34,198 Agile Project Manager jobs in the United States

• Lead and manage multiple software development projects using Agile methodologies (Scrum, Kanban).
• Facilitate all Scrum events, including sprint planning, daily stand-ups, sprint reviews, and retrospectives.
• Work closely with product owners to ensure clear and concise user stories and backlog prioritization.
• Identify and remove impediments that hinder team progress, escalating when necessary.
• Foster a collaborative, self-organizing, and high-performing development team environment.
• Track project progress, manage timelines, and ensure timely delivery of project milestones.
• Communicate project status, risks, and issues to stakeholders effectively.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of Agile practices within the organization.
• Manage project scope, ensuring changes are properly evaluated and documented.
• Mentor team members on Agile principles and best practices.

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in project management, with at least 3 years focused on Agile software development.
• Proven experience as a Scrum Master or Agile Project Manager.
• Strong understanding of Agile principles, values, and frameworks.
• Excellent facilitation, communication, and leadership skills.
• Experience with project management tools such as Jira, Confluence, or similar.
• Ability to effectively manage stakeholder expectations and build consensus.
• Problem-solving skills with a proactive approach to identifying and addressing risks.
• Certified ScrumMaster (CSM) or similar Agile certification is highly desirable.

Job Description

We are seeking an Agile Project Manager to support a client's corporate office. As an Agile Project Manager, you will play a pivotal role in driving the successful delivery of software projects by applying agile principles and methodologies. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to ensure projects are completed on time, within scope, and to the highest quality standards. This position requires a strong background in Java development, DevOps practices, cloud technologies, and expertise as a Scrum Master.

Responsibilities

• Lead the planning, execution, and delivery of software projects using agile methodologies such as Scrum and Kanban.
• Facilitate daily stand-up meetings, sprint planning, sprint reviews, and retrospectives to ensure effective communication and collaboration within the team.
• Work closely with product owners, stakeholders, and development teams to define project scope, requirements, and timelines.
• Manage project priorities, dependencies, and risks to ensure timely delivery of high-quality software solutions.
• Act as a Scrum Master, coaching and mentoring team members on agile best practices and fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
• Utilize Java development skills to provide technical guidance and support to development teams as needed.
• Implement DevOps practices to streamline the software development lifecycle, including continuous integration, deployment, and monitoring.
• Leverage cloud technologies to optimize scalability, performance, and reliability of software applications.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, Engineering, or related field.
• A minimum of 8 years of relevant work experience.
• Required Project Management Professional (PMP) certification.

Required Skills

• Proven experience as an Agile Project Manager, Scrum Master, or similar role in software development.
• Strong proficiency in Java development and understanding of object-oriented programming principles.
• Extensive knowledge of DevOps practices, including CI/CD pipelines, infrastructure automation, and configuration management.
• Hands-on experience with cloud technologies such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud Platform.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and interpersonal skills.

Desired Skills

• Certified Scrum Master (CSM) or equivalent agile certification.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and adapt to changing priorities.
• Experience with containerization technologies such as Docker and Kubernetes.
• Familiarity with agile project management tools such as Jira, Trello, or Asana.

Security Clearance

• Eligible to obtain a security clearance.

Overview

Bowhead seeks an Agile Project Manager to join our team supporting our MITSM customer in Stafford, VA. This position is 100% onsite at our Bowhead Stafford office and is expected to begin on December 1, 2025 and will last 120 days. The preferred candidate will possess a current USMC CAC.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate Agile ceremonies including daily scrums, sprint planning, sprint reviews/demos, and retrospectives, ensuring proper application of Scrum processes while leveraging other Agile frameworks (Kanban, Scrumban).

• Coach teams and individuals in Agile practices by clarifying goals, defining actions, and promoting adherence to Agile principles across programs.

• Monitor and communicate Agile metrics such as WIP limits and throughput to support transparency, alignment, and continuous improvement.

• Support acquisition teams by preparing, reviewing, updating, and maintaining program documentation, including market research reports and vendor analyses.

• Document and analyze business and functional requirements, translating them into process maps, technical system requirements, and acquisition artifacts.

• Create and maintain high-quality documentation (manuals, specifications, process documents, reports, meeting minutes) that ensures accuracy, clarity, and alignment with project needs.

