Technical Project Manager (Remote)

Overview

GovCIO is currently hiring a talented and experienced Technical Project Manager to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will possess a strong understanding of software integration methodologies, excellent problem-solving skills, and the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.

As a technical project manager, you will play a crucial role in coordinating and supporting our client’s software development team, portfolio, and dashboards. You will work directly with stakeholders, government leaders, and other engineers to create, maintain Kanban boards, resolve problems, manage timelines, and establish communication channels to ensure team produces high-quality work. This role demands a self-driven, customer-focused individual who is proficient in learning, adapting, and applying new tools and technologies swiftly to meet our client’s needs. This position will be fully remote located within the United States.

Responsibilities

Lead daily stand-ups, sprint planning, retrospectives, and other Scrum ceremonies to ensure that development teams stay focused, organized, and productive.

Collaborate with the Product Owner to manage the backlog, plan sprints, and refine user stories.

Act as a servant leader to the team, promoting self-organization and accountability.

Provide technical insights to help resolve challenges, remove impediments, and unblock team members.

Collaborate with development, QA, DevOps, and architecture teams to ensure that technical solutions align with product goals.

Help teams manage technical debt, optimize development workflows, and make data-driven decisions.

Identify and implement opportunities for continuous improvement in Agile practices and development processes.

Track and report on team metrics (velocity, cycle time, etc.) and use them to foster an environment of continuous improvement.

Facilitate communication and collaboration between the development team and external stakeholders, including product management, operations, and senior leadership.

Ensure transparency by providing clear and concise updates on project status, risks, and progress to stakeholders.

Work closely with the Product Owner to understand business priorities and adjust the team’s focus as needed.

Coach the team in Agile practices and principles to foster a culture of continuous learning.

Mentor team members on best practices for development processes, tools, and Agile frameworks.

Qualifications

Required Skills and Experience

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related technical field (or equivalent experience).

15 years of total experience including experience as a Scrum Master or Agile Coach, preferably with software development teams.

Proven experience in technical roles, such as Software Developer, QA Engineer, DevOps Engineer, or Architect, with a solid understanding of the software development lifecycle.

Hands-on experience with Agile tools like Jira, Azure DevOps, Trello, or similar platforms.

Management/ Leadership experience.

Technical Skills:

Strong Understanding of Software Development:

Solid technical background in software development, including familiarity with programming languages (e.g., Java, Python, JavaScript), web technologies, and cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure).

Understanding microservices architecture, API integrations, CI/CD pipelines, and DevOps practices.

Experience with Development Methodologies:

Proficiency in Agile frameworks (Scrum, Kanban, SAFe) and experience applying these methodologies in a technical environment.

Knowledge of software quality best practices, testing automation, and deployment strategies.

Tool Proficiency:

Experience with Agile project management tools (e.g., Jira, Confluence, Azure DevOps).

Familiarity with version control systems (e.g., Git, SVN) and automated build/deployment tools (e.g., Jenkins, Bamboo).

Preferred Skill and Experience:

Cloud experience a Plus.

Certifications:

Certified Scrum Master (CSM) or equivalent certification is preferred.

Additional Agile certifications (e.g., PMI-ACP, SAFe, PSM) are a plus.

Technical certifications in development, DevOps, or cloud technologies are beneficial.

Clearance Required: Ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust clearance

Company Overview

GovCIO is a team of transformers–people who are passionate about transforming government IT. Every day, we make a positive impact by delivering innovative IT services and solutions that improve how government agencies operate and serve our citizens.

But we cant do it alone. We need great people to help us do great things – for our customers, our culture, and our ability to attract other great people. We are changing the face of government IT and building a workforce that fuels this mission. Are you ready to be a transformer?

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. EOE, including disability/vets.

Posted Pay Range

The posted pay range, if referenced, reflects the range expected for this position at the commencement of employment, however, base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, education, experience, and internal equity. The total compensation package for this position may also include other compensation elements, to be discussed during the hiring process. If hired, employee will be in an “at-will position” and the GovCIO reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, GovCIO or individual department/team performance, and market factors.

Posted Salary Range

USD $110,000.00 – USD $130,000.00 /Yr.

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Location US-Remote

ID 2024-4928

Category Information Technology

Position Type Full-Time