Agile Program Manager(remote)

At MultiPlan, we pride ourselves on being a dynamic team of innovative professionals. Our purpose is simple - we strive to bend the cost curve in healthcare for all. Our dedication to service excellence extends to all of our stakeholders - internal and external - driving us to consistently exceed expectations. We are intentionally bold, we foster innovation, we nurture accountability, we champion diversity, and empower each other to illuminate our collective potential.

Be part of our amazing transformational journey as we optimize the opportunity towards becoming a leading technology, data, and innovation voice in healthcare. Onward and upward!!!

JOB SUMMARY:

The Agile Program Manager acts as a servant leader and coach for an Agile Release Train (ART) and applies Lean-Agile thinking to optimizing the execution of an ART at the program level. Focuses on predictable, quality delivery and driving continuous improvement through facilitating ART events including program increment planning, system demo and inspect and adapt. Holds a key role in the successful delivery of end-to-end value through the ART by eliminating impediments, managing risks, implementing best practices and driving relentless improvement. Collaborates with key stakeholders and customers to assist in managing, informing and influencing outcomes, with the support of other RTEs, as needed.

JOB ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. Work with Product Owner and Domain Architects to create a prioritized Product/Program Backlog for all development work related to the Product.
2. Monitor the health/readiness of the Product/Program Backlog and ensure proper balance of demand/capacity, strategic investments, and other Program guardrails
3. Facilitate PI Planning, PI Execution and ensure ART delivers against PI objectives
4. Measure and report on ART delivery, maturity, and performance and review the metrics with the ART to identify improvement opportunities.
5. Assist with the implementation of IT best practices and process improvements
6. Lead and manage a group of Scrum Masters. You are dedicated to helping them grow and develop in their knowledge area and ensure alignment to standards and best practices.
7. Select, develop, and evaluate staff to ensure high performance, continuous improvement, professional development and succession planning.
8. Enable an agile organization by demonstrating an agile mindset and fostering an environment conducive to agile.
9. Participates in the Agile Program Community of Practice sharing ideas, observations and opportunities for improvement
10. Assist with release planning and deployment activities, as needed.

JOB REQUIREMENTS (Education, Experience, and Training):

* 2+ years as a Release Train Engineer OR 4+ years as a Scrum Master, Project/Program Manager. Release Train Engineer Certification is a plus!
* Experience working in transformational environment, leading & guiding teams through the process changes, and buy-in/adoption of agile best practices. Must have knowledge of Agile approaches, such as SAFe, Scrum, Kanban.

* Must have track record of utilizing Jira, Confluence, and BI tools to lead data-driven decisions.

* Experience with distributed (offshore and remote) teams.
* Strong communication (oral, written and listening), project management, presentation skills, and analytical skills.

* Demonstrate strong organizational, prioritization, collaboration, and technical skills.
* Ability to demonstrate commitment to excellent customer service and follow-through.
* Ability to manage multiple, simultaneous projects/teams including continuous evaluation and re-prioritizing to adapt in fast paced environment.
* Ability to be flexible and creative in problem solving and identifying process improvements.
* Ability to anticipate business needs and think with a business owner mind-set.
* Ability to adhere to corporate work ethic standards.

* Minimum Bachelor's Degree or relevant experience.

The salary range for this position is $130K to $140K. Specific offers take into account a candidate's education, experience and skills, as well as the candidate's work location and internal equity. This position is also eligible for health insurance, 401k and bonus opportunity.

BENEFITS

We realize that our employees are instrumental to our success, and we reward them accordingly with very competitive compensation and benefits packages, an incentive bonus program, as well as recognition and awards programs. Our work environment is friendly and supportive, and we offer flexible schedules whenever possible, as well as a wide range of live and web-based professional development and educational programs to prepare you for advancement opportunities.

Your benefits will include:

• Medical, dental and vision coverage with low deductible & copay
• Life insurance
• Short and long-term disability
• 401(k) + match
• Generous Paid Time Off
• Paid company holidays
• Paid Parental Leave
• Tuition reimbursement
• Flexible Spending Account
• Employee Assistance Program
• Summer Hours

EEO STATEMENT

MultiPlan is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable laws and regulations. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. If you would like more information on your EEO rights under the law, please [Link available when viewing the job].