• Leverage Microsoft and Atlassian tools (Teams, SharePoint, Jira, Confluence) to manage workflows, support collaboration, and implement process improvements.

• Build and sustain strong stakeholder relationships by providing excellent customer service, effective communication, collaboration, and conflict resolution across cross-functional teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.

• 5+ years of relevant experience in Agile coaching, project management, or business analysis.

• Strong knowledge of Agile frameworks (Scrum, Kanban, Scrumban) and iterative development.

• Experience with backlog tracking, sprint planning, burndown metrics, and Jira.

• Excellent documentation, analytical, and conceptual thinking skills.

• Exceptional attention to detail, interpersonal, and communication skills (written, verbal, and training).

• Ability to work both collaboratively and independently.

• Familiarity with software development processes and service-oriented environments.

• PMP, CSM or equivalent certification highly desired.

SECURITY CLEARANCE REQUIRED: Successfully pass a T1 investigation. Candidates with a security clearance are highly encouraged to apply. US Citizenship is required.

Physical Demands:

• Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds

• Must be able to stand and walk for prolonged amounts of time

• Must be able to twist, bend and squat periodically

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Applicants may be subject to a pre-employment drug & alcohol screening and/or random drug screen, and must follow UIC’s Non-DOT Drug & Alcohol Testing Program requirements. If the position requires, an applicant must pass a pre-employment criminal background history check. All post-secondary education listed on the applicant’s resume/application may be subject to verification.

Where driving may be required or where a rental car must be obtained for business travel purposes, applicants must have a valid driver license for this position and will be subject to verification. In addition, the applicant must pass an in-house, online, driving course to be authorized to drive for company purposes.

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UIC Government Services (UICGS / Bowhead) provides innovative business solutions to federal and commercial customers in the areas of engineering, maintenance services, information technology, program support, logistics/base support, and procurement. Collectively, the fast-growing Bowhead Family of Companies offers a breadth of services which are performed with a focus on quality results. Headquartered in Springfield, VA, we are a fast-growing, multi-million-dollar company recognized as a top Alaska Native Corporation providing services across the Department of Defense and many federal agencies. Bowhead offers competitive benefits including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment, short/long-term disability, and 401(k) retirement plans as well as a paid time off programs for eligible full-time employees. Eligible part-time employees are able to participate in the 401(k) retirement plans and state or contract required paid time off programs.

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Category Program/Project Management

Location : Location US-VA-Stafford

Minimum Clearance Required Background Investigation

Travel Requirement Less than 10%

We are seeking an Agile Project Manager to lead the planning, execution, and delivery of technology-focused projects while driving agility and transparency across the portfolio. This hybrid role combines strong project management expertise with agile facilitation and intake coordination. The Agile Project Manager will partner with engineering, product, QA, and business stakeholders to translate requirements into actionable plans, streamline intake processes, coach teams on agile principles, and ensure high-quality delivery of solutions that align with organizational priorities.

Essential Functions: (The reason this job exists is to perform these functions. These functions are performed regularly, seriously impacts other jobs, and there are a limited number of employees whom performance of the function can be distributed.)

Project Planning & Execution:

• Lead end-to-end management of technology initiatives, including software development, infrastructure upgrades, and system integrations, and cloud migrations.
• Define scope, objectives, timelines, and deliverables in collaboration with business and technical stakeholders.
• Develop and maintain detailed project plans, schedules, and resource allocations.
• Monitor progress, track milestones, manage risks, and ensure timely delivery.
• Bridge communication between technical teams and stakeholders, ensuring clear understanding of requirements, risks, and trade-offs.
• Track and manage project budgets, forecasts, and resource capacity.

• Facilitate Agile ceremonies including sprint planning, daily stand-ups, reviews, and retrospectives.
• Support Product Owners with backlog prioritization, refinement, and readiness.
• Remove impediments to team progress and protect teams from external disruptions.
• Promote a culture of self-organization, continuous improvement, and accountability.
• Track and report on delivery metrics (velocity, burndown, throughput) to identify improvement opportunities.

• Serve as the central point of entry for new software support tickets & project requests, ensuring completeness and alignment with business goals.
• Partner with requestors to validate objectives, success criteria, and supporting documentation.
• Coordinate governance approvals, prioritization sessions, and pipeline visibility.
• Maintain dashboards and reporting on intake volume, approval rates, and project pipeline status.
• Provide clear, timely communication with stakeholders on intake status and updates.
• All other duties as assigned by management

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Systems, or related field.

