Manager--Agile Program Management Horizontal Talent - 3.5 Los Angeles, CA Job Details 1 day ago Qualifications Stakeholder relationship building Stakeholder management Full Job Description Join a dynamic team driving enterprise Agile transformation and improving how digital products are delivered across the organization. This hybrid opportunity in the Los Angeles/Irvine area is ideal for an experienced Agile program leader who enjoys partnering with stakeholders, product teams, and engineering to create better outcomes through collaboration, structure, and continuous improvement. Responsibilities Lead Agile program efforts that support business objectives and product strategy Facilitate key Agile ceremonies, including sprint planning, daily stand-ups, and retrospectives Partner with product owners and engineering teams to manage and prioritize backlogs Identify risks, dependencies, and blockers, and help drive solutions to keep work moving forward Support the adoption of Agile practices and frameworks such as Scrum, Kanban, and SAFe Monitor and share Agile delivery metrics, including velocity and cycle time, to support continuous improvement Work with leadership to advance Agile maturity across teams and programs Coach and support teams in strengthening their Agile practices and delivery effectiveness Promote strong cross-functional alignment to help teams deliver high-quality digital products Skills 7+ years of experience in Agile program management, product management, or a related field Strong knowledge of Agile methodologies, including Scrum, Kanban, and SAFe Experience leading Agile teams and supporting transformation efforts in large organizations Hands-on experience with tools such as Jira, Confluence, Rally, or Azure DevOps Strong communication and stakeholder management skills, including the ability to influence leadership Experience managing roadmaps, backlogs, and feature prioritization Ability to use data and metrics to improve delivery processes Strong problem-solving and conflict-resolution skills Preferred Skills Agile certifications such as CSM, SA, or PMI-ACP Experience in digital product management within a consulting environment Understanding of customer experience, design thinking, and Lean product development Experience supporting Agile teams in a fast-paced environment Ability to help drive business value through innovation and continuous improvement Horizontal Talent is committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone feels respected, supported, and empowered to contribute. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and perspectives, and we value diversity, equity, and inclusion as essential to our success. By applying for this position, you acknowledge and agree that Horizontal Talent may contact you regarding your application using automated technology, including phone calls, SMS/text messages, or email, which may be delivered by our virtual AI recruiter, Alex.