Blockit, Inc.
Blockit, Inc. is hiring a Remote Technical Program Manager / Scrum Master
Job Description
As a Technical Program Manager / Scrum Master at Blockit, you will lead the development of software that meets the complex needs of healthcare organizations and patients. This role combines technical program management with Agile leadership, focusing on delivering secure, compliant, and user-centric solutions. Reporting to the VP of Engineering, you will ensure project milestones are met, adapt Agile methodologies to our environment, and drive continuous improvement within the team.
We are seeking individuals who are interested in joining our team in transforming healthcare technology and make a significant impact on the industry. Be a key player in our journey to deliver innovative solutions that enhance the blockit platform and improve the healthcare experience for all.
If you are passionate about Agile practices and thrive in a remote, collaborative environment, we would love to hear from you. Join us in our journey to deliver outstanding value through innovation and teamwork.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead program development from start to finish, defining scope, goals, and deliverables in collaboration with senior management and stakeholders.
- Provide technical leadership across multiple projects, ensuring alignment with program objectives.
- Facilitate Agile ceremonies, including sprint planning, retrospectives, and reviews, ensuring productivity and alignment with goals.
- Collaborate closely with Product Owners and engineering teams to ensure a clear understanding of the backlog and priorities.
- Foster collaboration and transparency using tools like Jira and Confluence.
- Coach teams in self-organization and cross-functionality, empowering them to deliver high-quality results.
- Identify and remove impediments to progress, resolving conflicts and challenges.
- Promote continuous improvement, encouraging the team to reflect and adapt Agile practices.
- Ensure clear communication among remote team members, leveraging asynchronous updates to maintain momentum.
- Coordinate cross-functional efforts, ensuring collaboration between engineering, product management, design, and other stakeholders.
- Monitor project progress, track key metrics, and report program status to senior management.
Qualifications
Skills and Abilities:
- Strong problem-solving skills to address challenges and obstacles that arise in a remote, distributed team environment, finding creative solutions and fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
- Deep understanding of Agile methodologies and principles, with a focus on Scrum practices and adaptability to team needs.
- Strong technical background, capable of understanding complex issues and driving Strong facilitation, coaching, and conflict resolution skills evident through the ability to guide discussions, support team members, and resolve conflicts with proficiency, ensuring collaborative work environment.
- Highly skilled in utilizing Agile tools, including Jira and Confluence, to streamline project management processes, enhance collaboration, and drive efficiency in Agile workflows.
- Exceptional leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills, strong ability to motivate a team and work cross functionally with internal team members and stakeholders.
- Strong analytical, planning, and organizational skills, with the ability to manage competing demands.
Education and Experience:
- 5+ years experience in a technical program manager or scrum master position
- Scrum Master or Agile methodology certification is a plus.
- Proficient in using Agile tools such as Jira and Confluence.
- Experience working in a SaaS, healthcare technology/IT, or healthcare B2B environment highly preferred
- Experience working in a startup environment is desirable
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