Automation Delivery Lead

Summary

Join 66degrees as an Automation Delivery Lead for a 6-month contract-to-hire remote position! You will lead and mentor a development team, ensuring successful project delivery within budget and to high standards. Leverage your Scrum, project management, and development expertise to guide the team through the software development lifecycle. This role requires strong technical skills, including JavaScript and SQL, and experience in Agile methodologies. You will collaborate with stakeholders, develop project plans, track progress, and identify areas for improvement. The ideal candidate possesses extensive experience in automation delivery and a proven track record in Agile environments.

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience as a Delivery Manager in an agile software development environment; 2+ years of experience in a Delivery Leadership role
• Hands on approach is required; someone who is hungry to learn, who has the drive, passion and attitude to grow their career
• 7 + years of experience in automation delivery, project management or a similar role within digital transformation
• Proven experience as a Scrum Master or Project Manager, with a strong understanding of Agile principles and practices
• Understanding of basic development, database knowledge, writing basic Java Script and SQL
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced and dynamic environment
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related field

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a high-performing development team, fostering a collaborative and results-oriented environment
• Identify and resolve impediments or roadblocks that hinder the team's progress
• Motivate and inspire the team to achieve project goals and deliver exceptional results
• Collaborate with stakeholders to define project scope, objectives, and deliverables
• Develop detailed project plans, including timelines, resource allocation, and risk mitigation strategies
• Track project progress, identify potential risks, and implement corrective actions to ensure on-time and within-budget delivery
• Communicate project status and updates to stakeholders regularly
• Possess a solid understanding of software development methodologies, including Agile and Scrum
• Demonstrate proficiency in writing SQL queries and basic JavaScript code. Contribute to technical discussions and provide guidance on technical challenges
• Collaborate with the team to design efficient, scalable automation solutions that meet business needs, incorporating RPA and other relevant and various technologies, including database, web, and various SaaS
• Identify areas for process improvement and implement best practices to enhance team efficiency and productivity
• Promote a culture of continuous learning and development within the team

Preferred Qualifications

• Proficiency with tools such as UiPath, Blue Prism or similar is a plus
• Project Management certification is a plus