who deserve it most. We are an exciting fintech start-up committed to promoting financial inclusion worldwide. Our vision is to provide a level playing field for the unbanked and underbanked to access essential financial services in an affordable, convenient, and transparent manner. We are seeking smart, ambitious, and purpose-driven individuals to join us on this journey.
The RoleYou will be part of a team dedicated to building and delivering a world-class application to our global customer base. As an Agile Lead, you will proactively lead teams to develop software that is highly functional, simple, feature-rich, and designed to positively impact thousands of Blue Collar workers.
Responsibilities Agile Facilitation- Lead daily standups, sprint planning, retrospectives, and reviews
- Coach teams on agile principles and continuous improvement practices
- Facilitate cross-team collaboration and dependency management
- Drive adoption of best practices across multiple scrum teams
- Track sprint progress, velocity, and team metrics
- Identify and remove impediments to team productivity
- Coordinate releases and deployments in our cloud-native environment
- Ensure alignment between business priorities and technical delivery
- Provide regular progress updates to leadership and stakeholders
- Facilitate communication between engineering, product, and operations teams
- Manage expectations regarding delivery timelines and scope changes
- Promote transparency in planning and delivery processes
- Mentor team members on agile methodologies and self-organization
- Foster a culture of continuous learning and experimentation
- Support engineering managers in building high-performing teams
- Drive initiatives to improve team efficiency and developer experience
- 4+ years experience as ScrumMaster, Agile Coach, or similar role
- Proficiency with Atlassian Suite of tools
- Strong experience with agile frameworks (Scrum, Kanban, SAFe)
- Proven track record in fintech or regulated industries
- Experience with cloud-native development and DevOps practices
- Excellent facilitation and conflict resolution skills
- Strong analytical skills with experience in agile metrics and reporting
- Proficiency with agile tools (Jira, Azure DevOps, or similar)
- Understanding of CI/CD pipelines and cloud deployment practices
- Familiarity with modern development practices (microservices, APIs, automated testing)
- Knowledge of financial services regulations and compliance (preferred)
- You are a skilled, creative, and inquisitive engineer passionate about quality and delivery
- You have hands-on experience with front-end and mobile development using React Native
- You appreciate high-quality shared components, styling, and presentation
- You have knowledge of build tools, optimization techniques, and modern frameworks
- You possess strong communication skills, curiosity, and are a quick learner
- You enjoy working in a fast-paced, creative agile environment
- You enjoy mentoring and teaching other developers to create a cohesive team
- You like making friends and having fun
- Competitive salary package
- Health insurance and benefits
- Professional development opportunities and certifications
- Modern office environment in Dubai/Abu Dhabi
- Opportunity to work with cutting-edge fintech solutions
- Flexible work arrangements
- A great team
At myZoi, we strive to create a product and team that embrace equality, inclusion, diversity, and freedom. We want people who can be themselves and bring their unique value to the team. Join us!
#J-18808-LjbffrAgile Project Manager
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We are seeking a proactive and experienced Agile Project Manager to lead cross-functional teams in delivering complex projects using Agile frameworks such as Scrum, Kanban, or SAFe. The Agile PM will facilitate collaboration, remove impediments, manage timelines and stakeholder expectations, and ensure continuous improvement throughout the project lifecycle.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead the planning, execution, and delivery of Agile projects in alignment with business goals.
- Facilitate daily stand-ups, sprint planning, retrospectives, and other Agile ceremonies.
- Collaborate closely with product owners, Scrum Masters, developers, QA, and stakeholders.
- Track project progress using Agile tools (e.g., Jira, Azure DevOps, Trello) and report metrics such as velocity, burndown, and team performance.
- Manage project scope, timelines, risks, and resources, ensuring alignment with Agile principles.
- Serve as a coach and mentor to team members in Agile best practices and continuous delivery.
- Communicate effectively with stakeholders at all levels, providing clear updates and managing expectations.
- Identify and resolve blockers, escalate issues as needed, and ensure teams stay focused and productive.
- Coordinate with other Agile teams or programs in scaled environments (e.g., SAFe, LeSS).
Qualifications:
- Education: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Business, Engineering, or a related field (Master's preferred).