• 5+ years of experience managing technology-focused projects.
• Strong understanding of software development lifecycles (SDLC), system architecture, and IT infrastructure.
• Demonstrated success leading cross-functional technical teams.
• Proficiency with project management tools (e.g., MS Project, Smartsheet, Jira, Confluence).
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills, with the ability to translate between technical and business audiences.

• PMP, PRINCE2, or CAPM certification.
• Agile certifications (CSM, PMI-ACP, SAFe, or equivalent).
• Experience with cloud technologies (AWS, Azure, GCP).
• Background in DevOps practices, CI/CD pipelines, or cybersecurity.
• Experience working with distributed/global teams.

• Leadership & Collaboration – Skilled at leading cross-functional teams and fostering stakeholder alignment.
• Agility & Adaptability – Ability to balance structured project management with agile practices.
• Process Orientation – Ensures consistent intake, governance, and reporting processes.
• Communication – Provides clarity and transparency across technical and business audiences.
• Continuous Improvement – Drives efficiency and quality in both team delivery and intake processes.

We are seeking an Agile Project Manager to lead the planning, execution, and delivery of technology-focused projects while driving agility and transparency across the portfolio. This hybrid role combines strong project management expertise with agile facilitation and intake coordination. The Agile Project Manager will partner with engineering, product, QA, and business stakeholders to translate requirements into actionable plans, streamline intake processes, coach teams on agile principles, and ensure high-quality delivery of solutions that align with organizational priorities.

Essential Functions: (The reason this job exists is to perform these functions. These functions are performed regularly, seriously impacts other jobs, and there are a limited number of employees whom performance of the function can be distributed.)

Project Planning & Execution:

• Lead end-to-end management of technology initiatives, including software development, infrastructure upgrades, and system integrations, and cloud migrations.
• Define scope, objectives, timelines, and deliverables in collaboration with business and technical stakeholders.
• Develop and maintain detailed project plans, schedules, and resource allocations.
• Monitor progress, track milestones, manage risks, and ensure timely delivery.
• Bridge communication between technical teams and stakeholders, ensuring clear understanding of requirements, risks, and trade-offs.
• Track and manage project budgets, forecasts, and resource capacity.

• Facilitate Agile ceremonies including sprint planning, daily stand-ups, reviews, and retrospectives.
• Support Product Owners with backlog prioritization, refinement, and readiness.
• Remove impediments to team progress and protect teams from external disruptions.
• Promote a culture of self-organization, continuous improvement, and accountability.
• Track and report on delivery metrics (velocity, burndown, throughput) to identify improvement opportunities.

• Serve as the central point of entry for new software support tickets & project requests, ensuring completeness and alignment with business goals.
• Partner with requestors to validate objectives, success criteria, and supporting documentation.
• Coordinate governance approvals, prioritization sessions, and pipeline visibility.
• Maintain dashboards and reporting on intake volume, approval rates, and project pipeline status.
• Provide clear, timely communication with stakeholders on intake status and updates.
• All other duties as assigned by management

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Systems, or related field.

• 5+ years of experience managing technology-focused projects.
• Strong understanding of software development lifecycles (SDLC), system architecture, and IT infrastructure.
• Demonstrated success leading cross-functional technical teams.
• Proficiency with project management tools (e.g., MS Project, Smartsheet, Jira, Confluence).
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills, with the ability to translate between technical and business audiences.

• PMP, PRINCE2, or CAPM certification.
• Agile certifications (CSM, PMI-ACP, SAFe, or equivalent).
• Experience with cloud technologies (AWS, Azure, GCP).
• Background in DevOps practices, CI/CD pipelines, or cybersecurity.
• Experience working with distributed/global teams.

• Leadership & Collaboration – Skilled at leading cross-functional teams and fostering stakeholder alignment.
• Agility & Adaptability – Ability to balance structured project management with agile practices.
• Process Orientation – Ensures consistent intake, governance, and reporting processes.
• Communication – Provides clarity and transparency across technical and business audiences.
• Continuous Improvement – Drives efficiency and quality in both team delivery and intake processes.