Remote Head of Delivery

Summary

Join a fast-growing home improvement platform where teamwork and trust are primary values, and work from anywhere with flexible hours.

Requirements

• Highly self-motivated and results-oriented team player
• At least 3 years of proven experience in a senior role in a delivery or program management role, ideally in a SAFe environment
• Good understanding of the SAFe framework, with hands-on experience leading Agile Release Trains
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to mentor and guide RTEs and other delivery team members
• Excellent problem-solving skills, with a focus on maintaining stability and performance in delivery
• Experience working with cross-functional teams and managing complex delivery processes
• Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to engage effectively with stakeholders at all levels
• Strong analytical skills, with experience in using metrics to drive performance improvements
• Advanced level of English. Russian is a plus

Responsibilities

• Lead the delivery teams, focusing on performance, stability, predictability and quality of delivery
• Act as a mentor and leader for the RTE, guiding them to manage and optimize Agile Release Trains
• Implement and champion SAFe practices across the company, ensuring alignment with company goals
• Ensure delivery performance meets business expectations through continuous monitoring and improvement
• Oversee the planning, execution, and delivery of all projects within the organization, ensuring they are on time, within scope, and on budget
• Collaborate with IT and Product heads to ensure seamless and effective delivery processes
• Drive continuous improvement in delivery processes, using data to identify and implement enhancements
• Lead and manage the RTE to ensure efficient operation of the Agile Release Trains
• Monitor and analyze delivery performance metrics, identifying areas for improvement and implementing corrective actions
• Foster a culture of accountability and continuous improvement within the delivery teams
• Coordinate with stakeholders to ensure alignment of delivery objectives with business priorities
• Facilitate program increment (PI) planning sessions, ensuring that the ARTs deliver value and meet commitments
• Guide teams in the effective use of SAFe principles, ensuring that all practices align with industry standards and business needs
• Manage risks, dependencies, and impediments across all delivery teams to maintain stable and predictable delivery cycles
• Provide regular updates and reports to the CTO on delivery performance, risks, and opportunities for improvement

Preferred Qualifications

• SAFe certification (e.g., SAFe Agilist, SAFe Program Consultant)
• Experience in leading large-scale transformations to Agile or SAFe frameworks
• Familiarity with DevOps processes and how they integrate with delivery management
• A background in software development or a related technical field is an advantage

Benefits

• Enjoy the freedom to work from anywhere without being tied to one place - while ensuring you are available to our team during the agreed working hours
• Achieve a harmonious work-life balance with a flexible schedule tailored to your local needs, along with paid vacation, sick leave, and local holidays
• Empower yourself with work equipment of your choice partially paid for by HomeBuddy and up-to-date apps and tools to maximize your productivity
• Feel valued and appreciated with an industry-leading compensation package
• Get recognized and rewarded for both outstanding individual efforts leading to extraordinary results and our team success
• Enhance your well-being with our allowance program covering fitness activities and mental health programs
• Learn and expand your knowledge by both working on complex tasks and using paid training opportunities, including courses, events, and conferences