$80-$82 per hour Glendale, CA Contract

• Duration:

  12 months
• In-office role Mon.-Thurs., Fridays remote.

• Description:

• The role is a hybrid of a traditional PM and a product owner with agile and scrum experience, requirement writing and gathering.

Must be able to communicate well with stakeholders at multiple levels. Entertainment experience a plus as it is a plus to have some experience with marketing and marketing terms experience also a plus. As part of the Data Platform team, you'll join a passionate group of technologists addressing complex challenges in dynamic, production-centric, and data-driven environments. Whether supporting production technology, managing data systems that enable financial operations, or delivering consumer-facing applications, our teams propel Clients legacy forward.

• Looking for :
• We are seeking an Agile Project Manager to lead large-scale, cross-functional data platform initiatives and ensure operational excellence.

This role combines project management, agile methodology, and technical expertise to drive impactful solutions for production, data, and technology projects. + This role offers a unique opportunity to combine your project management expertise, technical knowledge, and passion for storytelling to shape the future of the iconic cinematic legacy. + Oversee the end-to-end lifecycle of high-visibility, complex projects spanning internal departments and external vendors. + Collaborate with internal product team and business stakeholders to define project scope, schedules, milestones, and resource allocation for technology initiatives. + Develop and maintain comprehensive project plans, tracking progress, risks, issues, and resource needs. + Manage day-to-day activities for project team members, ensuring blockers are removed and team throughput is maximized. + Lead sprint ceremonies, including planning, daily standups, reviews, retrospectives, and reporting. + Drive release planning, communication, and coordination to ensure smooth production rollouts. + Escalate project and team-related issues to management as needed. + Lead large-scale, complex projects that span internal teams, external stakeholders, and vendors. + Oversee quarterly portfolio planning, project road mapping, resource capacity planning, and defining objectives and key results (OKRs). + Maintain KPI dashboards to track program metrics using tools like MS Power BI. + Establish and track OKRs to align project outcomes with organizational goals. + Assess, acquire, and maintain project management tools to support team operations. + Manage Jira boards to ensure alignment of workflows with team processes. + Track and report on licensing costs for software. + Organize and maintain project documentation and artifacts in a clear and accessible manner. + Provide production support, resolving issues efficiently. + Serve as a point of contact for stakeholders, managing work intake, providing weekly status updates, and communicating risks, blockers, and priorities. + Facilitate collaboration between data product managers, data engineers, data scientists, partner teams, and vendors to meet operational goals. + Monitor resource time tracking and identify staffing needs to optimize project delivery. + Establish, track, and report on project progress (key tasks and milestones), risks, and issues, delivering actionable insights to stakeholders and program management. + Create workflow diagrams to identify opportunities for streamlining processes and improving efficiency. + Deliver clear, engaging presentations and business cases to drive decision-making.

• Basic Qualifications:

• + 5 years of experience in technical project management, utilizing both waterfall and agile methodologies.

+ Proven track record of delivering large-scale, complex projects, including data-focused and production-oriented initiatives. + Strong background in managing cross-functional technical teams, including software developers and IT operations. + Expertise in project management tools (e.g., Jira, Smartsheet) and process mapping tools (e.g., Lucidchart). + Exceptional communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills.

• Preferred Qualifications:

• + Experience working in media, entertainment, or production environments. + Consulting experience. + Certifications such as PMP or Scrum Master (CSM). + Bachelor's degree in Science, Engineering, or a related technical discipline.

• Project Tools:

• + Proficiency with Agile tools (Jira), Microsoft Office/Google/Atlassian Suites, process mapping/diagramming software, Monday.com, Smartsheets, and other project tools.

• About US Tech Solutions:

• US Tech Solutions is a global staff augmentation firm providing a wide range of talent on-demand and total workforce solutions. To know more about US Tech Solutions, please visit www.ustechsolutions.com .
• US Tech Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
• All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

• AI Statement:

• By applying, you acknowledge that AI-assisted tools may be used during hiring.
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