Programme Manager/Agile Coach (Video)

Title: Programme Manager/Agile Coach (Video)                    

Type: Contract

Region: Europe (CET work hours)

Location: Remote

About the Role:

The role of Programme Manager is an important one for Ovyo, and a strategically positioned opportunity to lay strong foundations within an exciting Cloud based video migration project. We require someone with a background in the video industry, that can join us initially as a short-term contractor (with the view of likely extension) and take an overarching leadership position. A strong background in an Agile environment is key to this role, with a qualification as an Agile Coach and Practitioner required. This is a fantastic opportunity to join Ovyo and take your career to the next level by overseeing one of the most exciting projects in the industry.

Kindly note that this is a contract position to start in November 2022

Responsibilities:

• Owning the delivery component of a large cloud migration project of a video processing platform (currently on-prem)
• Managing up to 12 scrum teams (management of the Scrum Masters for each)
• Oversee reporting, effective communication & escalation across the delivery organisation
• Define, document, establish & implement the adoption of the Agile framework across the teams
• Be responsible for consistent training and development of the Agile Framework across all teams where gaps in knowledge are identified

Requirements:

• At least 8-10 years’ experience as a product/programme manager within the software industry
• Degree (or similar) in Computer Science, Business Administration, or a related field
• Additional qualifications as an Agile Certified Practitioner and Agile Coach (PMI-ACP), PRINCE2 or Project Management Professional (PMP)
• A strong Agile Programme/Product Management background within the Video industry with an in-depth understanding of the architecture (backend/end-to-end)
• Proven experience having launched a cloud based multiteam video programme across dispersed geographical areas and teams
• Good experience having coached scrum teams/scrum masters as a certified Agile Coach
• Excellent communication skills with strong senior stakeholder management experience
• Available to work EU (CET) hours
• Must be willing to travel within Europe from time to time

About Ovyo
Ovyo works globally with companies in the TV, Media & Networks industries including household content brands and operators. Our people provide consulting services to build the platforms, test the apps, and drive the programmes that shape the way the world watches video and connects. Our management team is in the UK, and we have technical, and operations teams based in India, South Africa, Europe, and the Americas.