Resource Manager

Summary

The job description is for a Resource Manager position at LINQ, a high-growth software company specializing in K12 education administration. The role involves managing the backlog of development tasks, optimizing resource allocation, and ensuring timely project delivery. The ideal candidate should have 3-5 years of experience in resource management or a similar role in an Agile environment.

Requirements

Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in resource management, project management, or a similar role in an Agile environment

Responsibilities

• Backlog Management: Collaborate with the Product and Engineering teams to estimate effort for backlog items. Prioritize the backlog of tasks, stories, and epics in collaboration with Executive leadership, Project Managers, and Engineering Managers
• Resource Allocation: Assess resource availability and assign tasks based on team capacity and skill sets. Monitor and adjust resource allocation to balance workload and optimize productivity to achieve team utilization targets
• Burn Down Management: Track and report on burn down metrics to monitor progress against project timelines. Identify and address impediments affecting the team’s ability to meet sprint goals
• Stakeholder Communication: Act as the primary point of contact for resource management, backlog prioritization, and burn down progress. Provide regular updates to executive stakeholders on resource allocation, backlog status, and project progress
• Continuous Improvement: Implement best practices for resource management and backlog prioritization. Conduct retrospectives to identify areas for improvement and implement actionable solutions. Stay updated with industry trends and methodologies to enhance the efficiency of project delivery

Benefits

• Remote working environment
• Ability to work in a physical office, if near one of our offices (Wilmington, Irvine, and Austin)
• One America 401k plan with 4% employer matching on total earnings, not just base (100% fully vested)
• Company Bonus Plan or Target Sales Commission Plan
• Flexible Open Paid Time Off Plan
• Paid Parental Leave Policy
• 10 paid holidays
• 16 hours of paid volunteer time
• Blue Cross Blue Shield benefit network (medical/dental/vision)
• Low-deductible PPO option or HDHP option with employer contributed HSA
• Dental with child orthodontia
• 100% Employer paid Short Term Disability/Long Term Disability/Basic Life/Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance
• Health and wellness benefits including gym and Headspace reimbursement
• Professional development opportunities