Certifications:
- Certified Scrum Master (CSM), PMI-ACP, SAFe Agilist, or equivalent Agile certification (required or preferred).
Experience:
- 3-5 years of experience in Agile project or program management.
- Proven experience delivering complex IT or software projects using Agile methodologies.
Skills:
- Deep understanding of Agile frameworks (Scrum, Kanban, SAFe, etc.).
- Strong facilitation, organizational, and communication skills.
- Proficiency with project tracking tools (e.g., Jira, Confluence, Rally, Azure DevOps).
- Ability to lead without authority and foster a culture of collaboration and accountability.
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Agile Project Manager
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At Papel Holdings, we're not just another Fintech company. We're on a mission to revolutionize the financial landscape. From innovative banking solutions to cutting-edge digital asset products, we're transforming how people interact with money.
Careers at Papel suit those who want to have an impact, who are comfortable getting uncomfortable, willing to take risks and win big. We are brave, laser-focused and have high aptitude, with a little playfulness for good measure. If you're someone who thrives on high accountability, possesses a start-up spirit, and flair for industry-savvy solutions, you'll fit right in.
If this resonates with you, you'll have the opportunity to make a real impact and be part of something that's changing how we interact with money and wealth.
POSITION OBJECTIVE
We are seeking a highly motivated Agile Project Manager to oversee and own the end-to-end delivery of our product outcomes. This role is critical in ensuring seamless collaboration across teams, managing third-party relationships, and driving successful project execution. The ideal candidate will have a strong delivery mindset, excellent stakeholder management skills, and the ability to lead in a framework agnostic delivery environment while maintaining a focus on management and reporting.
End-to-End Delivery Ownership
- Take full ownership for the successful delivery of product projects, from initiation through to completion
- Monitor progress against plans, identify potential delivery bottlenecks, and implement corrective actions to stay on track
- Align delivery goals with the company's strategic objectives, ensuring alignment with broader business priorities
- Third-Party Relationship Management
- Serve as the primary point of contact for third-party vendors enabling effective collaboration and problem-solving
- Support in the facilitation of team ceremonies such as sprint planning, daily stand-ups, retrospectives, and reviews, ensuring they are productive and goal oriented
- Act as a mentor to team members, helping them understand and apply agile principles effectively
- Support the team in removing impediments and resolving conflicts to maintain focus and momentum
- Promote a culture of collaboration, ownership, and accountability within the team
- Build and maintain strong relationship with internal stakeholders
- Act as a bridge between technical teams and business stakeholders, ensuring clear communication and understanding of priorities
- Facilitate alignment between stakeholder expectations and project realities, addressing any misalignments promptly
- Work closely with the Product Manager, Product Owner and Engineering management to ensure alignment and consistency in processes and practices across the team
- Identify potential risks early in the project lifecycle, assessing their impact and likelihood
- Develop and implement mitigation plans to address identified risks proactively
- Conduct regular risk review meetings, ensuring risks are continuously monitored and managed throughout the project
- Maintain a risk register and ensure transparency by communicating significant risks to relevant stakeholders
- Prepare and deliver clear, concise, and data-driven reports to executive committees
- Provide insights into project performance, including progress, risks, and opportunities, to enable informed decision-making
- Ensure reports align with organizational objectives and showcase the project's value to the business
- Regularly review delivery processes to identify inefficiencies and areas for improvement
- Implement lessons learned from previous projects to enhance future delivery practices
- Foster a culture of innovation and adaptability within the team, encouraging the exploration of new tools and techniques
- Monitor industry trends and best practices to ensure the team remains competitive and up to date
- Degree qualified ideally with Computer Science
- Strong technical understanding of Jira, Confluence. Strong emphasis on needing to build information radiating dashboards.
- Exceptional verbal and written communication skills for interacting with diverse stakeholders.
- Strong understanding of agile and waterfall frameworks such as Scrum, Kanban, or SAFe
- Strong interpersonal skills to navigate diverse team dynamics and foster trust
- Ability to empathize with team members and stakeholders while maintaining professional boundaries
- Skilled in facilitating collaboration and resolving conflicts to maintain team morale
- PRINCE 2
- PMP
- PMI-ACP
- SAFe Agilist
- CSM/PSM
- Competitive pay
- Discretionary bonus
- Comprehensive Healthcare
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