Project Manager

Job Title: Project Manager - Data & Analytics Location: Bangalore Role Overview: We are looking for an experienced Project Manager to drive Agile delivery for large-scale data and analytics programs. The role requires strong expertise in Scrum, SAFe (Scaled Agile), and end-to-end delivery management, with a focus on sprint excellence, PI execution, and delivering measurable business outcomes for global clients. Key Responsibilities: Agile & Scrum Delivery: • Act as Scrum Master for multiple cross-functional teams delivering data engineering, BI, and analytics solutions • Facilitate all Scrum ceremonies – Sprint Planning, Daily Stand-ups, Reviews, and Retrospectives • Partner with Product Owners to ensure backlog readiness, prioritization, and well-defined user stories • Track and improve Agile metrics (velocity, burndown, predictability) and ensure sprint discipline • Drive continuous improvement through retrospectives and feedback loops SAFe & Program Execution: • Lead and facilitate SAFe Agile Release Train (ART) ceremonies • Drive Program Increment (PI) Planning, including preparation, execution, and stakeholder alignment • Monitor and present PI progress, risks, and delivery metrics to leadership • Manage cross-team dependencies and ensure alignment across multiple squads Delivery & Project Management: • Own end-to-end delivery across all SDLC stages for complex data/analytics programs • Manage scope, schedule, budget, risks, and dependencies • Ensure delivery aligns with business goals and client expectations • Drive release planning, sequencing, and execution across multiple teams Stakeholder & Governance: • Collaborate with client stakeholders, leadership teams, and change control boards • Provide regular status updates, dashboards, and insights to senior management • Manage risks, issues, and escalations, ensuring timely mitigation • Ensure adherence to governance frameworks and delivery standards Tools & Execution: • Work extensively with Jira, Confluence, Azure DevOps, Microsoft Project, Kendis • Maintain transparency through dashboards, reports, and Agile tracking tools Leadership & Agile Transformation: • Provide day-to-day leadership and mentorship to delivery teams, Product Owners, and engineering managers • Coach teams on Agile principles, Scrum practices, and SAFe framework • Contribute to Agile Center of Excellence (CoE) initiatives and drive Agile adoption Required Skills & Experience: • 12 to 18 years of experience in Project Management / Scrum Master roles • Strong expertise in Scrum, Kanban, and SAFe (Scaled Agile Framework) • Proven experience managing multiple cross-functional Agile teams and large-scale programs • Experience in data engineering, analytics, or product development environments • Strong stakeholder management and communication skills Note: By submitting your application, you consent to being contacted by our Talent Acquisition team via phone call, email, SMS, WhatsApp, or other communication channels regarding your application and relevant career opportunities.