Software and Applications Manager

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced Software and Applications Manager to oversee software development activities, application delivery, and project execution. The role involves coordinating cross-functional teams, facilitating Agile practices, managing stakeholder expectations, and ensuring the timely delivery of software enhancements and application solutions aligned with business requirements.

Key Responsibilities

Facilitate Agile ceremonies, including daily stand-ups, sprint planning, sprint reviews, and retrospectives.

Coordinate and guide cross-functional software development teams to ensure effective collaboration and timely delivery of project milestones.

Work closely with Product Owners, Business Analysts, developers, testers, and business stakeholders to define priorities, clarify requirements, and manage sprint deliverables.

Track sprint progress, identify delivery risks and impediments, and facilitate issue resolution to ensure continuous project progress.

Requirements

Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Software Engineering, or a related discipline.

Relevant experience in software development management, application management, project delivery, Agile delivery, or Scrum Master responsibilities.

Good understanding of Agile methodologies, Scrum framework, and software development lifecycle (SDLC).

Experience facilitating Scrum ceremonies, coordinating sprint activities, and tracking project deliverables.

Strong stakeholder management, communication, coordination, and problem-solving skills.

Ability to identify project risks, manage dependencies, and facilitate resolution of delivery impediments.

Preferred Skills

Certified ScrumMaster (CSM), Professional Scrum Master (PSM), or equivalent Agile certification.

Experience in application enhancement, software implementation, release coordination, and production support.

Knowledge of Agile project governance, risk management, and stakeholder reporting.