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MathWorks is looking for a Senior IT Agile Project Manager to oversee cross-functional projects using a blend of traditional and agile methodologies, enhancing team performance and ensuring successful project delivery.

Responsibilities: Lead and manage IT projects, facilitate planning sessions, drive project delivery, and mentor team members in agile practices while collaborating with cross-functional teams.

Skills: Strong understanding of agile methodologies (Scrum, Kanban), exceptional leadership and communication skills, problem-solving abilities, and experience with Jira and Confluence.

Qualifications: A bachelor's degree with 6+ years of experience managing IT projects; certifications such as PMP, CSM, or PMI-ACP are a plus.

Location: Natick, US, with a hybrid work model allowing a combination of office and remote work.

Compensation: Not provided by employer. Typical compensation ranges for this position are between $115,000 - $145,000.

Job Summary

<p>MathWorks has a hybrid work model that enables staff members to split their time between office and home. The hybrid model provides the advantage of having both in-person time with colleagues and flexible at-home life optimizations. Learn More: https://www.mathworks.com/company/jobs/resources/applying-and-interviewing.html#onboarding.</p>

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Senior IT Agile Project Manager to join our IT Project Management team. The ideal candidate will blend traditional project management with agile methodologies to drive successful project outcomes. This role requires exceptional communication skills, strong leadership, a deep understanding of agile principles, and the ability to foster collaboration across cross-functional teams. You will facilitate planning and execution of both operational and project work while influencing stakeholders to achieve project goals. 

MathWorks nurtures growth, appreciates diversity, encourages initiative, values teamwork, shares success, and rewards excellence.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage cross-functional IT projects using a combination of traditional and agile methodologies. 
• Assist teams in planning their work, encompassing both operational and project-related tasks. 
• Proactively identify areas of opportunities within agile teams and implement practices to improve overall team performance and delivery. 
• Drive project delivery, ensuring adherence to agile principles across all team members. 
• Facilitate project planning sessions, daily stand-ups, reviews, and retrospectives tailored to team needs. 
• Conduct problem-solving and root cause analysis to overcome delivery challenges. 
• Present project updates, risks, and solutions in a clear, concise, and structured manner to a variety of audiences. 
• Foster a collaborative team environment by understanding and managing group dynamics. 
• Monitor, analyze, and report on project progress, including risk mitigation strategies. 
• Collaborate with Product Owners and cross-functional teams for seamless project execution. 
• Mentor and guide team members on agile practices and principles. 
• Model strong time management skills; keeping meetings focused and efficient. 

Qualifications

• A bachelor's degree and 6 years of professional work experience (or a master's degree and 3 years of professional work experience, or equivalent experience) is required.
• Visa sponsorship will not be provided for this position.
• Candidates for this position must be authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis for any employer without restriction.

Additional Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience managing IT projects using both traditional and agile methodologies. 
• Strong understanding of agile principles, including Scrum and Kanban. 
• Experience presenting project status, outcomes, risks, and solutions to both technical and non-technical audiences 
• Exceptional leadership and team management skills. 
• Excellent facilitation, problem-solving, and root cause analysis abilities. 
• Ability to adapt and blend project management techniques to suit project needs. 
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills. 
• Experience with Jira and Confluence. 
• Relevant certifications such as PMP, CSM, SAFe, or PMI-ACP are a plus.