Junior Agile Program Manager

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Mexico.

📋 Description

• Lead the management and execution of projects and programs, defining scope, schedule, budget, and cost control alongside the Product Manager.

• Ensure deliverables meet quality standards.

• Act as an agile coach and, when applicable, serve as Scrum Master for multiple teams.

• Facilitate ceremonies, remove impediments, and assist in creating high-value increments according to the Definition of Done (DoD).

• Identify, mitigate, and manage program risks.

• Oversee the allocation and efficient use of resources.

• Implement measurement systems, dashboards, and executive reports to provide visibility into progress and support data-driven decisions.

• Manage communication and expectations of stakeholders, aligning business and technology.

• Collaborate in defining contracts with suppliers and ensure their proper execution.

• Optimize digital workflows and standardize PMO processes.

• Lead agile transformation initiatives and organizational maturity efforts.

• Mentor the growth of the technical team.

⛳️ Requirements

• Less than 3 years of experience in agile program management within technology or software development companies, with a proven track record of successful implementations and organizational maturity growth.

• Experience coordinating multiple teams (5+) and simultaneous projects (10+) in software companies with specialized engineering teams.

• Proven experience in Scrum, Kanban, and scaled agile frameworks (SAFe, LeSS, Nexus), as well as hybrid methodologies (Agile–Waterfall).

• Comprehensive management of risks, costs, schedules, scope, quality, and resources across multiple simultaneous projects.

• Experience in managing technology project portfolios and implementing and optimizing agile frameworks at the organizational level.

• Coaching and mentoring skills; ability to facilitate agile ceremonies and promote continuous improvement.

• Advanced proficiency in JIRA, Confluence, LinearB, and Azure DevOps.

• Deep understanding of DORA Metrics, Velocity, Lead Time, and Cycle Time, with a focus on data-driven decision-making.

• Excellent communication skills with both technical and non-technical audiences.

• Negotiation and conflict resolution skills in complex matrix environments.

• Effective leadership of agile and cross-functional teams.

• Results-oriented mindset with problem-solving abilities, strategic thinking, and long-term vision.

• Ownership mentality and adaptability in fast-growing and changing organizations.

• Desirable agile certifications such as CSM, CSPO, ICAgile, or PMI-ACP.

• Desirable PMP or Lean (LMPC) certifications.

• Desirable knowledge in DevOps and software engineering practices.

🏝️ Benefits

• 100% remote work with hours aligned to CST.

• Unlimited PTO.

• Annual budget for development: courses, certifications, and conferences.

• Budget for remote workspace equipment.

• Private medical coverage or subsidies for health insurance.

• Career plan and mentorship with experts in AI and technology.

• Dynamic and flexible startup environment, with autonomy and a results-oriented focus.

• Flexibility and wellness initiatives to promote work-life balance.